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In many metal processing sites, operators stand in front of the press machine, placing one part at a time and removing the formed parts as part of their daily routine. We are implementing an automation system using collaborative robots for processes called single-stroke presses, where humans manually set and remove parts.

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A PLC is a special computer designed to respond to the environment of a factory. It is an abbreviation for Programmable Logic Controller and is a control device developed to digitally replace electrical control using general relay circuits. It is also referred to as a sequencer. Originally, PLC is a brand name, so the correct term for control devices in general is "sequencer." However, since PLCs have been widely used in Japanese production sites, it is often recognized that PLC = control device. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.*

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Manufacturers of industrial robots are focusing on the introduction of new models of collaborative robots and the promotion of their utilization. Collaborative robots, as the name suggests, refer to "robots that work in cooperation with humans." They enable joint operations between humans and robots without safety barriers. While their introduction has been progressing in response to labor shortages and the need for labor-saving measures, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has increased expectations for their use as a means to avoid the "three Cs" (closed spaces, crowded places, and close-contact settings). Leading the way are the electronics industry, as well as the three product sectors (food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics) and automotive parts manufacturers. In these industries, collaborative robots are being introduced as a method to reduce costs and minimize labor in response to the prolonged COVID-19 situation. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.*

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A jig for robots is a supplementary tool that attaches the workpiece, determines its position, and simultaneously guides the processing. Basically, the jig must ensure that the workpiece is always fixed in a constant position and can be easily secured and removed. In recent years, designing jigs that accommodate small-batch production of various types has often become a challenge. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Industrial robots are primarily robots that work in factories. While many industrial machines are installed in factories, industrial robots can change their tasks through programming and have a certain degree of automated control, which sets them apart. By replacing tasks previously performed by humans with robots, it is possible to perform them at higher speeds, with greater precision, and continuously. Additionally, by coordinating with multiple units or other equipment, it is also possible to further increase work efficiency. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more details.

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Robots are machines that perform actions that have been pre-programmed. Industrial robots primarily demonstrate their capabilities on factory production lines. They play a crucial role in the manufacturing processes of fields such as automobiles, electrical and electronic equipment, and construction machinery. Specifically, this includes tasks such as painting and welding automotive parts, and assembling home appliances. This time, I would like to explain what "robot teaching" entails. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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The Monozukuri Subsidy is one of the subsidy projects introduced by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency (SMEA) under the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, based on the supplementary budget for fiscal year 2019 titled "Small and Medium Enterprise Productivity Revolution Promotion Project." An overview was announced by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency on January 23, 2020. When introducing industrial robots, eligible expenses include "machinery and equipment costs" and "technology introduction costs." Although the name of the subsidy includes "Monozukuri," which gives the impression that it is limited to manufacturing industries with factories, this is not the case. If you are working on the development of new services or prototypes, or striving to improve productivity, retail, wholesale, and service industries are also eligible for the subsidy. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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At the logistics hub "ASKUL Value Center Kansai (AVC Kansai)" in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, we are introducing AGVs (automated guided vehicles) and robotic arms to improve productivity. We are automating pallet transportation and picking, thereby reducing the manpower required for inbound and outbound operations. For the transportation of palletized goods from the receiving area to the automated warehouse, we have deployed 10 AGVs "Geek+ EVE M1000R" manufactured by Geek, and for the picking process, we have introduced two robotic arms from Yaskawa Electric, which utilize MUJIN's robot controller. We are automating processes that were previously reliant on individual expertise, achieving an increase in productivity. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.

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Industrial robot systems must be designed considering environmental conditions such as ambient temperature, humidity, electromagnetic interference, and lighting. Therefore, each component, including the industrial robots used in the system, wiring, and other equipment, must be selected to withstand the anticipated operating and environmental conditions. As the application fields expand, different equipment standards and environmental performance requirements may also be demanded. There are different specifications required depending on the field, such as water washing and hygienic structures for food applications, and strong oxidizing agent cleaning for chemical processes. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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An AGV (Automatic Guided Vehicle) is an unmanned transport cart. It is a transport vehicle that operates automatically without human driving, and has been used since around 1980 in the automotive and logistics industries for the transportation of raw materials, parts, and finished products. AGVs play a crucial role in achieving automation in factories and warehouses (Factory Automation/FA) and addressing current challenges such as improving operational efficiency and labor shortages. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Production equipment utilizing robots has been widely introduced with the aim of improving factory productivity. Before implementation, it undergoes analysis of conventional tasks, feasibility verification (technology and quality), and investment effect assessment, followed by equipment design, parts manufacturing, assembly, wiring, and adjustment before it operates as production equipment. Once operational, it continues to run long-term until the manufacturing of parts is completed. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.

