ROBOSHOT 𝛼-S450𝑖B
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Designed to excel in automotive, technical moulding, packaging, and consumer parts manufacturing, this machine stands as a testament to precision engineering. Renowned for its versatility and robustness, it remains the preferred choice for manufacturers seeking optimal efficiency and quality in their production lines.
Tonnage
4500 kN | 450 tonf
Tie bar spacing, H×V
920x920 mm
Screw diameter (mm)
64, 68, 72, 80 mm
Insights
Electric Injection Moulding in a Class of its Own
Get a comprehensive overview of FANUC's latest innovation, the ROBOSHOT 𝛼-S𝑖B series injection molding machine. Experience the highlights of the machine's advanced features, including a large touchscreen display with intuitive controls, enhanced CNC control system, and expanded storage capacity. Demonstrating a metal injection molding process, the video underscores the machine's versatility and growing popularity in Europe. With its monitoring capabilities and production efficiency improvements, coupled with FANUC's renowned reliability and precision, the ROBOSHOT 𝛼-S𝑖B series promises to deliver unmatched performance in the industry.
Highlights
Benefits for Your Business
Enhanced Versatility
The ROBOSHOT a-SiB series offers faster response times, injection rates, enhanced standard injection pressures, wider screw diameter options, and potential for four-axis servo-core control.
Lowest Energy Consumption
FANUC's servo tech and energy recovery cut ROBOSHOT's power use 50-70% vs. hydraulics, 10-15% vs. rivals. Low maintenance, high uptime, fewer parts mean lowest TCO.
Precision and Accuracy
ROBOSHOT uses FANUC CNC servo drives for precise control, offering the fastest acceleration and ensuring top-tier accuracy, reliability, motion, position, and pressure control.
World-Beating CNC Reliability
With 65 years of development, FANUC ROBOSHOT boasts the world's most reliable CNC control. User-friendly with standard interfaces, it ensures swift processing and consistent part quality.
Lowest Cost of Ownership
ROBOSHOT excels in minimising ownership costs with low maintenance, high uptime, fewer components, and minimal wear. Say goodbye to ownership cost worries.
Lifetime Machine Support
With over 35 years of experience and a dedication to precision, FANUC ensures high reliability in producing long-lasting, high-quality products, supporting customers in achieving effective operations.
Durability and Longivety
FANUC offers a set of preventive maintenance features to enable you to extend the machine lifetime resulting in reduced costs, maximised uptime and enhanced safety.
Specifications
Documents
Control
Hardware
Machine Hardware
Our machines are designed to be flexible and meet your specific needs. They come with a variety of standard options you can choose from during configuration, and we also offer additional hardware functions you can add on to get even more functionality out of your machine.
Cavity Pressure Channels
ROBOSHOT ensures transparency with 16 Pressure Channels, cavity balance monitoring, CNC-based quality selection, & seamless integration. Communicate & connect to any cavity pressure systems.
Multi-Component Moulding (Additional Injection Units)
You can use ROBOSHOT for multi-component injection moulding by adding versatile and easy-to-integrate vertical and horizontal injection units. This advanced moulding technique allows you to inject ...
Insert Moulding
Insert molding, compatible with ROBOSHOT & our robots, utilizes precise programming to insert parts within molds, eliminating the need for manual alignment steps – a crucial factor for successful i...
Linear Robot Automation e.g. Sepro
All ROBOSHOT models are compatible with linear robot automation thanks to Euromap 67, allowing for seamless integration and flexibility.
Clamp Force Adjustment
Our automatic clamp force adjustment reduces part defects, extends machine life, and saves time and energy.
Lubrication System
Our new lubrication system cuts grease use by 60-65% compared to the previous type, boosting sustainability and lowering operating expenses.
ROBOSHOT Robot Package
The ROBOSHOT injection moulding machine Robot package enables you to install FANUC robots in just a few steps. Robots can be easily used for loading and unloading parts, assembling, picking, and pl...
Software
Machine Software
Get the most out of your machine with our selection of pre-installed standard software and optional add-ons. Standard software lets you configure your Control to your exact needs, while optional features unlock even more powerful capabilities.
EUROMAP77 Connection
Access your ROBOSHOT machine data through the EUROMAP77 connection, facilitated by the OPC UA supported option in ROBOSHOT-LINK𝑖2. Allowing for the exchange of quality monitor data and molding par...
VNC (Virtual Network Computing)
Utilise VNC for ROBOSHOT to establish connections with auxiliary devices via Ethernet, facilitating integrated screen operation on the ROBOSHOT display interface.
