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Be in control with the right robot controller

01May

posted by: Barry Weller, Mitsubishi Electric

The current trend of robot control is changing with PLC-based solutions offering different benefits and opportunities over the traditional dedicated robot controllers. So, what needs to be considered when selecting the right solution for the application? Barry Weller, Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric, looks at how to determine which robot control option is best.

Whilst it may look like a relatively simple choice, selecting a robot control solution greatly influences the overall machine capabilities and ease of set-up and operation. Getting it right can help improve system flexibility, avoid compromising performance and productivity, plus simplifying commissioning for machine builders and integrators, whilst minimising changeover time for operators.

By following a few best practices and principles, users can be sure to select a control option that meets the requirements of a given application whilst maximising productivity and Return On Investment (ROI)...

Read the full article in the May issue of PBSI