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(2002), "Flat panel display robots benefit from distributed controls by Agile Systems", Industrial Robot, Vol. 29 No. 4. https://doi.org/10.1108/ir.2002.04929dab.007
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2002, MCB UP Limited
Flat panel display robots benefit from distributed controls by Agile Systems
Flat panel display robots benefit from distributed controls by Agile Systems
Keywords: LCD, Semiconductor
Agile Systems Inc. has announced that it has partnered with MEKAnize Robots Inc., to supply them with DigitalPower for use in a flat panel display manufacturing application.
This demanding robotics application requires a MEKAnize SR-Series robot to transfer glass panels from a vertical orientation on a shuttle to a horizontal orientation for processing. Moving back and forth on a direct-drive linear servo, the robot is equipped with a custom vacuum end-effector to ensure clean and safe transfer of the glass panels.
"MEKAnize's flexible design approach towards robots allows extensive modifications to be incorporated quickly and inexpensively to meet the exact needs of the customer, without compromise. Agile's distributed motion control technology is designed with the same custom-enabling philosophy which makes them a good strategic partner in helping us meet our customers needs", stated Steve Cowles, CEO of MEKAnize.
The MAX family of distributed motion controls, featuring a core technology known as DigitalPower, integrates the motor amplifier with position controller and network interface into the smallest form factor yet demonstrated. Agile Systems has six patents in place and several more pending for this world-leading technology.
"For the robotics OEM, such as MEKAnize, we can now realize the integration of the motor controls and drives into spaces where it was never possible", states Kevin Steele, General Manager of Agile's Robotics and Automation Division. "MEKAnize is integrating the MAX directly inside the robot. This approach saves money, reduces wiring harness and increases performance."
For more information visit Agile at www.agile-systems.com/mation.htm Founded in 1994, Agile Systems Inc. is based in Waterloo, Ontario with US Headquarters in Santa Barbara, California.