ABB Robotics Expands Large Robot Portfolio
ABB Robotics has expanded its large robot portfolio. It launched the IRB 6730S, IRB 6750S, and IRB 6760. This builds on the next-generation lineup from 2022. The new robots strengthen ABB's industrial offerings. They deliver more flexibility, performance, and sustainability. This lineup includes 11 robot families and 60 variants. This gives customers more choices. The robots also offer great performance and sustainability.
Versatility in Automation
Marc Segura, ABB's robotics division president, commented on the launch. He said versatility will define robotics in 2025. This market-leading range supports customers' needs. It helps them meet increased productivity and flexibility. ABB’s solutions also address labor shortages. They support sustainable operations, too.
New Shelf-Mounted Robots
The IRB 6730S and IRB 6750S are both shelf-mounted. They increase robot density on production lines. These robots handle payloads up to 350 kg. They install at a height or on a second floor. Shelf robots can work with floor-mounted robots. This maximizes productivity and space. They have great vertical and horizontal motion. This increases their downward reach. They are ideal for die casting and injection molding. They also perform spot welding. Industries include automotive, foundry, and construction.
High-Performance Press Tending
The new IRB 6760 is a press tending robot. It is a new-generation model. It is the highest performance solution for press lines. It works with ABB's carbon-fiber tooling boom. This combination can boost production output. It can reach up to 15 strokes per minute. This equals 900 parts per hour. The IRB 6760 is recommended for automotive, electronics, and general manufacturing.
Smarter, More Efficient Control
All three new robots use OmniCore. This is ABB’s advanced controller. OmniCore reduces energy use by 20%. It also delivers great performance. For example, the IRB 6750S has path accuracy down to 0.9 mm. It works with an OmniCore controller.
Optimizing Plant Performance
The new robots work together to optimize plants. Ten IRB 6730S or IRB 6750S robots can work together. They can work with eight floor-mounted robots. They increase spot welds on a car body. They can go from 70 to 80 joints. This happens in only 15 seconds. The modular design also helps. It reduces total cost of ownership. This is due to shared spare parts and tools.