FANUC and Samey Robotics ’ 22-year partnership has revolutionised the international supply chain for fresh fish using FANUC ’ s M-410 series of industrial palletising robots
and Samey Robotics is experiencing this growth first hand : “ Demand is increasing every year , especially with regard to high-throughput cells that can operate within stringent hygiene parameters ,” says Kristjan . “ The market is seeing the benefits that automation can bring from both a productivity and profitability point of view .”
TRUST AND TRANSPARENCY
For Oliver Selby , Robotics Business Development Manager for FANUC UK , supporting Samey Robotics ’ innovative and forward-thinking approach to automating the fresh fish supply chain is testament to the power of a strong supplier-client relationship : “ We have a number of longstanding client relationships , but to go from strength to strength like we have with Samey Robotics is especially rewarding . Key to our partnership is transparency . It ’ s a trait which runs throughout our business , right from the very top at our headquarters in Japan down to our delivery drivers meeting clients on the ground . This builds trust and gives our customers confidence that they can rely on us to deliver what we ’ ve promised .”
SETTING THE STANDARD
Also key to the partnership ’ s success is a focus on innovation . “ For a number of years now , Samey Robotics has been leading supply chain development in the
We know we can trust FANUC products to deliver time and time again in harsh operating environments while handling delicate and high-margin fresh produce
European fish sector , with their automated approach to distribution serving as an example for other food sectors to follow . Going forward , Samey Robotics ’ customer base is changing as the company embarks on a growth initiative through acquisition . Moving beyond Europe , it is now opening up to a global audience . At the forefront of this strategy is of course robotics and automation , and Samey Robotics is keen to spread its commitment to automated supply chains into regions that are not necessarily renowned for automation . We are excited to continue supporting them in this exciting phase of their journey , derisking their future business to ensure that Samey Robotics continues to be renowned for implementing solutions that facilitate the fast , safe and efficient handling of fresh fish , right across the world .”
DIVERSE OFFERING
To this end , FANUC has recently begun supplying Samey Robotics with an alternative to the M-410 , providing the company with a different robotic solution to improve end product handling even further : the M-2000 . On the inbound supply chain direct from the boat , fresh fish is loaded directly from 460 kg totes into the fish processing equipment by the M-2000 ; the strongest 6-axis robot on the market , boasting a handling capacity of up to 2.3 tonnes and a maximum reach of up to 4.7m . This robotic solution changes the way food producers need to think about their onsite logistics , removing the need for specialist forklift trucks and drivers , and representing the ideal choice for gentle handling of what is a delicate food item .
For Samey Robotics , a commitment to innovation , transparency and reliability ensures that FANUC remains a key partner in its ongoing global success . Kristjan concludes : “ We are proud to have enjoyed such a longstanding relationship with FANUC . For us , and our customers , the reliability of their robots is priceless .”
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