Application
Robot unloads mixed-case pallets using 3D vision
Challenge
Automating the unloading of random cartons in a fenceless, flexible work environment.
Solution
1) Pallet is brought to robot station.
2) 3D camera identifies next carton to be picked, sends instructions to robot.
3) Robot picks cases and places onto conveyor.
3) Operator removes empty pallet and restarts cycle.
Benefits
Greatly reduces repetitive strain of manual pallet unloading. Smart series robot accommodates operator involvement with collaborative safety features. Photoneo 3D camera suite can be trained to identify different SKUs and pick locations. Simple vacuum gripper can pick from most flat surfaces with 12kg payload capacity.