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FANUCCRX series
CRX-3iA
The lightest model in the series, with the shortest reach; light part handling in tight spaces.
Model detailsCobot automation that works alongside people
With FANUC CRX and ABB GoFa and PoWa collaborative robots, we build automation that fits into small spaces, installs quickly and is easy to program.
Definition
What is a cobot (collaborative robot)?
A cobot is an industrial robot designed to work safely in the same workspace as people. Thanks to contact-sensing sensors and limited speed and force settings, most applications with a proper risk assessment do not need large safety fencing, and the robot is easily programmed by hand-guiding it or from a tablet.
Cobots are a good fit for repetitive tasks such as machine tending, small-scale palletizing, screwdriving, pick and place, quality inspection and welding, especially for manufacturers who want to automate without major changes to their existing layout.
An important note: it is not the cobot itself that is safe, but the application as a whole. A sharp gripper or a heavy part changes the risk. That is why we carry out a risk assessment to ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066 on every project and set speed and force limits accordingly.
Models
The cobot models we work with
We select the right model for your application from the FANUC CRX, ABB GoFa and ABB PoWa series. The figures are catalogue data published by the manufacturers; the choice depends on your part, your gripper and your cycle time target.
FANUCCRX series
CRX-5iA
Compact model for assembly, testing and machine tending with small parts.
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FANUCCRX series
CRX-10iA
General-purpose model for machine tending, packaging and welding.
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FANUCCRX series
CRX-10iA/L
Long-reach model; its underflip motion lets it work in tight spaces.
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FANUCCRX series
CRX-30iA
The highest-payload model in the series; handling heavy parts and boxes.
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ABBGoFa series
GoFa 5
Compact GoFa for precision assembly, dispensing and laboratory applications.
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ABBPoWa series
PoWa 16
The longest-reach model in the family; a large working area and arc welding.
Model detailsABBPoWa series
PoWa 30
The highest-payload model in the family; palletizing and heavy parts.
Model detailsPayload and reach figures are catalogue data from the FANUC (fanuc.eu) and ABB (abb.com) product pages. The payload given for GoFa 10 and 12 applies to wrist-down mounting. The right model and gripper for your application are chosen together after a site survey.
Cobot series
The collaborative robots we work with
We select the right model with you based on payload, reach and your application.
FANUC CRX series
Collaborative robots with payloads from 5 to 30 kg. Drag-and-drop tablet programming, hand-guiding and the FANUC controller platform make them easy to integrate into existing FANUC lines.
ABB GoFa series
ABB collaborative robots for light and medium payloads. Hand-guiding, easy programming and precise motion make them well suited to assembly, machine tending and inspection tasks.
ABB PoWa series
ABB's new collaborative robot series developed for heavier payloads and higher speeds. It brings cobot simplicity to palletizing and heavy part handling.
Risk assessment
Defining speed, force and workspace limits based on the application as a whole.
Grippers and tooling
Application-specific equipment such as vacuum or mechanical grippers, screwdriving units or welding torches.
Operator training
Hands-on training so your team can program the cobot for new jobs on its own.
Benefits
Why choose a cobot?
When there is not enough space, time or budget for a conventional robot cell, a cobot offers a fast start.
- Small footprintWith a proper risk assessment, large safety fencing may not be needed, so it fits right next to an existing machine.
- Fast commissioningInstallation and initial programming are completed in a short time.
- Easy programmingHand-guiding and a tablet interface let you teach new jobs without writing code.
- Flexible useThe cobot can be moved from one station to another and used for different tasks.
- Working with the operatorThe cobot handles the repetitive, tiring part while the operator focuses on control and quality.
Areas of use
What tasks are cobots used for?
They work efficiently alongside operators on repetitive tasks with light and medium loads.
CNC machine tending
Loading and unloading parts at the machine, with uninterrupted production on the night shift.
End-of-line palletizing
Stacking cartons and crates onto pallets.
Cobot welding
Fast, hand-taught programs for small-batch welding jobs.
Screwdriving and assembly
Torque-controlled screwdriving and part joining.
Quality inspection
Camera-based measurement, code reading and visual inspection.
Packaging and pick and place
Picking products from conveyors, boxing and sorting.
What is the difference between a cobot and an industrial robot?
Industrial robots are designed for high speed and payload and usually work inside a fenced cell. Cobots, with contact sensing and limited speed and force settings, can work in the same space as people and are easier to program. A conventional robot is the better choice for very high speeds or heavy loads, while a cobot suits jobs that need flexibility and a small footprint.
Do I need safety fencing when using a cobot?
Not always. Safety depends on the risk assessment of the application: the gripper, the part being handled, the speed and how close people come to the robot are all evaluated together. Depending on the result, the cobot can work without fencing, slow down via an area scanner or use partial guarding.
Should I choose FANUC CRX or ABB GoFa?
The choice depends on the payload, reach, the robot brand already in your plant and the application. If your line runs FANUC robots, CRX makes maintenance and programming easier; if it runs ABB robots, GoFa, or PoWa for heavier payloads, does the same. We compare both brands during the needs analysis and give you a recommendation.
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