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NEWS & EVENTS

MEDIUM TO HEAVY PARTS HANDLING?

PRODUCT INFO

 The benchmark is OMIL. Read more on their solutions for your business in this month's newsletter: https://conta.cc/3Us9fds

LOOKING FORWARD TO HELPING YOU FIND YOUR AUTOMATION SOLUTION! 

UPCOMING EVENT

Automate is less than a month away - we can't wait to see you!


Check out all the details in this month's newsletter: https://conta.cc/49C2wDC

 

WE'RE HIRING!

COMPANY NEWS

Are you a sales rockstar ready to take on new challenges? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Account Executive in the Great Lakes Region to join our team at Essential Robot Products Inc.!

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at building client relationships, and have a passion for driving business growth, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and unleash your potential as our newest Account Executive!

Michigan Applicants: https://lnkd.in/e9rktJuT

Ohio Applicants: https://lnkd.in/eiMhjufm

GOT HEAVY PRODUCTS?

PRODUCT INFO

Handling large, bagged, and netted products is a perfect job for SoftGripping’s GorillaFinger softgrippers. Find out why GorillaFingers are perfect for gentle handling of all goods, even for weights up to 5 kg… 

 

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WE'RE DEVELOPING SOLUTIONS FOR THE FUTURE

PRODUCT INFO

Essential Robot Product is excited to add SMW-electronics to our innovative products and solutions line-up. Learn more about the cutting edge inductive couplings for power and signal passthrough, as well as a robust offering of Mechatronic gripping and clamping technologies, and so much more! 

 

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DEPENDABLE SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS

PRODUCT INFO

Essential Robot Products is a proud distribution partner and manufacturing representative for leading edge robotic, safety, and automation technology companies. Learn more about our diverse product offering in this month's newsletter:  https://conta.cc/3RaRe1D

 

WELCOME AUTOROTOR TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP 

PRODUCT NEWS

For over 40 years Autorotor has specialized in the construction of Rotary Tables, Rotary Rings, Precision Indexing Conveyors, as well as Manipulators and other Precision Machine Components that support a wide variety of industrial automation and assembly operations. 
Autorotor’s highly specialized team delivers high-quality, standard, as well as customized rotary and linear indexing solutions to solve the challenges of your project’s specific needs.

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COMPLETE DRESSING FOR YOUR ROBOT

PRODUCT INFO

As a leading supplier of peripheral equipment for industrial robots, RSP provides a wide range of units to completely dress your robot according to any application demands. We provide everything from end-of-arm units to hose packages, valve units and other components.

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ONE CONNECTION - 1000 POSSIBILITIES

PRODUCT INFO

The new GRIP SHW Connector is more versatile than ever before! The SHW Connector has gained more flexibility thanks to the addition of integrated pneumatic feedthroughs.

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THERE'S STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR AME!

UPCOMING EVENT

We are thrilled to announce that Jason Wobbema of Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions will be joining us at our booth this year. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet and engage with an expert in the machine guarding industry!

August 9th & 10th  |  Devos Place, Grand Rapids, MI 

Wednesday 8-4, Thursday 8-2:30  |  Booth # 925

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VERSATILITY TO THE MAXIMUM

PRODUCT INFO

As robotic technology continues to advance, there is a growing demand for more flexible and versatile robotic grippers. SoftGrippers are quickly becoming an essential tool in the field of robotics, especially in applications where precision and safety are a top priority. 

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JOIN US AT AME 2023

UPCOMING EVENT

Join us for a few days of fun and learning at the Advanced Manufacturing Expo. Not only will you be able to learn from the best leaders, but you will be able to take a deep dive about the diverse technology that is available to help advance your business. Our CEO, Josh Haag, will be speaking on our behalf, which is an event you don’t want to miss!

August 9th & 10th  |  Devos Place, Grand Rapids, MI 

Wednesday 8-4, Thursday 8-2:30  |  Booth # 925

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AUTOMATE IS ALMOST HERE

UPCOMING EVENT

No matter your industry or level of expertise, Automate is an invaluable opportunity to learn the ins and outs of automation.

