Material Handling

Material Handling robots provide a cost-effective solution to increase production and transport objects that may be difficult or hazardous for human labor to perform. The robot is fitted with an end-effector that can grasp objects that need to be moved. KC Robotics has designed material handling robotic systems using both mechanical grippers and vacuum systems as end-effectors. Material Handling operations include packaging, palletizing, and moving parts.

Material Handling Robots can be mounted on the floor, ceiling or a transporter, depending on the space available and the parts to be handled. Automation is a perfect fit if the parts are heavy or awkward to handle, or if the parts are consistent in size and shape. Material Handling Robotics can be helpful when reach, consistency, safety or ergonomics is a consideration. KC Robotics designs material handling solutions using simple in-feed and out-feed conveyors, as well as complicated systems using multiple machines and several processes.

Benefits of Material Handling Robots:
Increase production
Reduce labor costs
Reduce damage to parts caused by human error
Remove employees from hazardous, tedious, or back-breaking manual labor
Reduce Workers Compensation claims

Considerations before Automating Material Handling:
The type of parts being handled
Machine tools used in the operation and how they will interface with the robot
Material flow throughout a cell and the shop-floor layout