Kuka Robotics small high speed robot series operates in tight spaces

The KR Agilus robot series is designed to deliver short cycle times and high levels of accuracy for a wide variety of applications, especially handling and pick and place tasks in the packaging industry. The basic KR 6 R900 sixx model, which can carry a payload of up to 6 kg, is able to reach points not only near the robot base but also overhead up to a maximum of 901 mm. The compact design robot, which features an integrated energy supply system, can be used in a variety of positions – floor, ceiling or wall. It is operated via a smaller version of Kuka's renowned KR C4 controller, which can manage Kuka robots as well as external axes thanks to its open architecture. The KR Agilus small robot series also has Kuka's SafeOperation system. This checks the speed and workspaces of both robot and external axes. According to Kuka, this function eliminates the need for mechanical axis range monitoring equipment and opens up cost-effective options for cell configuration and human-robot interaction. The range consists of four other models – standard, food, cleanroom and waterproof – with more payload options set to be unveiled shortly.