FL-net (FANUC Robot connection)
Easy connection with FL-NET, an Ethernet-based field bus for data sharing, with the ability to pass safety signals between controllers. ROBOSHOT's CNC Control streamlines integration, reducing errors.
OPC UA (Auxiliary communication)
Preparation for connection is complete. OPC UA supports communication with temperature control devices (EUROMAP82.1), ensuring seamless integration.
Custom Sequence Function
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ROBOSHOT-LINK𝑖2
Remote management of your plastic production facility - ROBOSHOT-LINK𝑖2 is a quality information management tool that allows you to visualise ROBOSHOT data. Up to 1000 ROBOSHOT machines can be con...
Industry Packages
The Right Solution for Your Business
Our industry-specific packages are designed to maximise your machine's potential. Each package is packed with everything you need to excel in your field. Take your ROBOSHOT to the next level and achieve peak performance with a solution built for your success.
Thermoset Injection
Ready for thermoset materials with special screw/nozzle. It features temperature control, gas reduction, pre-functions and includes AI functionalities for process stability & quality control.
LSR Package
The FANUC ROBOSHOT LSR Package is designed specifically for Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) moulding, offering unparalleled precision and efficiency for a wide range of products. This advanced package...
Medical Package
The Medical package is designed for cleanroom environments (ISO 7/8). It features bushless tie bars which keeps mould area cleaner. ROBOSHOT’s precise process control brings quality assurance and t...
Ceramic Injection Moulding / Metal Injection Moulding
The package supports the moulding of materials (ceramics, metals) with specific screw/barrel options. It boasts speed control, pre-molding functions, and AI for process stability and quality control.
AI Functions
Intelligent Functions for Your Machine
Our AI-powered features for ROBOSHOT optimise settings, anticipate issues, and streamline processes. Experience unmatched efficiency and take your production to the next level.
AI Mold Protection
Our AI Mold Protection revolutionises mould safeguarding in the injection moulding industry. This intelligent system utilises advanced torque control technology to deliver unparalleled protection f...
AI Ejector Protection
The ROBOSHOT's AI Ejector Protection is a cutting-edge system designed to safeguard your molds and minimise downtime. This innovative technology utilises torque control for unparalleled sensitivity...
AI Pressure Trace
This function ensures consistent, precise molding for applications like lenses. Its intelligent pressure profile adapts to material/temp changes, offering stable injection with adjustable speed.
Precise Metering II
The function offers precise decompression via screw reversal, ensuring consistent material volume and reducing part weight variations.
Precise Metering III
This function optimises plasticising process for consistent material properties and part quality by checking volume, adjusting pressure & decompression, & preventing defects.
AI Extrude (AI Metering)
AI Metering Control: Revolutionise your injection molding with intelligent and precise material management. Harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in your ROBOSHOT and experience a new l...
AI Backflow Monitor
Predict check ring wear and schedule maintenance with ease. This innovative function visually monitors closing characteristics and wear, allowing for proactive action and maximised uptime.
AI Belt Tension Monitor
The AI Belt Tension Monitor for FANUC ROBOSHOT automatically measures belt tension on clamping, injection, extruding, and eject axes. It detects tension drops and notifies maintenance timing, enhan...
Series
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ROBOSHOT Series
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Get Inspired
Get Inspiration from Other's Success
Viskiplast
Injection Moulding Shop Shapes its Future with FANUC
There are numerous plastic injection moulding machines available on the market, but most modern manufacturers seek a core set of key attributes based on flexibility, energy efficiency and performance. As a result, the highly capable FANUC ROBOSHOT, with its potential for rapid tool changes and all-electric low energy consumption, is a proven choice for any manufacturer of plastic products looking to become more competitive and gain market share. Among those able to provide testimony is Hungary-based Viskiplast.
Poloplast
Optimised Resources and Sustainable Moulding Thanks to FANUC
In the food packaging industry, production must be fast, reliable and clean. No wonder Poloplast chose FANUC's ROBOSHOT injection moulding machines. In addition to immediate efficiency improvements and energy savings, the advanced software features on the machines allow the company to further monitor and increase productivity while expanding its range of biodegradable products.
Perfect Fit for Your Application
Injection Moulding
Injection moulding is a highly efficient manufacturing process that enables the production of complex, high-quality plastic components with precision and consistency. Utilising advanced automation and robotics, this technology is essential for industries requiring large-scale production, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising on the integrity or performance of the final product.
Tailored Solutions for Your Industry
Food & Beverage
Food & beverage is our bread & butter. Contact us today to put our experience in robots in food & beverage industry to work for you.
Electronics
We provide automated solutions for electronics manufacturing and clean room settings.
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