The Flexible Smart Gripper (FSG) is a fully electric gripper with flexible, soft-bodied fingers for handling objects of varying size, shape and weight. The FSG allows for the picking and placing of parts with a multitude of shapes and sizes due to its FDA-compliant silicone fingers. The ability to rotate in the roll degree of freedom, while keeping rigid in the pitch and the yaw degrees of freedom, allows for dependable, soft and flexible gripping of delicate objects.
The Enhanced Intelligence version of the FSG provides additional finger positions for grip precision and efficiency, as well as force control, allowing the user to reliably handle delicate objects.
The FSG can be easily programmed through a simple user interface that can be accessed with any Wi-Fi-enabled device. Booth 807

Andi is an AI-powered manufacturing chatbot designed to bring AI augmentation to workers. Andi is advanced, natural language processing software driven by AI technology, enabling workers to engage in human-like conversations and request expert help and support. Andi can assist with tasks such as automatically monitoring machine and process performance, solving problems, and generating action plans, checklists and work instructions.
Andi can also learn company-specific information, such as machine operation and troubleshooting manuals, quality systems and HR manuals. This enables the software to provide instant support for specific questions like how to fix particular machine failure codes; identifying the top three problems causing the most downtime in a machine; determining first-time quality for the past hour; or even clarifying company vacation policies.
With Andi, workers can access a manufacturing expert on demand when needed, without delays or constraints. Andi can send timely automatic notifications when a problem or anomaly is detected when monitoring a machine or process. Whether on WhatsApp, Web, iOS or Android, factory teams can instantly consume performance metrics and access expert help to make informed decisions.
Andi is part of the Andonix Smart Work Station product suite, and it can adapt to any size company. Leveraging AWS’ leadership position in manufacturing cloud infrastructure, Smart Work Station can easily be integrated with IIoT sensors; PLCs; business intelligence software, like Power BI; Google Locker Studio; Quick; SCADA systems; MES and ERP. Booth 361

The Electric EA30 is the first roller-forming machine with servo-controlled articulation. With three individually programmable servos, the Electric EA30 can execute a variety of profile shapes in a single stroke. The forming capabilities include traditional roller forming, articulating roller forming, 3D articulating roller forming, and crimping.
Servo-controlled radial motion delivers higher precision and control compared to conventional equipment, which requires manual adjustment of a mechanical stop. All three servomotors are aligned within the unit, giving the machine a slim design. As a result, the machine is well-suited for integration into automated production lines with limited space. It can also be used as part of a stand-alone work cell for prototyping or low-volume production where frequent changeover of nests and programs may be necessary.
HPPi software allows programming and quick adjustment of the forming process using the HMI. The software monitors all aspects of the forming process and stores the process data. The data can be exported through an industrial data interface (OPC/UA), enabling integration into higher-level production management systems.
The primary advantages of the technology are flexibility in forming; programmability and control of the vertical, radial and rotary motions; and real-time feedback of the forming process parameters. Additionally, this technology can reduce cycle time compared to conventional machines, which may require multiple forming steps to produce the same part. Booth 1223

With intuitive and ergonomic lever operation, the MC-50 manual tool changer enables workers to quickly change robotic end-of-arm tooling by hand. This compact and robust tool changer is designed for applications on collaborative robots that support payloads up to 25 kilograms and small industrial robots supporting payloads up to 10 kilograms.
Featuring an ISO 50-millimeter mounting interface on the master-side and tool-side, the low-profile MC-50 mounts directly to most cobots and seamlessly integrates with many common cobot marketplace grippers and end-effectors.
The MC-50 also includes a safety latch button on the lever to provide secondary locking for increased safety and prevention of involuntary uncoupling. A variety of electrical and pneumatic utilities for downstream end-effectors are supported through four M5 pneumatic pass-through ports and a mounting flat for optional ATI utility modules. Booth 239

The pneumatic jet valve Delo-Dot PN5 can dispense dots of adhesive at a continuous frequency of up to 300 hertz, even on difficult media. The plunger speed is twice the maximum value of its predecessor, the Delo-Dot PN3. Noncontact dispensing prevents collisions between the valve and the component. Even high-viscous materials can be dispensed accurately, precisely and reliably. The valve offers interchangeable nozzles with different diameters, as well as an adjustable plunger stroke. This ensures reproducible results even with drop sizes in the nanoliter range.
The jet valve's plunger is made of hard materials, such as ceramics and carbide, and is suitable for prolonged use, even with complex materials. The actuator has a lifetime of more than 1 billion cycles. The valve can be cleaned and maintained easily and efficiently, because less parts come in contact with the adhesive. In addition, when the plunger wears out, only the nozzle and fluid plunger need to be replaced, instead of the entire device. No special tools are required, since the fluid system can be easily removed via bayonet lock. The valve’s cartridge retainer, which can be positioned in 90-degree increments, allows media to be fed from all four sides of the device. Booth 1811

