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Fanuc UK has delivered a model from its strongest ever robot series to neighbouring research and technology organisation, the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), in Coventry.

While fears of recession, trade frictions and Brexit seem to be slowing down the economy in Europe, for the Industrial Robot market the overall picture stays bright.

A medium-sized robot for handling, picking and packing applications is the fifth model to join Fanuc’s collaborative robot portfolio.

Fanuc has extended its popular range of Selective Compliance Assembly (SCARA) robots to include a model capable of processing parts weighing up to 6kg.

Fanuc has unveiled a slimline range extension to its new generation of compact, general purpose robots, which is ideally suited to smaller, narrow work spaces and top-mount applications.

Fanuc has expanded its portfolio of ROBOCUT high precision CNC Wire EDM machines with the release of the a-C800iB model. Boasting an increased 800mm table, it is the largest machine launched by the company to date.

A new addition to Fanuc’s ARC welding robot range is set to make automated welding more viable for manufacturers with compact floor space, but large workpieces.

Fanuc UK’s managing director, Tom Bouchier, has called on businesses across the UK to work together to improve productivity and global competitiveness.