EROWA ROBOT COMPACT – ERC 80 and ERC 150
The EROWA Robot Compact series, which includes the ERC 80 and ERC 150, offers advanced automation solutions designed to enhance productivity, precision, and flexibility. Their monoblock design and numerous functions make them ideal for tool shops and other types of industrial plants. Although both robots share many key features, each model also has specific advantages.
Features of EROWA Robot Compact Series
Both the ERC 80 and ERC 150 are part of EROWA’s Robot Compact line, designed to automate the loading and unloading processes in manufacturing, thereby reducing manual labor, increasing precision, and improving overall efficiency. These robots are integral to Flexible Manufacturing Concepts (FMC), where adaptability, flexibility, and efficiency are critical.
- Automated Loading and Unloading: Both robots have the ability to serve two different machines at the same time (different EDM, WEDM, HSC machines, even different brands), which makes them very adaptable to different production needs. They support a wide range of pallet sizes and are compatible with multiple types of EROWA systems, such as ITS, UPC, and MTS, allowing seamless transitions between different workpieces.
- Precision and Process Reliability: Equipped with the EWIS™ pallet identification system, both robots ensure automatic identification and precise placement of pallets, minimizing errors and ensuring consistent quality. This is particularly important in industries that demand high levels of accuracy, such as aerospace and automotive manufacturing.
- Space Efficiency: Both models feature a compact monobloc design, allowing them to integrate easily into production environments with limited space. Despite their small footprint, they offer high magazine capacity and automated gripper changes, making them efficient in handling various tasks without constant manual intervention.
- Flexibility in FMC Systems: As a part of Flexible Manufacturing Concepts (FMC), both the ERC 150 and ERC 80 excel in switching between different workpieces and production tasks without requiring significant downtime. This adaptability ensures that manufacturers can optimize their production lines, even when managing small batch sizes or varied product types.
ERC 80
The EROWA Robot Compact 80 is designed for smaller, more flexible production environments, offering a more compact solution while maintaining high efficiency.
- Compact Design: With a footprint of just 2 m², the ERC 80 is ideal for production facilities with space constraints. Despite its smaller size, it provides high magazine capacity, holding up to 300 workpieces.
- Fast Setup: The ERC 80’s monobloc design allows for rapid installation and integration into existing production lines, making it a quick and efficient automation solution for smaller manufacturing setups.
- Efficient Handling of Mixed Pallet Sizes: Like the ERC 150, the ERC 80 can handle mixed pallet sizes and perform automatic gripper changes, making it suitable for smaller, more varied production runs.
ERC 150
The EROWA Robot Compact 150 is designed for more demanding production environments that require the handling of larger and heavier workpieces.
- Higher Transfer Weight: One of the most significant advantages of the ERC 150 is its ability to handle a transfer weight of up to 150 kg, which makes it ideal for industries dealing with larger or heavier parts.
- Larger Magazine Capacity: The ERC 150 offers a larger magazine capacity, capable of storing over 500 workpieces, allowing for a greater volume of workpieces to be managed. This ensures smooth operations in high-capacity environments.
- X-Axis with Independent Drives: Unlike the ERC 80, the ERC 150 features an X-axis with two independent drives, providing better flexibility in handling magazine configurations and optimizing its performance in complex setups.
- Extended Reach: The extended X-axis allows the ERC 150 to load and unload larger workpieces more easily, making it particularly suitable for industries where oversized parts are a common requirement.
TECHNICAL DETAILS:
| Technical Data | ERC 80 | ERC 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Floor space | 2 m² | 4.7 m² |
| System size (L×W×H) | 2014 × 1069 × 2612 mm | 2772 × 1700 × 2655 mm |
| System weight | 850 kg | 4000 kg |
| Max. transfer weight | 80 kg | 150 kg |
| Transfer weight with swivel axis | Not specified | 130 kg |
| Swivel axis | Yes | Yes |
| Gripper change | Yes | Yes |
| Double gripper | No | Yes |
| Two-machines operation | Yes | Yes |
| X-axis travel | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
| Z-axis travel | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Swvel range | 350° | 341° |
| Number of integrated storage units | 2 | 2 |
| Integrated magazines (levels per magazine) | 12 | 12 |
| Optional additional storage unit | Yes | Yes |
| Weight per individual level (fixed) | Not specified | 450 kg |
| Weight per level (extendable) | Not specified | 300 kg |
| Total weight capacity of storage unit | 1000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Automatic pallet recognition | YES / EWIS™ | YES / EWIS™ |
| Process control system interface | YES | YES |