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Robotic systems
Flexible parts management
– fully integrated

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At a glance
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Made by ARBURG – Made in Germany: the mark
of quality and performance.
The greatest advantage of our complete
ALLROUNDER and robotic system solu-
tion is perfectly co-ordinated and fully
integrated technology. A production
unit of this type not only allows you
to produce moulded parts trouble-free,
but also to load inserts and remove fin-
ished articles, separate sprues, carefully
move and set down parts without qual-
ity impairment as required, for exam-
ple, by downstream processing or pack-
aging processes. As one of the world’s
largest injection moulding machine
manufacturers, ARBURG not only builds
production units of this type, but also
commissions them and provides com-
prehensive support precisely when you
require these services.
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Plug and work: rapid production readiness through complete solutions.
1 Made by ARBURG –
Made in Germany
The same applies to the robotic technology
as to the ALLROUNDER injection moulding
technology known to our customers:
“Made by ARBURG – Made in Germany”
stands for modern robotic systems promis-
ing ARBURG’s customary quality and perfor-
mance. The robust and low-maintenance
technology provides for a long service life
and maximum availability. All the ARBURG
robotic systems are cost-efficient thanks to
their low set-up requirements and short
intervention times. Add to this a world-wide
service by trained specialist personnel, who
are available everywhere at short notice.
2 Plug and work
At ARBURG, injection moulding machines
and robotic systems form a complete pro-
duction unit, which, together with the ma-
chine guarding, is CE-certified. The result of
such an integrated approach is a system
which is rapidly production-ready in a
space-optimised design, for example with-
out guarding on the rear of the machine.
Fully functional and problem-free from the
very first day. The advantages are unrivalled:
a single point of contact from design to de-
livery. As a main contractor, ARBURG guar-
antees perfectly co-ordinated mechanical
and electric interfaces and ensures optimum
safety features.
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Integration capability: common control system for Flexibility: individually adapted to every Energy efficiency: servo motor energy recovery
ALLROUNDER and robotic system. handling task. during braking.

3 Integration capability
4 Flexibility
5 Energy efficiency
ALLROUNDER machines and robotic systems ARBURG robotic technology can be selected The high efficiency of the servo-electric
are jointly operated via our central and precisely adapted to the relevant hand­ drives for the movement axes (main axes)
SELOGICA machine control system. This has ling task. This is guaranteed by the wide and servo-motor energy recovery during
the following advantages: product range and the fact that axes, axis braking ensure energy-efficient operation of
• single operating system with graphic se- lengths and axis drives can be combined as the robotic systems. Further beneficial fac-
quence programming and low training required. Numerous gripper connection op- tors for low-energy consumption include:
requirements tions are also available, making possible • consistent lightweight design
• one control system, one set of adjust- every individual insertion and removal task. • individual configuration options for
ments, one data record – no adaptation Only in this way can reliable, fast and/or the axes
required particularly gentle parts handling be • freely-programmable simultaneous
• short set-up times thanks to intuitive achieved. movements
teach-in functions
• significantly higher functionality com-
pared to EUROMAP connection
• unrestricted synchronisation of robot and
machine movements
Only in this way can complete integration
be successfully combined with maximum
operating convenience.

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Modular product concept

Entry from ...

ALLROUNDER size

weight [kg]
Handling
Robotic system Electric Hybrid Hydraulic Vertical
GOLDEN
A E H S V T
EDITION

INTEGRALPICKER V 1 270-570 370-570 270-570 170-570 270-570

MULTILIFT H 5 270-920 370-570 270-920 270-920 270-570

MULTILIFT SELECT 6-25 270-920 370-570 270-920 270-920 270-570

MULTILIFT V 6-25 270-920 370-570 270-920 270-920 270-570 175-375 1200-1800

Six-axis robotic system 6-60 270-920 370-570 270-920 270-920 175-375 1200-1800

Modularity is the distinguishing fea- Flexible robotics

ture of our unique injection moulding
technology. This principle of course also
applies to the ARBURG robotic system.
The right application for your tasks,
technically sophisticated and economi-
cally viable. This is modularity at its best.

