OMRON has announced the launch of new food-grade robots to its i4H product line.
The manufacturer revealed the robots utilise ‘high-performance extreme pressure’ lubricants specially developed for the grease lubrication of machinery in the food and beverage processing and packaging industry.
An IP65 ingress protection rating is said to allow for protection against dust and water jets from any angle.
The robots come with 650mm, 750mm, and 850mm reach options for ‘easy handling’ in a wide range of applications. They are available in table or ceiling mount configurations, and 210mm and 410mm quills lengths.
OMRON listed some advantages of the food-grade robots as: ‘ideal’ for use in food and beverage packaging and processing applications; ‘good’ seal compatibility to help reduce potential oil leakage; ‘excellent’ water resistance; ability to work with primary (unpackaged) or secondary (packaged) food products; and capable of handling payloads of up to 15kg.
The i4H is available in a wide range of configurations, while OMRON’s EtherCAT connectivity enables synchronisation between other automation devices.
