川崎重工業 List of Products and Services

Kawasaki Heavy Industries' "Depalletizing Solution" is an unloading robot system that automatically recognizes the shape and material of packages using AI, capable of handling heavy and large cases. It is designed to be easy to implement even for beginners, with no prior product registration or stacking configuration required. The robot body can be selected from the compact 6-axis model "RS080N" and the 4-axis model "CP180L," which can operate at high speeds over a wide range. Additionally, suitable suction hands and L-shaped hands can be customized according to the material and size of the cases. We have prepared a case study document for the implementation at Matsuura Packing Transport Co., Ltd. Notably, this includes a gripping specification case based on the material and size of the boxes, which is a first for Kawasaki Heavy Industries and is a must-see! 【Main Features】 ■ Automatic recognition of objects using 3D AI vision ■ Smooth system setup without a master ■ High processing performance of over 750 cases per hour ■ Reliable support system for peace of mind after implementation * For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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K-AddOn is a partner program that adds advanced features to Kawasaki Heavy Industries' robots to meet diverse on-site needs. To further expand the possibilities of robots, we collaborate with technology partners from various fields to enhance our solutions. This time, we would like to introduce Mech-Mind, which is gaining attention for its 3D AI vision technology, as one of our K-AddOn partners. We spoke with a marketing specialist about the company's technology and initiatives. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries' Lab Automation 1, developed independently, allows for the construction of systems with the necessary modules configured. Additionally, it can flexibly accommodate future module additions and layout changes. By utilizing Kawasaki Heavy Industries' wide range of products, such as robots and running rails designed for clean environments, we propose the automation of cell culture and analysis processes.

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By recognizing cases with our unique 3D AI vision system, there is no need for prior registration of varieties or stacking patterns (masterless), allowing for the unloading of cases regardless of whether they are single or mixed loads. Additionally, even if cases with special shapes are distributed, they can be recognized through additional learning. Furthermore, by simply registering the placement positions, the robot can operate automatically, contributing to a reduction in system setup time.

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neoROSET is a programming tool that allows for robot programming and accurate simulation on a PC. By conducting offline verification in advance, it mitigates the risks associated with the implementation of robotic systems.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries and THK will jointly hold a free webinar on November 19, introducing general-purpose robots and hand solutions as hints for addressing labor shortages. We will showcase products that meet various needs, including the small to medium-sized general-purpose robot "RS Series," which has a payload capacity of 80 kg or less, and the picking robot hand system "PRS," which can grasp multiple varieties with one unit, aimed at improving efficiency in production sites. 【Date and Time】 November 19, 2024 (Tuesday) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Pre-registration required 【Content】 ◎ Introduction of peripheral devices and small to medium-sized robots (Kawasaki Heavy Industries) ◎ Hand solutions for general-purpose robots (THK) ◎ Q&A session *We may decline viewership from competing companies. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.

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Using accurate and dexterous arms, industrial robots steadily and reliably carry out the tasks assigned to them. They are the unsung heroes that support society. Recently, there are many robots active in a wide range of fields such as healthcare, food, and agriculture, but the main focus remains on manufacturing. When it comes to primary applications, the key areas are "assembly," "material handling (transportation, transfer)," and "welding." It is said that welding work was the catalyst for the widespread adoption of industrial robots. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related catalog. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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If robots that save people in anime are heroes, then industrial robots that assist in the workplace are the superheroes of the real world. With labor shortages, efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and quality control, robots working day and night in workplaces around the world have solved many people's problems. By the way, what kind of work do "they" usually do? Who exactly needs "them," and when? Our XYZ reporting team has infiltrated workplaces around the world to capture their real appearances. We have decided to track the work of robots that take on daily missions. *For detailed content of the article, please refer to the related catalog. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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Unlike dedicated automatic machines that primarily perform "simple, monotonous, and singular" tasks in place of humans, industrial robots can engage in "complex, multiple, and composite" jobs. In recent years, advancements in vision systems and force sensors have further expanded the range of tasks that robots can handle. Not only in familiar mass production lines in automotive and electronic/electrical machinery factories, but also in fields such as food, medical, and chemical/optical industries, industrial robots are now significantly broadening their scope beyond traditional boundaries. The XYZ editorial team, which is tracking the activities of industrial robots around the world, has also caught wind of some "unexpected" rumors from the field. *For detailed content of the article, please refer to the related catalog. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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Humans and robots have a commonality. Although mechanical robots and humans may seem like distant entities, their structures of bones and joints are actually the same. Industrial robots, primarily composed of robotic arms, are fundamentally structured with a combination of links (bones) and joints (joints). In terms of the human body, the freely bending parts like elbows and shoulders are the joints, while the bones connecting them are the links. The principle of moving the joints to transmit force through the links is the same for both humans and robots. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related catalog. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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The birth of industrial robots in Japan dates back to more than half a century ago. In 1968, Kawasaki Heavy Industries signed a technology transfer contract with the American venture company Unimation and began efforts for domestic production. In 1969, they completed the first domestically produced model, the "Kawasaki Unimate 2000." Since then, the development of industrial robots in Japan has accelerated, particularly in the automotive industry. It has become a major industry that has gained a significant share of the global market, laying the foundation for Japan's current status as a "robot powerhouse." Industrial robots could be described as "born in the U.S. and raised in Japan." *For more details, you can refer to the related catalog. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The demand for industrial robots is rising significantly. According to statistics from the Japan Robot Association, the order amount for the period from January to March 2021 increased by 43.2% compared to the same period the previous year, and production increased by 22.1%, both showing substantial growth. It is reported that these figures are the highest recorded on a quarterly basis. Factors such as the declining labor force population, aging, changes in consumer behavior, and the new norms brought about by infectious diseases are intertwining, causing robots and automation to penetrate society at an unprecedented speed. What kinds of jobs are robots doing and in what kinds of places? This series aims to clarify those specific examples by visiting sites around the world. *For detailed information, please refer to the related catalog. For more details, feel free to contact us.*