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 1 Flexible robotics
The broad product range of robotic systems
that can enter the mould horizontally and
vertically ensures that the right solution can
be found for every application. Numerous
possible combinations of axes, axis lengths
and axis drives guarantee a high degree of
flexibility. The movement axes (main axes)
of the robotic system are servo-electrically
driven and can be moved simultaneously,
rapidly and with a high degree of repeat
accuracy. This enables moulded parts to be
removed and set down quickly and reliably.
Inserts are picked up and positioned in the
mould precisely and conveniently. Internal
absolute position measurement ensures
that positions are reliably determined
and dispenses with the need to travel to
reference positions. Since the servo-electric
axes do not have to be recalibrated after
a production changeover, there are fewer
sources of error and shorter downtimes.
2 The SELOGICA control system
The intuitive graphic user interface
of the SELOGICA machine control system
has been proven thousandfold: a common
technical management system for injection
moulding machine and robotic system.
Ready for operation immediately. Nothing
needs to be programmed; harmonisation of
the injection moulding machine and robotic
system can be completely dispensed with.
There is no simpler, more central way to
achieve demanding control tasks.
The SELOGICA control system
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Efficient: INTEGRALPICKER V
1 Reliable sprue removal
The INTEGRALPICKER V allows low-cost
entry into the world of automated removal.
It enters the mould vertically and impresses
thanks to its high-performance drive tech-
nology with three servo-electric movement
axes. Set-up work is minimal in the case
of order changes. This ensures operator-
friendly working with few sources of error.
Dynamic: accelerated entry axis at up to 20 m/s².
2 Short access times
Further important features of the
INTEGRALPICKER V include freely-program-
mable machine movements, as well as high
dynamics, repeat accuracy and energy
efficiency. Any number of axis positions, for
example intermediate stops, can be pro-
grammed. Simultaneous, stroke-dependent
movements are possible both in terms of
the robotic system and between the robotic
and machine sequences. The entry axis,

Simple, fast, reliable: these are the

characteristics of our efficient picker
solution. It is ideal for sprue removal,
for example. Thanks to numerous opti-
ons, the vertical INTEGRALPICKER V
pickers are optimally adaptable to any
removal task in your plant. They fea-
ture a compact, space-saving design,
permitting unhindered installation of
the mould from above. Pick-up times
remain effectively short.

Reliable sprue removal

Short access times

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 for example, can be started while the
mould is opening and the removal and
ejection movements can be synchro-
nised. Cycle times are reduced
significantly as a result.
3 Sophisticated overall concept
3 Sophisticated overall concept
The combination of injection moulding
machine and robotic system forms a com-
pact, CE-certified production unit. The ejec-
tion chute, for example, is integrated directly
in the guard. SELOGICA controls everything
centrally. Simple teach-in of the axis move-
ments keep set-up times conveniently short.
Numerous options, such as different gripper
jaws, are also available.
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High performance: the horizontal MULTILIFT H
1 Low overall height
Ideal for low-ceiling factories: horizontal
entry into the mould from the rear of the
machine provides free space above the
clamping unit for mould installation. The
MULTILIFT H is ideally suited to clean room
applications, vertical injection into the part-
ing line as in multi-component injection
moulding and for mounting vertically oper-
ating peripherals on the clamping unit.

Flexible use: ideal for multi-component applications.

Designed for simple, gentle part removal Low overall height Wide range of options
and set-down: our MULTILIFT H excels
by means of short action times and
high process reliability in comparison
with free-fall demoulding. Your pro­
duction process runs failure-free and
high availability of the entire system
is ensured.
The rapid movements of the MULTILIFT H
are further enhanced by their seamless
integration in a modern control system.
Various versions and equipment packages
enable problem-free and precise con- 1
figuration to individual handling tasks.