 

Get all the details in our latest email:

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CONNECT. GRIP. FEED.

PRODUCT INFO

Did you miss our latest email?
Get your GRIP on!

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TOOL CHANGERS BY ROBOT SYSTEM PRODUCTS

PRODUCT INFO

Robot System Products tool changers are designed to maximize the flexibility and reliability of your robot fleet. Robustness and high safety are combined with low weight and compactness. Depending on model and options, electrical signals, weld and servo power, data, water and compressed air are transferred from the robot side to the tool...

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NORTH AMERICA'S LEADING AUTOMATION SHOWCASE

UPCOMING EVENT

Join us and 600+ other exhibitors in Detroit!

Automate 2023 is one of the most exciting chances of the year to see our automation in person. Not to mention, you'll get the chance to meet our in-house experts and uncover how the technology could help solve your specific challenges, both today's and tomorrow's.

 

• May 22nd – 25th

• Huntington Place Convention Center

• Detroit, Michigan

• Booths: 3540 & 3400​

REGISTER FOR FREE

THE COMPLETE SAFETY SOLUTION

PRODUCT INFO

Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions believes keeping your people and your equipment safe should be simple. Here are some advantages of working with AMGS:

 

  • Quick connect panel to post system with pre-attached panel hardware 

  • Standard heights and widths, as well as custom panels via on-line configurator 

  • Custom Powder Coat colors available 

  • Post leveling features integrated into all Standard, Heavy-duty, and Adjustable leveling posts 

  • Single, Double-hinged, and Sliding door options 

  • Pre-mounted Fortress door interlocks, push button clusters, as well as custom hardware mounting solutions, and several light curtain mounts options.

  • Competitively priced 

  • Quick lead-times

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LINEAR ROBOTICS: Versatile. Scalable. Simple.

PRODUCT INFO

There are many applications where an articulated arm Robot needs to move an additional axis to extend the reach or provide higher levels of flexibility. Macron Dynamics offers this “7th axis” capability with our RTU, Robot Transport Unit. Using a novel, flexible belt based “rack and pinion” design and structural aluminum MacFRAME components, our transport units can meet a wide variety lengths and payloads.

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INCREASE YOUR ROBOT'S FLEXIBILITY WITH CiRo

PRODUCT INFO

Cables and hoses are often the main factors limiting robot movement, frequently causing unpredictable production stops. CiRo is a cost-effective solution to achieve the flexibility of internal cabling. Hoses and cables for air, signals and power can be selected according to the requirements of the application. Axis 6 can rotate with extended freedom.

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ROBOTIC GRIPPERS FOR PROTEIN HANDLING

PRODUCT INFO

Protein handling is one of the common applications automated with SoftGrippers. A gripper that is optimized for the particular protein being handled means a more precise grip, less variation in picking and placement, and most importantly, less chance of handling errors!
Let's dive deeper into the most common cases and discuss what gripper to use in each case...

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DISCOVER WHAT FLEXIBILITY IN FEEDING MEANS

PRODUCT INFO

FlexFactory's feeder solutions add a new dimension to automated production systems: they precisely provide parts with high performance and enable product change overs in the shortest time possible. And all this with a small footprint and conceivably simple handling. 
 

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LEADERSHIP. NETWORKING. RESOURCES. TECHNOLOGY.

UPCOMING EVENT

Join us at this years Advanced Manufacturing Expo. Not only will you meet leaders in the manufacturing world, but you'll walk away with real valuable and actionable information within the manufacturing sector. 

August 11th & 12th  |  Devos Place, Grand Rapids, MI 

Thursday 8-4, Friday 8-2:30  |  Booth # 823

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GET A SOFTER GRIP!

PRODUCT NEWS

Take a look at all the ways SoftGripping can be your automation solution. 

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WELCOME AMGS TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP 

PRODUCT NEWS

Get MORE from your machine guarding supplier with Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions!

