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Published on 27 July 2020 · 3 min read
OMRON launches the HD-1500 mobile robot with a payload capacity of 1 500kg
InfoWeb Marketplace · Editorial teamPublished on 27 July 2020 · 3 min read
The HD-1500 expands the possibilities for professionals in the autonomous transport of heavy loads.
OMRON is launching the HD-1500, its most powerful robot to date. This new model has a payload of 1 500 kg, not only in response to the strong demand for solutions that automate material handling tasks in today's industrial environments, but also to help implement the new social distancing measures related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The HD-1500's payload capacity of 1 500 kg makes it possible to transport very bulky items on automotive assembly lines, such as chassis or loaded pallets, which are usually moved by forklifts. With the HD-1500, Omron's mobile robots, including the LD-60/90 and the LD-250, form a complementary range of models for transporting a wide variety of items, from simple parts to WIP products, including finished products and heavy materials.
To ensure efficient material handling in the factory, Omron's fleet manager (the first of its kind) makes it possible to control up to 100 mobile robots of different sizes, configurations and payload capacities from a single system, in order to automate complex material transport and logistics applications. The robots automatically calculate the optimal route, collaborate safely with personnel and avoid obstacles, without magnetic tape on the floor or other guides. The HD-1500 battery recharges in just 36 minutes and remains operational for nearly eight hours, which reduces downtime.
?On-site logistics, moving products and materials around the factory and warehouse, is a source of slowdowns for many companies because of the frequency and repetitiveness of the work, made worse by the need to comply with social distancing protocols. High-speed manufacturing environments demand speed and flexibility. Omron's HD-1500 mobile robot can help companies solve this problem, because it works 24 hours a day out of 24, tirelessly, punctually and safely, side by side with people,? said Tom Mathias, CEO of Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, Inc.
Key features of the HD-1500: Higher payload and sturdier structure: the HD-1500 can move entire pallets within manufacturing facilities, which avoids having to call on a forklift too often. Built with robust metal covers, the HD-1500 can withstand strong accidental external impacts.
Faster return on investment: the HD-1500 automates complex and dangerous tasks by reducing the use of forklifts and by safely transporting large pallets of finished products and bulky materials in the food industry, as well as basic products and chassis in the automotive sector. Employees can now focus their attention on more important tasks, which allows customers to increase loads, reduce trips by carrying heavier batches and increase return on investment. The HD-1500 literally makes it possible to cut equipment to do more work.
Customizable fleet: mobile fleets can become more diverse while remaining controlled by the same system. Omron's fleet manager makes it possible to control a diverse fleet of up to 100 mobile robots, including the HD-1500, with the same system, while benefiting from higher performance. Optimized management of vehicle traffic, battery and route makes it possible to integrate the HD-1500 into a fleet with guaranteed optimal safety, compatibility and performance.
- The battery recharges in 36 minutes for greater efficiency and less downtime.
- Safety lasers with 360° scanning to ensure flawless localization and safety.
- Optimal navigation thanks to the adaptive safety zones of LiDAR technology.
- The improved CAPS technology offers greater accuracy and better repeatability when returning to the home base.
- The fleet simulator also lets you simulate up to 10 robots, in three separate fleets.
OMRON HD-1500, a response to the demand for material handling automation solutions
OMRON is launching the HD-1500, its most powerful robot to date. This new model has a payload of 1 500 kg, not only in response to the strong demand for solutions that automate material handling tasks in today's industrial environments, but also to help implement the new social distancing measures related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The HD-1500's payload capacity of 1 500 kg makes it possible to transport very bulky items on automotive assembly lines, such as chassis or loaded pallets, which are usually moved by forklifts. With the HD-1500, Omron's mobile robots, including the LD-60/90 and the LD-250, form a complementary range of models for transporting a wide variety of items, from simple parts to WIP products, including finished products and heavy materials.
Control up to 100 robots with the Omron fleet manager
To ensure efficient material handling in the factory, Omron's fleet manager (the first of its kind) makes it possible to control up to 100 mobile robots of different sizes, configurations and payload capacities from a single system, in order to automate complex material transport and logistics applications. The robots automatically calculate the optimal route, collaborate safely with personnel and avoid obstacles, without magnetic tape on the floor or other guides. The HD-1500 battery recharges in just 36 minutes and remains operational for nearly eight hours, which reduces downtime.
?On-site logistics, moving products and materials around the factory and warehouse, is a source of slowdowns for many companies because of the frequency and repetitiveness of the work, made worse by the need to comply with social distancing protocols. High-speed manufacturing environments demand speed and flexibility. Omron's HD-1500 mobile robot can help companies solve this problem, because it works 24 hours a day out of 24, tirelessly, punctually and safely, side by side with people,? said Tom Mathias, CEO of Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, Inc.
Key features of the HD-1500: Higher payload and sturdier structure: the HD-1500 can move entire pallets within manufacturing facilities, which avoids having to call on a forklift too often. Built with robust metal covers, the HD-1500 can withstand strong accidental external impacts.
Faster return on investment: the HD-1500 automates complex and dangerous tasks by reducing the use of forklifts and by safely transporting large pallets of finished products and bulky materials in the food industry, as well as basic products and chassis in the automotive sector. Employees can now focus their attention on more important tasks, which allows customers to increase loads, reduce trips by carrying heavier batches and increase return on investment. The HD-1500 literally makes it possible to cut equipment to do more work.
Customizable fleet: mobile fleets can become more diverse while remaining controlled by the same system. Omron's fleet manager makes it possible to control a diverse fleet of up to 100 mobile robots, including the HD-1500, with the same system, while benefiting from higher performance. Optimized management of vehicle traffic, battery and route makes it possible to integrate the HD-1500 into a fleet with guaranteed optimal safety, compatibility and performance.
Other features of the OMRON HD-1500 mobile robot:
- The battery recharges in 36 minutes for greater efficiency and less downtime.
- Safety lasers with 360° scanning to ensure flawless localization and safety.
- Optimal navigation thanks to the adaptive safety zones of LiDAR technology.
- The improved CAPS technology offers greater accuracy and better repeatability when returning to the home base.
- The fleet simulator also lets you simulate up to 10 robots, in three separate fleets.