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 2 Rapid, reliable part removal
Fast movements thanks to minimal moving
masses, short action times and low energy
requirement are features achieved by the
basic equipment version with just one
servo-electric axis of motion and one pneu-
matic gripper axis. The pick-up and set-
down position can be freely programmed.
The result is gentle part removal and an
interruption-free production sequence.
Rapid, reliable part removal
3 Wide range of options
An additional pneumatic axis for swivelling
the gripper by 90° outside the machine re-
duces the footprint. For particularly gentle
removal of finished parts simultaneously
with ejector, the MULTILIFT H can also be
equipped with an additional servo-electric
movement axis. An additional pneumatic
gripper axis increases flexibility of the part
handling system during demoulding and
set-down.
Modular expansion: pneumatic gripper axis for
demoulding and set-down stroke.
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Compact: the vertical MULTILIFT SELECT
1 Pre-configured robotic technology
At ARBURG, the classic robotic system with
vertical entry into the mould is called the
MULTILIFT SELECT. This is also suitable for
trouble-free retrofitting. This technology is
pre-configured according to the machine size
and the axis lengths are appropriately coordi-
nated and compact. Particularly in the case
of this robotic system, these and other con-
sistent standardisation assemblies result in an
extremely attractive price/performance ratio.
Space-saving: complete, CE-certified
production unit.
2 Flexible part set-down
The MULTILIFT SELECT features high-quality
basic equipment for precise part handling.
Three servo-electric movement axes and
one pneumatic gripper axis permit freely
programmable pick-up and set-down pat-
terns. Gripper changing is fast and conveni-
ent thanks to standardised adapter platens
with rapid-release couplings and compact
connectors.

Ideal for complex handling tasks with

pick-up and set-down patterns: with
its sophisticated technology and low
purchase price, our MULTILIFT SELECT
offers a particularly economical
combination. Optimal, consistently
standardised robotic technology:
adapted and pre-configured to suit
every machine size, at an extremely
attractive price/performance ratio.
Compact axis lengths reduce your space
requirements to a minimum. The ad-
dition of a conveyor belt and safety
enclosure transforms the ALLROUNDER
and robotic system into a complete,
CE-certified production unit.

Pre-configured
robotic technology

Flexible part set-down

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 3 Practice-oriented options
An additional gripper axis for separate sprue
removal or setting down the finished parts
in various rotational positions increases the
flexibility of the part handling system. The
MULTILIFT SELECT can be further up-
graded by a conveyor belt and safety
enclosure together with the appropriate
machine to form a complete CE certified
production unit.

Special design: simultaneous moulded part and

sprue removal.

Practice-oriented options

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Versatile: the vertical MULTILIFT V
1 Large working area
The MULTILIFT SELECT provides the techni-
cal basis for the MULTILIFT V. Here, vertical
entry into the mould can be adapted indi-
vidually by means of generously propor-
tioned, variable axis lengths. The result is a
large, rectangular operating zone, which
enables peripheral devices to be easily posi-
tioned and incorporated. The MULTILIFT V is
therefore ideal for complex applications.
2 Flexible part set-down
The basic equipment for precise part han-
dling is of the customary ARBURG high
quality: it comprises three servo-electric
movement axes and a pneumatic gripper
axis. Pick-up and set-down patterns can be
freely programmed. The offering is rounded
off by extensive gripper connection options
and numerous mould and gripper technol-
ogy solutions.

Wide range of applications: designed for use

with a vertical injection unit.

A generous working area makes it ideal

Large working area Made-to-measure
for integration in complex production
cells: our MULTILIFT V is an impressively
options
versatile robotic system. It is based
on the MULTILIFT SELECT and features
a variety of designs and handling
weights. Both inserts and moulded 4
parts can be moved easily and with
maximum precision. Made-to-measure
options allow precise adaptation to all
your handling tasks.

