Robot arm tool changer is faster, heavier and stronger (24/09/2009)

Staubli’s new MPS 630 automatic tool changing system for robot arms can handle tools up to 630kgs and withstand the high bending and torsional moments created by fast moving robots, significantly expanding the suitable applications. All the...

Small, lightweight automatic tool changer for robot arms (12/06/2009)

Stäubli Connectors' latest automatic tool changing system, the MPS 32, provides fast, efficient and secure tool changes for all types of robot arms. All are directly mountable on the robot flange and provide secure locking and unlocking. Stäubli’s...

Subsea coupling introduced (15/04/2009)

Stäubli Connectors has introduced a new coupling specifically designed for the requirements of subsea operations. Stäubli’s COS 08 coupling provides a high pressure connection suitable for turbulent underwater environments, with the...

Reliable electric connectors for remote handling applications (21/11/2008)

Stäubli has introduced a new electrical connector specifically configured for handling by remote control manipulators. The RVX 25 electrical connector is available with a range of modular PEEK thermoplastic inserts with the capability to handle up...

Remote handling couplings for nuclear industry (03/11/2008)

Stäubli has introduced a new connector, specially designed for handling by remote control manipulators, to its well known RBE range of quick release couplings. Stäubli RBE connectors are designed for applications right across industry where...

Thermal management of electronics (01/08/2008)

The efficiency and performance of mission-critical electronics can be significantly affected by operating temperature. Fluid based thermal management technologies are very sophisticated and they demand high-integrity connections that can be made and...

Cooling rate on enclosures increased (08/01/2008)

Elma Mektron Systems have for some time been creating computer enclosures for use in severe environments, especially for COTS military applications. Recent significant increases in data processing speed in the CPCI,VME,VPX,VXS, and µTCA architecture...

Audi selects Staubli robot arm automatic tool changers (18/10/2007)

Flexibility in manufacturing is essential in the competitive automotive production environment; being able to produce a range of different models, essentially based on one platform, is a pre-requisite for efficient, cost effective manufacture. The...

Robots for wide range of applications (16/08/2007)

Stäubli manufactures robots for a broad spectrum of applications; their range includes small 4-axis Scara’s, 6-axis heavy duty robots as well as their RX/TX ranges of fast, precise 6-axis robots. The wide range ensures that the most suitable robot...

Coupling for manifold connections (03/08/2007)

A new coupling has been added to Stäubli’s RMI range of connectors. The RMI37, with 37mm dia nominal bore, has been specifically designed for manifold connections on injection moulding machines. RMI couplings are suitable for many...

High performance mini-robot introduced (01/08/2007)

Stäubli are well known for their TX/RX ranges of high speed, high precision 6-axis robots, as well as the Scara 4-axis robots. Now a new, high performance, mini-Scara robot has been added to the growing model range. Space is often at a...

New automatic Stäubli connector ideal for fitting in any position (17/04/2007)

Stäubli’s new, fully automatic, quick release coupling for temperature control circuits on injection and blow moulding machines is ideal for fitting in awkward and confined spaces. Space is always at a premium on injection or blow moulding...

Leak free connectors ensure security of gas odorising unit (16/02/2007)

Staubli’s HCB couplings are providing secure, reliable, quick release connections for Robinson Brothers’ natural gas odorising systems – connections that can be made and unmade with the absolute minimum of spillage Natural Gas does not have a...

Reliable fluid connectors for the oil industry (07/02/2007)

Stäubli’s new connectors incorporate the latest metal to metal sealing technology ensuring leak free operation under the most arduous conditions. Metal to metal seals are suitable for underwater applications over extended periods and provide...

Ensuring the security of natural gas odorising process (01/11/2006)

Stäubli HCB couplings provide the secure, reliable, quick release connections that are required by natural gas odorising systems, as they can be disconnected with the absolute minimum of spillage. Natural Gas does not have a characteristic smell; if...

Stäubli robots increase productivity by 33% at Simpson Strong-Tie (16/10/2006)

Two Stäubli RX90L six axis robots, manufacturing construction connectors at Simpson Strong-Tie, have improved productivity by 33% and provide a useful additional degree of flexibility to the production line at their Tamworth factory. Modern house...

Stäubli releases larger couplings in 'absolutely leak-free' range (01/09/2006)

Stäubli has added much larger sizes to its HCB range of dry break, non-spill couplings. The new sizes are particularly suitable for high integrity bulk handling and filling applications where any leakage would be unacceptable. HCB couplings are...

Robot arm tool changers now offer both hydraulic and electric locking systems (09/08/2006)

The new MPS 500 robot arm automatic tool changing system, from Stäubli Connectors, can handle tools up to 500kgs, moments up to 3200Nm, provide automatic connection of all services required and a choice of electric or hydraulic fail safe locking...