Designed to extend the reach of robots, IPR’s modular, multi-axis StackTrax Robot Transfer Unit (RTU) is well-suited for various types of machine tending applications. (Image courtesy IPR Robotics/PRNewswire)
IPR Robotics’ dual 7th axis system combines two linear axes into one compact system and can be configured to handle a wide range of payloads.
DETROIT—A customizable dual 7th axis system recently introduced by IPR Robotics is designed to extend robot reach, enhance flexibility, and reduce complexity for manufacturers worldwide, the company said in a release.
The StackTrax™ Robot Transfer Unit (RTU) is designed around the needs of CNC, material removal, and other machine tending robotic applications. It is reported to dramatically extend a robot’s working envelope while saving space and deployment time versus overhead or traditional gantry style systems.
The system combines two linear axes into one compact system, giving robots the working envelope of a gantry without overhead supports, long lead times, or costly custom engineering. The system can be used without a robot, and with “all major robot brands, and can be configured to handle a wide range of payloads, making it suitable for everything from compact cells to large-scale systems,” the release stated.
IPR Robotics provides robotic tooling and automation products that help manufacturers around the world increase productivity, reduce downtime, and maximize performance. The company’s portfolio includes end-of-arm tooling, tool changers, rails, and advanced automation systems tailored to customer needs.
“We’re excited to bring StackTrax to market,” said Anthony Leo, president of IPR Robotics, in a statement. “It fills an important gap by delivering more capability than a single rail and a simpler, more cost-effective solution than a gantry. With customization at its core, StackTrax adapts to any environment and application. Walkable covers make maintenance easy, while the dual-axis design simplifies programming and reduces reach restrictions. Our customers gain the flexibility, stability, and power they need in one complete system.”
StackTrax offers what IPR Robotics describes as “a fully customizable design to match unique application requirements.” It is also said to enable faster installation and lower cost with proven IPR standard components.
“With StackTrax, manufacturers gain a versatile tool to expand automation capabilities, increase efficiency, and reduce complexity in their operations,” the company said in the release.