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In 1962, the industrial robot "Unimate" was born in America. Since then, about 60 years have passed, and now the number of industrial robots operating on Earth has exceeded 2.7 million. In recent years, the fields of business introducing robots have also expanded, and according to a report by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), the annual installation of industrial robots in factories worldwide has increased more than threefold over the past decade. So, what kind of work are these robots engaged in day and night? The scene changes with the location. Across the ocean, there are robots entrusted with somewhat unexpected missions. Our XYZ reporting team has taken off once again, camera in hand, to follow the work of these robots. *For detailed content of the article, please refer to the related catalog. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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Originally, industrial robots were created as machines to perform heavy labor on behalf of humans, such as repetitive tasks, dangerous work, and the transportation of heavy objects. They began in foundational industries like the automotive sector and various machinery and electrical products, and now they are expanding their roles into agriculture, forestry, civil engineering, healthcare, welfare, and other industries. Particularly in recent times, as product life cycles shorten and the demand for "small-batch production of various types" and "variable production of different types" increases, the fields that focus on the versatility and multifunctionality of robots are expanding. Expectations for industrial robots that can be flexibly introduced to the necessary places at the necessary times are growing significantly. *For detailed information, please refer to the related catalog. For more details, feel free to contact us.

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One trend in the field of industrial robots is collaborative robots. Unlike traditional industrial robots, which had to be physically isolated from humans for safety reasons, collaborative robots can work side by side with people in the same space. These compact, flexible, and easy-to-use "human-coexisting robots" lower the barriers to robot adoption and are emerging as new forces in industries such as food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, where robots have not been utilized before. We spoke with the project manager of the Environmental Plant Department at the Environmental Plant Division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Energy Solutions & Marine Company about the new work environments that collaborative robots are expanding. *For more details on the interview, please refer to the related catalog. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Industrial robots, which began to spread in the late 1960s, are now implemented in production lines around the world, tirelessly operating day and night to support people's affluent lives. On the other hand, as robot performance improves and operational efficiency is maximized, the importance of maintenance has increased. When a problem occurs with a robot, maintenance that can respond and restore functionality anytime, anywhere, 24/7, has become essential. This time, we will introduce the background and story behind the launch of the "Remote Support Service," which is based on the concept of "reducing downtime for our customers' production lines," through an interview. *For detailed content of the interview, please refer to the related catalog. For more information, feel free to contact us.