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 3 Different designs The transverse design above the moving
The standard transverse design above the mounting platen and the longitudinal
fixed mould mounting platen excels with its installation offer vertical injection into the
short travel distances parting line, as required for multi-compo-
and cycle times, as nent injection moulding. As the space
as well as a gener- above the clamping unit can also be
ously proportioned utilised in the longitudinal installa-
ope­rating zone. tion, the footprint remains com-
pact. Furthermore, this alternative
permits optimum access to the
mould from all sides.
Flexible part
set-down
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4 Made-to-measure options
The equipment can be expanded in a
modular fashion. The dynamic vertical axis
enables even shorter mould-entry times.
The vertical axis in telescopic version per-
mits a lower overall height. An additional
gripper axis can set down finished parts in
different rotational positions. All these op-
tions produce perfect conditions for high
performance, practice-oriented operation.
Different designs
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Flexible: six-axis robotic system with SELOGICA us
1 Single programming system
ARBURG offers the SELOGICA-oriented
programming solution for six-axis robotic
systems as a plug-and-work package.
Consequently, the key benefits of the
typical ARBURG sequence programming
via graphic symbols are also available for
robotic systems. Installation technicians
can program the good and bad part set-
down or set-down patterns in the familiar
Photo: KUKA Roboter GmbH
SELOGICA operating environment.
Effective: SELOGICA user interface for
Kuka control system.
A significantly higher degree of functional-
ity is demonstrated:
• for example when moving to home
position
• when separating random samples,
good and reject parts
• when creating individual processes
for the first or last cycle
The complete production unit requires only
one data record.

Perfectly suited for complex handling

tasks: six axis robotic systems are char-
acterised by a high degree of flexibility,
a compact design and a small footprint.
In the past, however, programming was
extremely laborious and required spe-
cial expertise. With the implementation
of our SELOGICA user interface in the
control system of Kuka robotic systems,
we have broken completely new ground.
With this intuitive programming system,
you can now configure even complex
movement sequences independently.
You become independent of service
providers and your training and set-up
requirements are reduced. Extended
communication between the SELOGICA Standardised programming system 1
and the robotic system ensures shorter
cycle times and greater availability. In
short: the use of a six-axis robotic sys-
tem is rendered more efficient, making
it attractive for your company.

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er interface
2 Central operation
The robotic sequences are programmed us-
ing a separate manual operating unit. All
other actions, such as changing operating
modes, stopping and starting production or
acknowledging alarms can be conveniently
managed from the SELOGICA control
panel. Restarting following an interruption
for example, poses no problem.
Central operation
3 Advanced parts handling
The six-axis robotic system enables excep-
tionally flexible parts handling, enabling, for
example, problem-free contour finishing of
moulded parts. As a plug-and-work pack-
age solution, it also permits easy retrofit-
ting. The compact design is suitable for
low-ceiling factories, interlinked machines
and clean rooms.
Robotic cell: compact and flexible automation
Advanced parts
handling
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Freely programmable: the SELOGICA control system
1 Interactive teach-in
The necessary robotic system movements
only need to be executed and confirmed in
succession. All the parameter entries, as
well as creation of the robotic sequence and
its integration into the machine sequence
are undertaken by the SELOGICA control
system. Configuration of the basic position
sequence and the working areas can also
be performed conveniently via the human/
machine dialogue.
User-friendly: simultaneous monitoring of robot
and machine sequence.
2 Flexible AMS
The mobile ARBURG Mobile SELOGICA
(AMS) control panel has been specially de-
veloped for ALLROUNDERs with robotic sys-
tems. Its user interface and functionality are
identical to that of the SELOGICA control
system, enabling the complete production
unit to be operated via the AMS. Operation
via hardware keys ensures a high level of
operational reliability. AMS can be used for
several robotic systems.

Maintaining control over sophisticated

ARBURG Mobile SELOGICA (AMS)
machine, mould and robotic technol-
ogy is the domain of SELOGICA. With
this universal setting and monitoring
system, you can quickly set up both
simple and complex injection moulding
processes, operate them intuitively and
perform reliable optimisation. In other
words: central management. All techni-
cal features of SELOGICA are designed
to make the overall injection moulding
process quick, safe and convenient.
Consequently, the robotic systems are
fully integrated. In other words, one
control system, one operating philoso-
phy, one data record. You benefit from
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decisive competitive advantages: low
training requirements, short set-up
times, maximum flexibility for your
application and high productivity.

