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Robot architecture
SCARA robots combine fast planar motion with a compact footprint for suitable pick, orient, assemble and place tasks. We assess reach, payload, inertia, vertical stroke, tool access and vision timing against the full cycle.
SCARA platforms are often effective where the task is predominantly horizontal, placement is from above and the required orientation can be achieved about the vertical axis.
Robot payload must include the gripper, adapters, sensors, services and product. Acceleration limits and inertia can be as important as the nominal mass.
System sequence
Every stage is tested against the product, timing, interfaces and agreed response.
Confirm every pick, safe approach and placement position.
Include tooling, services, product and dynamic inertia.
Model vision, travel, grip, settle and release time.
Connect fixtures, guarding, controls and recovery.
Typical applications
Final suitability and performance are confirmed only after review of the complete production application.
Application questions
These answers provide a starting point. Product trials and line data determine the project specification.
A SCARA can be attractive when the task is largely planar, the access is from above and compact high-speed motion is the priority. A six-axis robot offers more orientation and approach freedom.
Yes on suitable platforms. The full solution requires encoder feedback, product queueing, calibrated coordinates and sufficient pick time within the robot envelope.
Yes. Vision can guide the pick, verify the product before handling or inspect the part at a controlled station within the cycle.
Connected capabilities
Explore the technologies that commonly work with this application.
Start with the production task
Use the project brief form, or email product photos or video with the target output, current layout and required decision. We will define the next technical step.