The Smart Flex Effector, a new, sensor-based compensation module, gives robots and Cartesian linear systems human-like sensitivity. Processes which are difficult to manage can now be automated, optimized and monitored through simple retrofitting. Thanks to a kinematics system that works independently in six degrees of freedom, the tactile device with sensitive touch precisely records the position of the workpiece and passes the information to the robot control unit for active compensation purposes.
Typical applications are joining processes with minimal tolerances, complex assembly work or difficult handling tasks. Errors and rejects are minimized and teaching and commissioning can be carried out more easily and quickly. The Smart Flex Effector is designed for handling loads of up to 6 kilograms.
With its differentiated kinematics, the Smart Flex Effector is able to correct processes with great complexity and tight tolerances, as in the case of positional deviations between the tool and the workpieces or in complex joining processes with minimal tolerances. Thanks to this tactile sensitivity, tasks that were not automatable can now be performed by robots.
The device also reduces the time previously needed for teaching processes. Thanks to the 6D position recording, the robotic control system can read the exact coordinates for gripping and placing points directly. Repeated learning during operation is therefore possible in an automated manner. Robots can also be taught manually, simply by moving them into position by hand.
Even during sampling, the Smart Flex Effector can be used to recognize positional deviations and, with the help of the sensor system, determine the exact position of the object. The robot accurately picks up objects, positions them in a controlled manner, and places them reliably. Even parts made of glass or other fragile materials can now be handled safely. To ensure maximum productivity, the compensation module can be actively moved into the zero position and electromechanically locked for fast transfer runs.
The effector offers an RS-485 interface as well as an I/O interface for exchanging data. Installation is easy: For a passive compensation function, the device is simply screwed to the robot flange and the gripper. The locking function and data transmission are available as soon as the unit is connected to the power supply and the control system. Booth 119

More than 40 electrically conductive epoxy adhesives are available for PCB fabrication, die attach, solder replacement, LED attachment, EMI/RFI protection, optoelectronics, LCD interconnect and other electronic assemblies. EO-23M has very small particles for intricate microelectronic applications. EO-21 is certified to the ISO 10993-5 standard for biocompatibility. EO-20E is an industry-standard formula for chip bonding, LED and LCDs. EO-98HT is a high temperature formulation for intermittent use up to 325 C. EO-32HTK is an ultra-high thermal conductivity formulation, conducting up to 12.4 watts per meter-Kelvin. EO-30M-1 is a 1-to-1 mix ratio formulation that can be cured at room temperature. Booth 1144

NEXT.assembly is a complete portfolio of technology and consulting services for final assembly. Its includes conveyor, adhesive dispensing, marriage, fluid filling and end-of-line testing technology, as well as DXQ, Dürr’s digital technology for intelligent control of overall production.
NEXT.assembly is designed for the future of final assembly, where technology will meet each OEM’s specific requirements with individual components or a complete one-stop-shop solution. It enables car manufacturers to achieve higher efficiency and flexibility by looking beyond individual components to the end-to-end process. Its modular design can meet any production volume, vehicle type or drive technology requirements, so each vehicle is assembled as efficiently as possible. Booth 356

The OmniCure S2000 Elite UV spot curing system closed-loop feedback technology, which automatically monitors and maintains optical output for a repeatable curing process. A new 30 millisecond high-speed shutter ensures highest precision dose delivery. Intelli-Lamp technology maximizes lamp life while maintaining effective lamp service life. The 4.3-inch LCD touch screen enables advanced process control and intuitive navigation and monitoring of all curing-related parameters. The system is Industry 4.0-ready with the latest communication capabilities, such as programmable PLC inputs and outputs, a USB connection, an SD card slot, near-field communication, and an Ethernet port to connect the system to a local area network. Wireless remote management and monitoring is available through the web-based user interface. Booth 1617

The RC700E robot controller offers powerful motion control, open architecture, ease of use and safety. The controller powers the entire lineup of Epson’s high-power density GX-Series SCARA robots. The controller enhances productivity, enables collaborative robot applications, and reduces the footprint of robot automation systems.
Featuring intelligent servo drives that provide high acceleration, smooth motion control and fast settling times, the controller enables engineers to integrate third-party software and hardware to create systems that suit their needs. More than just a connection to a PC, the RC700E integrates the power of PC-based controls and a real-time engine that can run up to 32 tasks with over 500 commands to optimize run-time, recovery and error handling.
Featuring integrated safety technology with an EN/ISO 10218 safety rating, the RC700E provides safe-rated speed and separation monitoring. With proper risk assessment, it allows interaction between workers and robots without a safety fence. This enhances productivity through faster interaction with machines for daily operations and maintenance. The potential elimination of physical safety barriers helps users reduce the footprint and overall cost of robot systems.
The controller includes Modbus TCP/IP, standard 24 inputs, 16 outputs and Epson RC+ software with no recurring license fee. RC+ software helps create powerful programs with a simple user interface, integrated debugger and 3D simulator. It also helps to create standalone robot applications that can be PC-based with API options, such as LabVIEW, or PLC-controlled with remote fieldbus options.
Three option slots are available for additional I/O, force guidance, conveyor tracking, fieldbus slave and analog I/O; seamless software integration with API (.NET), vision guidance and IntelliFlex parts feeding. Booth 1231