High-speed flexpicker
It describes high-speed delta (parallel-link) picking robot designed for fast, precise pick-and-place applications. The IRB 360 is mainly used in industries like food & beverage, packaging, and logistics, where it can handle rapid sorting, picking, and packing of lightweight items with very high cycle speeds and good repeatability.
Key Highlights
- High-speed parallel (delta) robot designed for ultra-fast pick-and-place operations
- Supports multiple payload and reach variants for flexible packaging line integration
- High precision with excellent repeatability for consistent sorting and assembly tasks
- Optimized for conveyor tracking and dynamic vision-guided picking applications
- Compact lightweight design enabling easy integration into existing production lines
Product Overview
The IRB 360 FlexPicker is a high-speed industrial delta robot engineered for ultra-fast and precise pick-and-place operations. Designed for demanding production environments, it delivers exceptional performance in sorting, packing, and material handling applications where speed, accuracy, and reliability are critical. The IRB 360 offers outstanding motion performance with very high acceleration and short cycle times, making it ideal for high-throughput manufacturing lines. Its flexible configuration options including multiple payload capacities, reach variants, and hygienic designs allow seamless adaptation across industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and logistics.
Key Features & Capabilities
Enterprise-grade technology designed for mission-critical operations
High-speed delta robot motion
Parallel-link mechanism enables extremely fast pick-and-place cycles for high-throughput production lines
Wide payload and reach variants
Multiple configurations available to suit different product sizes and packaging applications
Conveyor tracking capability
Synchronizes with moving conveyors for dynamic, on-the-fly product handling
Flexible integration
Supports vision systems and external controllers for advanced automation workflows
Technical Specifications
Key technical details and performance specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Robot type | High-speed parallel (delta) pick-and-place robot (IRB 360 FlexPicker family) |
| Payload capacity | Varies by variant (typically around 3-8 kg depending on model configuration) |
| Reach | Multiple arm lengths available (approximately 1130 mm to 1600 mm depending on variant) |
| Repeatability | High precision performance (typically around ±0.1 mm, depending on configuration) |
| Axis count | 4-axis parallel kinematic structure optimized for fast picking and packing applications |
| Mounting position | Can be ceiling or frame mounted for optimal workspace utilization |
| Protection rating | Industrial protection with optional hygienic and wash-down (food-grade) variants available |
| Cycle time performance | Extremely fast cycle times suitable for high-speed sorting and packaging lines (application-dependent) |
| Controller compatibility | Works with ABB IRC5 controller platform for motion control and integration |
| Application range | Designed for food & beverage, packaging, pharmaceutical, and logistics automation |
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