New! AC servo axis available on more robot models | Part 2

The demands on automation continue to increase as components become more technically complex. Post-processing and assembly are now a natural part of many production flows, even where smaller robots are used. To meet these demands, you need a solution that delivers precise orientation, high accuracy and fast changeovers.

With Wemo’s AC servo axis, you gain exactly that flexibility. The ability to rotate parts in both vertical and horizontal positions provides greater freedom of movement and improved conditions in operations where precision is essential. At the same time, changeover times during tool changes are reduced, making production more efficient and easier to adapt.

Daniel Sätermark, Product Manager at Wemo, explains:

“If you visited our stand at the K trade fair in Düsseldorf, you had the opportunity to see our new AC servo axes. Following a development partnership with Yushin, we are now starting sales. AC servo technology has previously been available on our larger xLine models, but from now on it is also available on the 8-5 xDesign, 16-5 xDesign and 120 xLine.”

What distinguishes Wemo’s AC servo axis is its focus on simplicity in everyday production.

“We have chosen to integrate both hoses and electrical cabling all the way to the Quick-Lock. This results in a cleaner installation, faster tool changes and higher operational reliability. With other robot manufacturers, hose routing is often left to the customer, which is time-consuming and can, in some cases, restrict movement – for example if hoses interfere with the gripper.”

Part 2 starts here

When is traditional motion no longer sufficient?

In many applications, simpler solutions work well until requirements increase. When you need to orient a component in multiple planes, or when direction and access are critical to the final result, motion itself becomes a key factor.

With an AC servo axis, you gain control in situations where standard motion is no longer enough. This is often where the difference becomes apparent in applications such as assembly, post-processing or handling components with tight tolerances.

Programmable precision instead of manual adjustments

When working with high precision requirements, manual adjustments are both time-consuming and difficult to repeat. With an AC servo axis, motion can instead be controlled through programming.

If a tool is not perfectly aligned, or if variations in the component make the final position difficult to achieve, the AC servo axis can compensate for this within the program. This delivers a more consistent end result without the need to adjust hardware between cycles.

When the robot becomes part of the assembly process

When the robot is also used for assembly, the demands on motion change. It is no longer enough to move the component; it must be positioned at the correct angle, in the correct orientation and often in several steps.

With an AC servo axis, orientation can be controlled precisely and the motion adapted to each operation. This makes it possible to automate tasks that would otherwise require manual handling or more complex fixturing.

Predictability in cycles repeated thousands of times

In production environments where the same motion is repeated around the clock, predictability is crucial. An AC servo axis delivers smooth and repeatable motion that reduces variation between cycles.

For you, this means:

• Fewer deviations over time

• Reduced wear on peripheral equipment

• A production process that is easier to plan and optimise

Built to support the next stage of your production

As production evolves, it is an advantage to already have a solution that can meet future demands. With an AC servo axis, you can introduce new operations and higher precision without rebuilding the foundation of the system. The result is a solution that allows automation to be developed step by step, in line with changing requirements.

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