Flexxbotics Solution

Advanced Robotic Machine Tending for multiple operations with multiple machines on a wide range of parts. Complex geometries to raw stock. Compatible with 1000+ makes & models of factory equipment with closed-loop control.

Flexxbotics brings together precision hardware and powerful software for unmatched accuracy, reliability, and safety.

Ideal for compliance and regulated environments that require Unique Part Identification, Part Traceability, and Line Clearance.

Optional closed-loop parameter setting and variable updates for Autonomous Process Control resulting in reduced defects, improved yields, and greater throughput capacity with longer unattended runs.

Compatibility

Machining – Mills / Vertical & Horizontal Machining Centers (including 5-Axis), Turning Centers & Lathes, Swiss Lathes, Multi-Tasking machines, and Additive Manufacturing equipment, as well as, a wide range of specialty machines. Additionally, Flexxbotics works with other machines such as Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), CNC Grinders, Deburring equipment, Vertical & Horizontal Honing, Electrical Discharge Machines (EDMs), Brake Presses, Laser Markers & Engravers, and many more.

Semi & Electronics – