CAPTRON joins UR+ to offer sensors through Universal Robots marketplace

By The Robot Report Staff | November 14, 2024

The TCP Calibration Sensors, now available in the Universal Robots marketplace, are designed for high repeatability and accuracy. Source: CAPTRON

CAPTRON has announced its official UR+ partnership with Universal Robots A/S. The global sensor provider said its TCP Calibration Sensors, now available on the Universal Robots marketplace, deliver high precision and are integrated with UR collaborative robot arms.

“Our UR+ certified products are designed to deliver maximum precision and reliability to support our customers’ automation goals,” stated Sean Walters, general manager at CAPTRON North America LP. “This partnership with Universal Robots reinforces our commitment to delivering high-performance solutions that are easy to integrate, boosting productivity across the board.”

Designed for applications like dispensing and welding, these sensors can maximize accuracy, reduce scrap, and enhance production quality, said CAPTRON. The company claimed that its URCap software enables manufacturers to achieve plug-and-play integration, speeding up deployment and improving efficiency.

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CAPTRON sensors offer ease of use, precision

The TCP Laser Calibration Sensors are available in 40 mm (1.5 in.) and 70 mm (0.2 in.) sizes. They offer precise tool tip calibration with a reproducibility of 0.01 mm (0.0003 in.), said the company, which has locations in the U.S., Germany, China, and Poland.

CAPTRON listed the following features and benefits for its URCap-compatible TCP Calibration Sensors:

• Ease of use: CAPTRON said its URCap software simplifies sensor setup, drastically cutting integration time.
• Reliability: The sensors promise precise and repeatable accuracy, minimizing tool deviations and errors.
• Flexibility: With user-friendly software interfaces, manufacturers can switch between tasks quickly and easily, said CAPTRON, making its systems highly adaptable across various applications.

Customer says TCP Calibration Sensor a ‘game changer’

Popular tool center point applications include checking the welder gun wire tip after cleaning and calibrating the glue-dispensing tip before each process to ensure precision.

One of CAPTRON’s newest customers recently implemented the TCP Calibration Sensor and described it as a “game changer.” The customer said it has seen dramatic improvements in tool precision, significantly reducing errors and downtime.

CAPTRON said the use case highlights how its technology can enhance accuracy and efficiency in automated industrial processes.

“Universal Robots is thrilled to partner with CAPTRON to drive the next wave of innovation in collaborative robotics,” said Michael DeGrace, ecosystem success manager for the Americas at Universal Robots. “By combining CAPTRON’s cutting-edge sensor technology with our flexible, user-friendly robotic arms, we are opening up new possibilities for industries worldwide to enhance automation, improve precision, and achieve greater efficiency in their operations.”

CAPTRON’s TCP Calibration Sensors and URCap Software are now available through the Universal Robots Marketplace. For more information, visit CAPTRON UR Products.

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