Incorporation, Programming and Use of an ABB Robot for the Operations of Palletizing and Despalletizing at an Academic-research Oriented Intelligent Manufacturing Cell

摘要

Because of the need of expanding the intelligence, functionalities and capabilities of an IMC at the IPSAM, in this paper the authors summarize the process of inserting, programming and using a new ABB robot (IRB 120) for the activities of palletizing and despalletizing of parts and pieces in such a cell. Together with all this, it is also presented a description of the material flow where this robot will be part of so as to better understand its role and interconnections with the remaining devices of the cell. Furthermore, through all the paper several graphics and technical specifications are also given for the sake of comprehension.