JTM use Motoman to stack pails of lubricants
Abstract
Purpose
To report on the design and development of a robotic palletizing system that handles both pails of lubricant as well as cardboard cartons or cases.
Design/methodology/approach
The customer selected a material‐handling expert to design and install the system after reviewing the offerings from a number of suppliers.
Findings
Careful planning, detailed simulation and attention to details helped ensure that the working production system was in service to meet a tight deadline.
Practical implications
Robotic solutions can be designed to handle a multitude of product configurations. Hiring an expert in the particular application type with specific prior experience addressing the project requirements can prove very beneficial. Improving throughput is just one of many benefits that such a project can provide. Other benefits may include, improving workplace safety, reducing floor space needs and adapting to small order sizes.
Originality/value
Knowing what others have accomplished can provide not only a project plan but can also bring fresh ideas to other projects. Helps designers think outside the box.
Keywords
Citation
Bloss, R. (2006), "JTM use Motoman to stack pails of lubricants", Industrial Robot, Vol. 33 No. 1, pp. 24-26. https://doi.org/10.1108/01439910610638207
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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