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When a robot moves the target product, the device attached to the tip of the manipulator is called a hand. The shape of the hand to be used varies depending on the type of object being handled. It is necessary to understand in what situations a hand should be used. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more details.*

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Teaching a robot refers to "the process of instructing the robot on how to move." Simply purchasing a robot will not make it operate as desired. It is necessary to specify "under what conditions, in what order, and in what posture it should move" in accordance with the production line. There are two main types of robot teaching: 1. Offline Teaching Programming the robot's movements in a location where the robot is not present. 2. Online Teaching Using a tool called a pendant to program directly in front of the actual robot. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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When a robot takes a product from a device that moves conveyor products, it usually stops the product using a stopper or positioning mechanism, halts the conveyor, and allows the robot to acquire the product with a fixed position. However, if there is a need to acquire the product quickly, the robot chases and acquires the product at the same speed as the conveyor without stopping it. This is conveyor tracking technology. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more details.*

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Electricity is something that cannot be seen. However, it is also something very dangerous. There is a possibility of fatal accidents due to electric shock or fires caused by leakage. When designing control systems, it is necessary to first consider how to eliminate dangerous parts. Additionally, the design must take into account the convenience of the operators, such as control switches and indicator lights, as well as the workability during maintenance tasks and regular adjustments. It is also necessary to comply with various regulations and standards, and knowledge of these is required. *For detailed content of the article, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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Until now, industrial robots have been primarily introduced and developed in mass production fields with long product life cycles, such as the automotive industry. On the other hand, in sectors like the electrical and electronics industries, where product life cycles are short and model changes occur every few months, there has been an expectation for the introduction of robots. However, it has been considered difficult to automate due to preparation time and cost-effectiveness. "duAro" not only realizes the introduction of industrial robots in such fields but also paves the way for the adoption and utilization of industrial robots in small and medium-sized enterprises by simultaneously achieving high functionality and low cost. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.*

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Japan has already entered a society of population decline, and it is certain that the workforce will continue to decrease. The proportion of companies reporting labor shortages is already higher, and it is believed that labor shortages will further intensify. The shortage of workers for simple tasks and skilled jobs is serious, but the use of robots is expected to be one of the solutions to this labor shortage. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more details.

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"Training and Dispatching Robot Engineers" The education and dispatch of engineers conducted at MIRAI-LAB has been featured in the Chunichi Shimbun. At our company, based on the keyword "robot," we are challenging ourselves to exciting endeavors that the world has yet to undertake, such as the development of MR. The "M" in MIRAI-LAB stands for "MIX." By mixing various technologies, we aim to provide cutting-edge value that will astonish the world. *For more details about the article, you can view it through the related link. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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In this article, I would like to explain the teaching pendant used for programming industrial robots. Teaching pendants vary depending on the manufacturer and model of the industrial robot. Since the teaching pendant is held by the operator during the programming process, it must be easy to handle. Therefore, they are designed with considerations for ergonomics, such as lightweight construction and ease of operation. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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A robot is a machine that performs actions that have been pre-taught. To teach a robot its actions, it is necessary to define the control content and the position (posture) in which it will work. The control content is determined by "programming." Teaching a robot its working position (posture) is referred to as "teaching work" (robot teaching). *For more detailed information, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more details.

