High-Speed, State-of-the-Art F-Series Robot

Kawasaki Robotics (USA), Inc. has introduced a new F Series line of high speed, high performance robots. The new state of the art Kawasaki F Series robots are designed to be compact and lightweight, and operate at high speeds with a high degree of accuracy over a large work envelope.

The Kawasaki F Series design is a direct response to our customers' needs. There are 17 variants that perform a wide range of applications including material handling, arc welding, sealant dispensing, clean room operation, and washing. The modular construction allows the customer to select from a wide variety of robot modules and arm combinations for various reaches and payloads. This modular construction also allows for easy modification of existing F Series robots, by using common components. Due to their light weight and use of high output high efficiency motors, the F Series is capable of moving at high speed, which significantly decreases cycle times and increases productivity. The installation space requirement is very small, yet with its wide range of motion the work envelope is exceptionally large. The extremely slim arm construction allows the F Series robot to operate in confined areas that would otherwise be inaccessible to more bulky robots.

The F Series reduces cycle time with up to 20% speed increase over previous models, with maximum speeds up to 11,100 mm/s and position repeatability to ±0.05 mm.

The F Series works in very confined area and its simplified vertical alignment configuration allows for a high density peripheral equipment layout. The robot pedestal houses the joint 1 axis/motor, reducing the required floor space.

The F Series provides a variety of configurations. The conversion packages allow existing robots to be modified to accommodate changes in application, reach, or payload. The F Series can be floor, ceiling, or wall mounted.

Kawasaki Robotics is a leading supplier of industrial robots and automated systems. With robots ranging from 2kg to 300kg, we service a wide span of industries and applications. Our commitment to quality and constant improvement has enabled us to become one the leading robot suppliers in the world, with over 8,000 units installed in North America and over 30,000 units installed worldwide.