- Made in the USA

- Easy to Assemble

- Customizable

- Engineered safety solutions for your automation equipment

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NEW PATENTED SAFETY SOLUTION FOR ROBOTIC TOOL CHANGERS

RECENT NEWS

The RSP smart tool changer unit with integrated safety is now patented in both the US and Europe, among several other countries! RSP's unique and patented solution provides a complete function for safe tool changing integrated in the actual tool changer. This means that the robot controller doesn’t have to be modified with safety relays etc. to ensure all safety regulations of a modern robot applications are fulfilled. 

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WELCOME GLIDE-LINE TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

PRODUCT INFO

Conveyor system manufacturing made easy with our newest supplier Glide-Line. Essential Robot Products is excited to be the exclusive
Glide-Line manufacture representative for the state of Michigan!

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SOFTGRIPPING: EXCITING UPGRADES AND NEW PRODUCTS

PRODUCT INFO

Upgraded pneumatics, product lines and materials! Learn more about the new and improved SoftGripping experience.

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WELCOME JOULIN TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

RECENT NEWS

For more than 60 years, JOULIN, a family-owned business, has been constantly innovating in vacuum handling. Whether you are picking a complete layer, partial layer or single part, the JOULIN foam gripper automatically senses and closes the check valves in areas without product, allowing the same gripper to be used with no additional set up or re-programming. From grippers to complete turn-key vacuum handling systems, Joulin is flexible and offers a quick response to supply the best solution for you. 

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CONNECT. GRIP. FEED.

PRODUCT INFO

Get your GRIP on with GRIP GMBH's innovative and solution driven technology.

EXPLORE THE PRODUCT LINE

THE ASSEMBLY SHOW: OCT 26 - OCT 28

UPCOMING EVENT

Each year The ASSEMBLY Show brings together thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest assembly technology equipment and products. During this event participants uncover new resources, evaluate the latest technologies and products, learn from industry experts and connect with experienced professionals.

 

Find us at BOOTH 1305 where we will be showcasing our

FlexFactory flexible feeders for parts of any shape and size!

LEARN MORE & REGISTER

NEED TOTAL FLEXIBILTY?

PRODUCT INFO

FlexFactory's intelligent bulk parts feeding for all robots and applications is the answer for you. Anyfeed™ is a range of programmable bulk parts feeders and vision-based solutions for parts of all shapes and sizes.

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2021 ADVANCED MANUFACTURING EXPO

UPCOMING EVENT

200+ EXHIBITORS, 4 AREAS OF EXPERTISE. FREE ADMISSION! 

 

Join us at this years Advanced Manufacturing Expo. Not only will you meet leaders in the manufacturing world, but you'll walk away with real valuable and actionable information within the manufacturing sector.

🗓 August 26th & 27th  📍 Devos Place, Grand Rapids, MI  🔎  Booth # 500

LEARN MORE & REGISTER

END OF ARM TOOLING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY NEED

PRODUCT INFO

Did you miss our latest email? Check out our diverse selection of end of arm tooling solutions!

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WELCOME SOFTGRIPPING TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

RECENT NEWS

Build your own individual Gripper or Multi-Actuator system with SoftGripping. These pneumatically powered elastic Gripper allow for
an elegant and lightweight, yet robust design. The soft and adaptive surface is ideal for skidproof gripping, handling, and safe collaboration with humans.

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AUTOMATE FORWARD >>

UPCOMING EVENT

Automation is the key to not just getting through these difficult times, but to growing during them! With more than 80 speakers reviewing robotics, machine vision, motion control, artificial intelligence, and smart automation technologies, Automate Forward is the event to participate in to learn how to reach and exceed your goals.

 

Join us March 22-26 for this FREE virtual event and learn how automation will help you move forward!

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WELCOME GRIP TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

RECENT NEWS

GRIP offers planning, design, production, testing and distribution of products in the field of handling technology with expertise in the areas of gripper technology, manual tool changers, and robot periphery. Essential Robot Products is proud to be the very first distributor within the United States for GRIP.

