Graph with X-axis: High User Interaction to High Throughput, Y-axis: Simple Applications to Complex Applications. 3 robots depicted from lower left to upper right on the graph.
Epson AX-Series Collaborative Robot

Epson AX-Series collaborative robots use power & force limiting to enable applications that need high user interaction while maintaining safety standards.

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Collaborative robots limit the power and force a robot exerts. By limiting these outputs, the potential impact of the robot on people or equipment is also limited.

Industrial Robots with Optional SafeSense SLS/SLP License

Robots equipped with the optional SLS/SLP license provides safety-rated speed and position monitoring that, with proper risk assessment, can allow humans and robots to interact without a safety fence.

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Industrial Collaborative robot systems use a combination of software and hardware to detect when users are present. This allows for high performance when no users are present and speed and separation limiting when users enter the workcell.

Industrial SCARA and 6-Axis Robots

Epson Industrial robots are powered by the next generation of high-performance controllers. Featuring SafeSense technology with an EN/ISO 13849 safety rating, they are easily integrated into modern industrial robotic safety systems.

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Physical barriers separate users and equipment while the robot workcell is operating allowing the system to work at full speed. When a user enters the workcell, safety circuits disable power and stop the robot from moving.

Explore the Trade-offs

Collaborative Robots

Collaborative Robots

Advantage: Collaborative robots provide the ability for user interaction with the workcell while it is running.

Consideration: Power and force limitations can reduce cycle time and limit throughput.

Industrial Collaborative Robots

Industrial Collaborative Robots

Advantage: Industrial collaborative systems offer a balance between high performance and user interaction. System can operate at high speed when no users are present and slow down when an operator approaches

Consideration: Implementations and safety evaluations can be complicated. Additional third party equipment may be needed.

Industrial Robots

Industrial Robots

Advantage: Industrial systems can achieve the highest throughput and have the simplest safety evaluations.

Consideration: No user interaction is possible while the system is running.

Epson Expertise & Support

Over four decades of robot manufacturing and implementation experience.

Selecting the right solution can be complex. With decades of experience using our own robots in manufacturing, Epson offers expertise and support to help you achieve the best results. We have a dedicated team of application engineers who can discuss your specific needs and recommend solutions that will help you get the most of your automation.    

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