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Collaborative robots, as the name suggests, refer to "robots that work in cooperation with humans." In manufacturing lines where tasks were previously performed solely by human labor, robots are now stepping in to carry out these tasks instead of humans. Conventional industrial robots could only operate in relatively large manufacturing lines, such as those in the automotive or machinery sectors, where they were enclosed by safety barriers and isolated from humans. As a result, while they were suitable for repetitive, simple tasks, they were not well-suited for environments like the "food manufacturing industry," where flexibility to adapt to varying situations is necessary. However, with technological advancements leading to the miniaturization of robots and the relaxation of regulatory constraints, collaborative work between humans and robots without barriers has become possible, giving rise to a new generation of robots designed for joint operation with humans. This is what we call "collaborative robots." *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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The "DOBOT Nova Series" comes in two types: a 2kg load and a 5kg load, and is designed as a lightweight collaborative robot. It is easy to operate, features multiple safety systems, and can be applied in various business scenes such as artificial intelligence dining, digital retail, and health physiotherapy. Compared to typical industrial collaborative robots, this series is 40% lighter and can be safely used in a compact case the size of a fist, even in a narrow area of 1m², without the need to change the store's area or layout. 【Features】 ■ Lightweight and compact ■ Easy to master ■ High safety ■ Customizable *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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The "DOBOT M1 Pro" is a second-generation collaborative robot designed for automated production in the light industrial sector. It inherits the advantages of high precision and a large range of motion from the first generation "M1," while being easier to use and more stable, further optimizing the automated production processes in agriculture and light industry. Additionally, the built-in control panel eliminates the need for complex connections and wiring, allowing for immediate use by simply plugging it in. 【Features】 ■ One-stop connection ■ Easy operation ■ High safety ■ High precision control *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "DOBOT MG400" is a super compact industrial desktop robot. It is designed to meet the automation needs of small-batch production in light industry. Flexible and easy to implement, it allows for simple operation and safe collaborative work, making it ideal for lightweight desktop applications. Equipped with collaborative work features such as direct teaching and collision detection, this product responds to rapid production deployment and offers a high cost-performance solution suitable for automated and intelligent production. 【Features】 ■ Space-saving ■ Quick setup ■ Industrial-level performance ■ Smooth operation ■ Shortened return on investment period *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the collaborative robot "DOBOT CRS Series" that we handle. This is an upgraded version of the "CR Series." In addition to the flexibility, ease of use, and high precision of the same series, it is equipped with a safety skin that has non-contact detection and protection functions, enhancing the safety of collaborative work between humans and robots to a higher level. It can detect intrusions within 15 cm of the robot in real-time, allowing it to stop before a collision or autonomously avoid it, thereby preventing injuries or damage caused by impacts. 【Features】 ■ 15 cm intrusion detection ■ 10 ms high-speed response ■ 360° all-around protection ■ 4 times efficiency increase *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "DOBOT CR Series" is a collaborative robot that can adapt to over 15 industries, including automotive, 3C, semiconductors, healthcare, and new retail, with a wide payload range of 3 to 16 kg. It boasts over 200 application scenarios and strengths such as safety, efficiency, flexibility, and ease of use, making it capable of meeting various customer needs in terms of performance, efficiency, and cost. Additionally, it is equipped with more than two types of safety features and has obtained certifications for ISO13849 and TS15066. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Features】 ■ Safe and reliable, efficient collaboration ■ Smart interaction, easy to master ■ Accurate positioning, stable and secure ■ Diverse operations, smooth operability *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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This catalog is a comprehensive catalog of collaborative robots manufactured by DOBOT. It achieves comprehensive breakthroughs from basic architecture to higher-level applications in areas such as AI control, intelligent interaction, motion control, sensing, and safety. As representative products, we have included many items such as the "CR Series" and "CRS Series." We encourage you to take a look. [Contents] ■ About Dobot ■ Core Technologies ■ Representative Products ■ Solutions ■ Service Support *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We handle the collaborative robot DOBOT, which can be used without safety fences. The items for sale are: - The 6-axis CR series (with a payload of 3 to 16 kg) - The compact 4-axis robot arm MG400 All DOBOT robots are equipped with collision detection, and particularly the type equipped with DOBOT's patented technology called Safe Skin can detect moving objects before a collision and stop or avoid them while working.

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MIRAI-LAB Co., Ltd. conducts simple inspections of industrial robots used in factories. We perform grease replacement for reducers, measure iron powder concentration, replace robot batteries, and check for play and abnormal noises, which are reported in a report. We have a track record of over 600 units per year and support major domestic manufacturers.

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Our company conducts "robot teaching," which involves programming industrial robots with complex instructions and setting them up to reproduce and operate correctly. The capabilities of the robot can be maximized depending on the skills of the instructor. We have experienced teaching personnel and specialists from various robot manufacturers who will tailor the operations to meet customer requirements while ensuring optimal performance for the robots. 【Supported Software】 ■ biz Factory: General-purpose robot simulation software ■ ROBOGUIDE: Fanuc robot simulation software ■ MotoSim EG: Yaskawa robot simulation software ■ K-ROSET: Kawasaki robot simulation software ■ EPSON RC+: Epson robot simulation software *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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