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NEW RSP TOOL SYSTEMS ADD-IN FOR ROBOTSTUDIO

RECENT NEWS

Did you catch our latest newsletter featuring the launch of the RSP tool systems add-in for RobotStudio?

FIND IT HERE

 

RSP HELPS CUSTOMIZE ROBOTS TO YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS

PRODUCT INFO

RSP Tool Systems for ID-robots is another great way of improving flexibility on robots that are already very flexible. Complete plug-and-play solutions are available for both ABB, Fanuc and Motoman ID-robots. 

SEE THE VIDEO

 

RSP's COMPLETE ROBOTIC TOOL SYSTEMS

PRODUCT INFO

Save time and effort in your automation process with RSP’s plug-n-play Tool Systems. Adapted to your robot, these Tool Systems ready your robot for automation tasks.

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SIMPLIFY SAFETY FOR YOUR COMPANY

PRODUCT INFO

HOLDX R Series of Safe Process Locks by Safety System Products; The new generation of magnetic process locks! Innovative and intelligent, the HOLDX R combines a contactless RFID safety sensor with an intelligent electric magnet within a single device. With this combination, consisting of safe status monitoring and process lock, the HOLDX RS and HOLDX L are universally usable.

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GOING THE DISTANCE WITH MACRON DYNAMICS

PRODUCT INFO

Integrating complex automated manufacturing processes can present unique challenges, especially when the size and weight of payloads are heavy and the work envelope is large.

Find out how Macron Dynamics solved this problem for a leading outdoor equipment manufacturer by creating a sophisticated solution for a flexible work cell with a MacBuilt MCS Heavy Duty Cartesian Gantry System.

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INCREASE YOUR ROBOT'S FLEXIBILITY WITH THE NEW CiRo XL

NEW PRODUCT INFO

Cables and hoses are often the main factors limiting robot movement, frequently causing unpredictable production stops. CiRo is a cost-effective solution to achieve the flexibility of internal cabling. Hoses and cables for air, signals and power can be selected according to the requirements of the application. Axis 6 can rotate with extended freedom.

LEARN MORE

 

SEE IT IN ACTION!

RECENT NEWS

Check out this video of a robotic brake press tending for an agriculture equipment manufacture integrated by our customer, Midwest Engineered Systems.

 

Reach out to us to see how you can improve throughput, improve product quality, and slash robotic programing times with our products.

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RSP PLUG & PLAY SOLUTION FOR ROBOTIC AUTOMATION

PRODUCT INFO

By combining standard elements from our product palette, a complete tool system can be customized for your specific needs. When used together with our swivel tool changer, you benefit from a lean robot suitable for different applications. Spend your time on the application, and not the robot.

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ERP EMAIL: MACRON DYNAMICS - NEW ROBOT TRANSPORT UNITS

PRODUCT INFO

Whether you need to extend the work envelope for a small Yaskawa MotoMini, or something bigger like the FANUC M-710 Series (or anything in between) Macron Dynamics’ Robotic Transport Units can increase the capabilities and productivity potential for your industrial robots.

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TAKE A PEEK INTO RSP'S AUTOMATION IN USE

RECENT NEWS

Check out this video of RSP’s automation technology being used in a HUGE way - the NYC subway system - which impacts over 4 million people a day! 

 

Read more at www.reliabotics.com or contact us to see how automation could make a huge impact on your business.

VIEW THE VIDEO

 

WELCOME FLEXFACTORY TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

RECENT NEWS

ESSENTIAL Robot Products is excited to announce FLEXFACTORY as our newest supplier! Flexfactory ag is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of flexible, programmable feeding systems for bulk material. The highly skilled and committed team at flexfactory aims to revolutionize feeding technology and supply cost-effective solutions. The unique technology offered by flexfactory brings a whole new dimension to automatic production systems.