Further information:
SELOGICA control system brochure

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3 Individual process control
Robot and machine movements can be syn-
chronised to perfection as the robotic sys-
tem is treated as an additional machine
axis. All robotic sequences can thus be set
up simply, quickly and conveniently in the
customary manner. All processes can
be programmed independently of
the machine or mould movements.
The ideal removal solution can be
freely configured according to the
Interactive teach-in
Individual process
control
Flexible AMS
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application and cycle time reductions are
achieved through simultaneous and stroke-
dependent movements. The X-axis, for ex-
ample, can be moved simultaneously with
the ejector or the Y-axis started during
mould opening.
The SELOGICA control system
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Highlights
• Control centre for the entire injection
moulding technology
• Convenient sequence programming
with graphic symbols
• Real-time plausibility checks
• Common data record for the complete
production unit
• Interactive teach-in functions
• Synchronisation of robotic and
machine movements
• ARBURG Mobile SELOGICA (AMS)
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Application examples
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Customised: tailored automated production solutions from a single source.
The high flexibility of our combination
of ALLROUNDERs and robotic systems
covers all your individual applications
to perfection. Our universal handling
technology shortens amortisation
periods for investments ensuring cost-
efficient operation in the short term
for you. As a main contractor, we also
manage complete turnkey projects,
from planning through implementation
to commissioning and service. In other
words, the ARBURG specialists take care
of the entire engineering process and
combine stringent project management
with full system integration.
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Synchronised: mould and removal movements.
1 Turnkey projects
2 Gentle part removal
The combination of ALLROUNDERs and ro- In contrast to free-fall demoulding, ARBURG
botic systems forms the basis for complete robotic systems promise reliable, gentle and
production cells, which are developed by fast removal of different moulded parts.
the ARBURG project department together Robot and machine movements can be syn-
with the customer. Complemented with the chronised: the MULTILIFT can enter the
relevant peripherals, all upstream and mould as it is opening, for example, which
downstream production steps in the injec- effectively shortens cycle times. Alterna-
tion moulding process are automated. tively, the robotic system and ejector can
Alternatives are always conceivable owing move synchronously to achieve especially
to the modular product range. The compre- gentle removal or enable more complex
hensive ARBURG know-how, including ap- demoulding processes.
plication and machine technology, is availa-
ble in the search for the best possible solu-
tion. The service range available from
ARBURG extends from support during the
moulded part and mould design process,
through to complete configuration, assembly
and commissioning of the individual compo-
nents and installation at the owner’s prem-
ises, including all the necessary services.
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High degree of operating convenience:
various random sampling functions.
3 Reliable separation
With the ARBURG robotic systems, the sep-
aration of sprues, random samples and re-
jects is also possible and entails no interrup-
tions to production. A special random sam-
pling function in the SELOGICA machine
control system enables separation according
to time, number of units, or at the push of a
button. All this can also be synchronised
with the job counter for good parts.
Task
Remove finished parts/sprue
Remove finished with function/force
Separate finished part
Stack finished part / set down parts in pattern
Turn over finished part / overhead handling
Pick up insert
Pick up insert from pattern
Individual positioning of insert
Incorporation of further operations
Linking of machines
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Flexible: free programming of different pick-up
and set-down patterns.
4 Flexible palletising
The free programming of a variety of pick-
up and set-down patterns can also be
achieved with ease, for example with the
vertical MULTILIFT robotic systems. Set-
down may be carried out with or without
intermediate layers. Programming is accom-
plished easily and reliably using the
SELOGICA machine control system, effi-
ciently reducing set-up times.
INTEGRALPICKER
V H
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Practical: perfectly harmonised robotic technology
and insertion tasks.
5 Precise insertion
Thanks to the broad range of robotic sys-
tems that ARBURG can offer its customers,
modular and individually adaptable hand­
ling solutions can always be achieved in
combination with ALLROUNDER injection
moulding technology. The advantage:
customers are only supplied with precisely
the robotic technology that they actually
require for their particular handling tasks.
MULTILIFT Six-axis robotic
SELECT V system
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