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PAINT & POWDER / ROBOTS & AUTOMATION
As suggested , the most effective way to make such applications fast , safe and reliable would be to utilise standard industrial robots operating in a cooperative way , coupled with additional safety features such as physical guards or safety light curtains and scanners .
More precisely , businesses can implement high-speed , high-payload industrial robots , such as the MELFA RV articulated arm robot , equipped with a MELFA SafePlus safety system from Mitsubishi Electric . This means humans and robots can work safely and in harmony .
Making the right choice
As technology evolves , the demarcation line between industrial and collaborative robotic applications also changes . The most important consideration when implementing a robotic system is to ensure the system meets the needs of the specific application and delivers against the user requirement specification . The system must achieve both the throughput required and also operate in a safe environment for operators in line with the risk assessment for the application .
Utilising the speed of an industrial robot within a cooperative environment requires additional safety provisions , such as systems that allow automated speed control when operators approach the robot working area .
The inclusion of collaborative robots has widened the choice and the type of applications that robotics can now be used for . It is not a question of which is best , industrial or collaborative robotics but which is best for the application . With its wealth of experience and proven track record , the robotics team at Mitsubishi Electric helps businesses find the right solution .
Further Information : Website : gb3a . mitsubishielectric . com Email : automation @ meuk . mee . com
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