The KUKA Roboter GmbH, with its headquarters in Augsburg, is a member of the KUKA Aktiengesellschaft and ranks among the world’s leading suppliers of industrial robots. Core competencies are development, production and sale of industrial robots, controllers and software. The company is the market leader in Germany and Europe and the number three in the world. KUKA Roboter GmbH employs about 3400 people worldwide. In 2013, sales totaled 754,1 million Euro. 28 subsidiaries provide a presence in the major markets of Europe, America and Asia.
Über die KUKA Roboter Gruppe
Die KUKA Roboter GmbH mit Hauptsitz in Augsburg ist ein Unternehmen der KUKA Aktiengesellschaft und gilt als einer der weltweit führenden Anbieter von Industrierobotern. Die Kernkompetenzen liegen in der Entwicklung und Produktion sowie im Vertrieb von Industrierobotern, Steuerungen und Software. Das Unternehmen ist Marktführer in Deutschland und Europa, weltweit an dritter Stelle. Die KUKA Roboter GmbH beschäftigt weltweit etwa 3400 Mitarbeiter. In 2013 wurde ein Umsatz von 754,1 Mio. Euro erwirtschaftet. Das Unternehmen ist mit 28 Niederlassungen in den wichtigsten Märkten Europas, Amerikas und Asiens vertreten.
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48 COOL ROBOT TYPES. IN SERVICE WHEREVER THINGS HEAT UP.
Heat, dust, aggressive fluids: when the going gets tough for human workers, tough KUKA robots get going – with outstanding performance in continuous operation. Based on many years of experience in the foundry sector and in the automotive industry, KUKA is now offering a unique range of 48 high-performance robot types – the KR QUANTEC F series. With protective coatings resistant to alkalis, acids, heat and corrosion, they permanently meet the requirements of protection ratings IP65/67. They are available as floor-, ceiling- and shelf-mounted robots and for payloads from 6 to 1,300 kg.
300 KG PURE HANDLING POWER: KR QUANTEC F SERIES – THE STRONGEST ROBOTS IN THEIR PAYLOAD CATEGORY
The basis for high performance and process reliability in hot surroundings.
Metal – red-hot, molten or solid. From intricate light alloy components to large-format steel parts: the KR QUANTEC F series masters all disciplines from sand casting and die casting to permanent mold casting and even the handling of heavy molds and finished components. It effortlessly handles payloads of up to 300 kg. The extremely robust and maintenance-friendly design makes it a sound investment for the future.
On request, all KUKA robots based on the KR C4 controller can be controlled directly via the Siemens® SINUMERIK operator panel of your machine – simple and with no need for special knowledge of robotics. KR QUANTEC F: THE ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE
Ideal combination of high payload capacity and small footprint
Fast and reliable – even for complex tasks
Availability: virtually 100%
Optimized cycle times
Process reliability
Assured productivity
Easy integration of peripheral devices, e.g. deflashing presses and grippers
With their heat-, corrosion-, alkali- and acid-resistant coating, KUKA Foundry robots are optimally equipped for the harsh working environments in the foundry and forging industry. The specially-developed Foundry wrist with corrosion-resistant V2A materials is dustproof, waterproof and certified with protection rating IP67 for the entire life cycle of the robot.
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