Universal Robots launches heavy-duty payload cobot for collaborative automation

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The Universal Robots UR 16e can lift 16kg

The UR16e cobot boasts an impressive 16kg payload capability, making it one of Universal Robots more beefier collaborative robots, and upping the number of potential use cases.

UR16e combines the high payload with a small footprint, reach of 900 mm and pose repeatability of +/- 0.05 mm making it ideal for automating tasks such as heavy-duty material handling, heavy-part handling and machine tending.

Developed on UR’s innovative e-Series platform, Universal Robots sties that like all its cobots, the UR16e can be unpacked, mounted and programmed to perform a task within less then an hour.

“In today’s uncertain economic climate manufacturers need to look at flexible solutions to stay competitive,” said Universal Robots president Jürgen von Hollen. “With UR16e, we meet the need for a collaborative robot that can tackle heavy-duty tasks reliably and efficiently.

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“This launch significantly expands the versatility of our product portfolio and gives manufacturers even more ways to improve performance, overcome labour challenges, and grow their business.”

The UR16e includes built-in force sensing, 17 configurable safety functions, including customisable stopping time and stopping distance, and an intuitive programming flow.


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