VIEW FLEXFACTORY'S FULL RANGE OF FEEDERS & VISION SYSTEMS

 

ATX WEST 2020

UPCOMING EVENT

FEBRUARY 11-13, 2020

ANAHEIM

CONVENTION CENTER 

ANAHEIM, CA

The industrial robotics market is tracking toward $71 billion by 2023, but what does it look like for your specific field? Get answers when
you meet robotics experts in motion control, motors and drives, sensors and detectors, machine components, and more. Pedro Moschioni of Robot System Products will be in the Futura Automation

Booth #4481 to help answer any questions you may have!

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ONROBOT - NEW GENERATION PRODUCTS! ONE SYSTEM, ZERO COMPLEXITY.

NEW PRODUCT INFO

OnRobot continues to drive its mission of making robotic applications faster and easier to implement with a unified mechanical and electrical interface for any OnRobot end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) that dramatically simplifies automation. Now, with a single robotic system, single platform for programming and training, and single vendor relationship, manufacturers have access to a full range of tools, full robot compatibility, and virtually unlimited possibilities for collaborative applications. This new one-system solution speeds deployment so manufacturers save time and money.

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ADVANCED MANUFACTURING EXPO 2019

UPCOMING EVENT

AUGUST 20, 2019 

SUBURBAN SHOWPLACE NOVI, MI

AUGUST 22, 2019

DELTAPLEX

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

Building your business to withstand the next 5 or 50 years takes an investment of time, people and resources. The Advanced Manufacturing Expo was designed to accelerate your growth by assembling talented people and companies for every aspect of your manufacturing business. Come see us at booth 1106 in Novi, booth 1500 in Grand Rapids admission and parking are both free!

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ERP EMAIL: RSP END OF ARM TOOLING SOLUTIONS

PRODUCT INFO

Miss our last email blast? It's all right here for you!

Check out Robot System Products end of arm tooling solutions for your next project: Swivels (Rotary Unions), Tool ChangersSwivel Tool Changers, CiRO...

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AUTOMATE 2019

UPCOMING EVENT

APRIL 8-11, 2019 

MCCORMICK PLACE, CHICAGO, IL

Automation is helping companies in every industry become stronger global competitors. To succeed, you need the right solution providers, the right technology, and the right expertise. Automate 2019 will provide it all and more! Automate showcases the full spectrum of automation technologies and solutions. From traditional industrial applications to cutting edge new technologies, you'll find ways to automate every process in your company. Come see us at booth 8454 and learn all that we have to offer your business.

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MACRON DYNAMICS ISSUED PATENT FOR CLAWS SYSTEM

RECENT NEWS

Macron Dynamics is proud to announce we’ve been awarded a patent for CLAWS – our proprietary Cam Lock Arresting Wedge System™ that will slow and stop a free-falling cart and load.

While Macron actuators are constructed from durable materials, there is always the unavoidable potential risk of a belt failure due to a variety of conditions; misuse, overloading, shock loading, crashes, jams, over torque from drive system, contamination, etc. The CLAWS system provides the reassurance that in the case of a belt failing, there will be no dangerous free fall.

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WELCOME OMIL TO THE ESSENTIAL ROBOT PRODUCTS LINEUP

RECENT NEWS

ESSENTIAL Robot Products is excited to announce OMiL as our newest supplier! OMiL was founded in 1963 and has since become a benchmark for automation and robot components. OMiL's wide range of products support the machine tool, assembly machine, transfer machine, as well as mechanic and electromechanical industries. OMiL has an extensive offer of long-stroke, small, specialty gripping systems in addition to clamping and indexing solutions. Select from hydraulic or pneumatic options to suit your specialized needs.

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INTRODUCING THE NEW SWIVEL S5 BY ROBOT SYSTEM PRODUCTS

NEW PRODUCT INFO

RSP recently released the new S5 series of swivel units. These low friction swivels are dedicated for material handling and will make your robot more flexible and increase the hose package lifetime. Highlights of the S5 series swivel units include:

 

  • Up to 5 kg payload 

  • Allows continuous rotation of axis 6 

  • Reduces hose package interference

  • Increases mobility

  • 3D simulation control of the upper arm dress package

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