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Recently, customer demands for product quality have been increasing not only for the functionality and performance of products but also for the appearance design quality, such as the need for a flawless and beautiful surface. Visual inspection of painted surfaces is primarily conducted through manual inspection, where inspectors rely on their senses and experience to judge various subtle defects. This process requires skill, know-how, and a high level of concentration, leading to variability in the appearance design quality of products due to its subjective nature. In this context, the recent decline in the labor force, particularly the decrease in skilled workers and the challenges in ensuring stable employment, has led to a growing demand for the automation and de-skilling of visual inspections for painted surfaces. Therefore, we would like to introduce an automated appearance inspection system using a general-purpose robot developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, taking the visual inspection of painted surfaces as an example. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related catalog. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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At the global AI data analysis competition platform "Kaggle," hosted by the National Football League (NFL) and Amazon.com, Inc., our engineers won the "NFL Health & Safety - Helmet Assignment." We spoke about how they triumphed in a competition where ambitious AI developers compete fiercely, and how that technology is being utilized in Kawasaki Heavy Industries' solution development. The wave of AI adoption is permeating various phases, but its reach still extends far and wide. *For more details on the interview, please refer to the related catalog. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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The "YF Series" is a picking robot that is widely active in various industrial fields such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, electronics, and machine parts. The compact "YF002N" and the "YF003N" with a wide range of motion enable efficient sorting operations on production lines. Additionally, there is the "F01" controller, which has been further miniaturized and significantly evolved in performance and expandability. 【Features】 - Two portable types: a compact 2kg and a 3kg with a wide range of motion, suitable for picking operations in various industries. - A wide lineup of specifications that accommodate cleaning with acidic or alkaline detergents and use food-grade grease and oil. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, boasting the world's top market share, offers the "Wafer Transport Robot," a product that achieves high precision and high rigidity in operation through its unique drive mechanism. We provide the "NTJ Series," which realizes high precision and smooth movement thanks to its unique drive structure, and the "TTJ Series," which adopts a telescopic mechanism to achieve both low-position path lines and high-position transport. Additionally, we have the "NTH Series," which supports 4FOUP devices without a traveling mechanism, and the "NX Series," which can be installed in a space-saving manner. 【Features】 ■ Achieves high precision and high rigidity in operation through a unique drive mechanism ■ Complies with SEMI-F47 and SEMI-S2 standards, capable of supporting EFEM up to 4FOUP without a traveling mechanism ■ Compatible with ring frames and substrate transport *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"Vambo" is a package system that combines our medium-sized general-purpose robot "RS080N" with an unmanned guided vehicle (AGV) that operates without tracks. By combining the robotic arm with the trackless unmanned guided vehicle (AGV), there is no need for conventional installation work. It achieves a wide operating range and a large payload capacity. The uniquely developed picking hand allows for simultaneous picking of multiple cases. It can unload up to 600 cases per hour. 【Features】 ■ Capable of transporting cases weighing up to 30 kg ■ The 3D vision system accommodates unloading cases of various shapes and sizes ■ The wide operating range of the uniquely developed hand and robotic arm allows for unloading cases from the top of containers *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"TRanbo" is a self-driving robot that combines the highly proven "RS007L" with a compact running unit, allowing for centralized control via a robot controller. It features a compact design that accommodates factory aisle widths of 800mm. The maximum running speed is 1,000mm/sec. 【Features】 ■ Centralized control possible with a robot controller ■ Compact design compatible with factory aisle widths of 800mm ■ Maximum running speed of 1,000mm/sec ■ Safety features equipped with a laser scanner to monitor the approach of people *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "RS Series" is a class-leading small to medium-sized general-purpose robot that condenses Kawasaki Heavy Industries' technology and experience. With a wide range of lineup, we meet customer needs across various applications and industries. Additionally, we offer the universal controller "F60," which can be used globally, as well as the more compact universal E controller "F01/F02." [Features] ■ A lineup capable of handling a wide range of tasks ■ Top-class operating speed ■ Compact yet extensive range of motion *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "Palletizing Robot" covers a payload capacity ranging from 80kg to 700kg, contributing to addressing labor shortages and improving productivity in the logistics industry and internal factory logistics. The "CP Series" achieves high-speed palletizing, streamlining logistics operations across various industrial sectors. Additionally, the "RD Series" is suitable for palletizing cardboard boxes with an 80kg payload. Its compact arm allows for easy installation even in tight spaces. 【Features】 ■ CP/RD Series - A lineup capable of handling a wide range of weights for transported goods - An efficient palletizing system achieved through high-speed reciprocating movement - A safe and space-saving robot system, featuring monitoring safety functions for robot operations (optional) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "Pharmaceutical Robot" is a product that achieves ISO Class 5 (Fed Class 100) cleanliness. The "MS Series" features an all-stainless steel structure, capable of sterilization with VHP (hydrogen peroxide gas) and alkaline cleaning solutions. Additionally, the "MC Series" is equipped with arms that have a high chemical resistance surface coating. 【Features】 ■MS Series - All-stainless steel structure compatible with VHP sterilization - Uses components compliant with FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) - Achieves ISO Class 5 (Fed Class 100) cleanliness without vacuum piping - 7-axis structure allows for flexible movement even in tight spaces *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the "Super Large General-Purpose Robot" developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, which brings together our technology and experience to date. We offer the "MXP Series," which achieves a large payload capacity and a wide range of motion in the vertical direction, and the "MG Series," which features a slim body without counterweights, providing a wide range of motion and high rigidity. By adopting a unique mechanism, we have achieved a compact design with high positioning accuracy while accommodating a large payload capacity of up to 1,500 kg. 【Features】 ■MXP Series - Achieves a wide range of motion, including vertical movement of the robot, and can accommodate various layouts. - By using a gas balancer, we have integrated the balancer into the arm, achieving compactness. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document features the product lineup of Kawasaki Robots. We introduce the top-class high-speed small to medium-sized general-purpose robots "RS Series" and the large general-purpose robots "BXP/BTP Series" with built-in cable hoses. Additionally, we also showcase the ultra-large general-purpose robots "MXP/MG Series" and the collaborative robots "duAro Series." 【Featured Products (Partial)】 ■ Small to medium-sized general-purpose robots with a payload of up to 80kg ■ Large general-purpose robots with a payload of up to 300kg ■ Ultra-large general-purpose robots with a payload of up to 1,500kg ■ Collaborative robots ■ Explosion-proof painting robots *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s robotics business. Our company broadly supports the automation of the industrial sector with robot solutions. We will continue to tackle social issues by combining innovative technologies related to automation, such as newly developed human coexistence hardware standards and collaborative robot systems through remote cooperation, along with group synergies within Kawasaki Heavy Industries. 【Industrial Fields (Excerpt)】 ■Semiconductors ■Automobiles ■Medical ■Pharmaceuticals ■Electrical and Electronics *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "K Series" is an explosion-proof painting robot. With a wide lineup that accommodates various painting objects from small to large items, it contributes to the automation of the painting process. Additionally, there are controllers "E25, E35, E45/E27, E37, E47" that enable high-density placement due to their small footprint. 【Features】 ■ A diverse lineup that accommodates a wide range of painting targets from small parts to automobile bodies. ■ Built-in hose arm prevents dust and debris defects on painted objects (3R specification only). ■ Commonized painting package system shortens the introduction period (optional). *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"duAro" is a dual-arm collaborative scara robot developed independently by our company. Even when people are working in close proximity, there is no need for safety fences. This enables a simpler and easier robot implementation, catering to diverse automation needs. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Features】 ■ Space-saving installation without the need for safety fences ■ Efficient work using two arms, just like humans ■ Easy teaching using a tablet and direct teaching *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries' "Depalletizing Solution" enables the unloading of various appearance and dimensional workpieces by incorporating unique AI vision technology. The lineup includes the compact-bodied 6-axis "RS080N" and the 4-axis "CP180L," which features high speed and a large range of motion. The suction hands and L-shaped hands can be customized as needed to match the shape and material of the cases. 【Features】 ■ Unique technology with "3D AI Vision" ■ Contributes to reduced system setup time through masterless operation ■ High-speed processing of over 750 cases per hour with standard system configuration ■ Reliable and comprehensive maintenance service after installation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing Kawasaki Heavy Industries' non-explosion-proof "Sealing Robot." With a wide lineup that accommodates various painting items, from small to large sizes, it contributes to the automation of the painting process. Additionally, we offer a universal controller "E51/E52" that can be used globally. 【Features】 ■ Built-in cable hose ■ Symmetrical arm design to reduce interference during mirror operation ■ 7-axis structure and long reach significantly expand the coating range (BU015X) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries' "Large General-Purpose Robots" offer a rich lineup and are active in various industrial fields such as automotive, aerospace, machinery, metals, electrical and electronics, and food. We provide the "BXP/BTP series," which achieves higher performance with features like high rigidity and slim design, as well as the "BX series," which has a hollow structure for the wrist and arm, a slim body, and a large range of motion, making it suitable for a wide range of industries and applications. Additionally, we have the reliable "ZX series," which has a long track record and boasts a large number of successful installations. 【Features】 ■BXP/BTP Series - Built-in cable hose - Further speed enhancement with new control technology using F series controllers - Lighter and more compact than the BX/BT series *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce Kawasaki Heavy Industries' "Arc Welding Robot," which embodies simplicity and friendliness. We offer the "BA Series," which allows for the integration of hoses and cables into a hollow wrist, and the "RA Series," which covers a wide range of payloads from 5kg to 20kg, accommodating a variety of welding applications. Additionally, we have a rich selection of options (software and hardware) to support the improvement of work quality in arc welding. 【Features】 ■ BA Series - Integrated welding cables - Connects the welder and robot with a single cable ■ RA Series - A lineup that can accommodate a wide range of part sizes - Connects the welder and robot with a single cable *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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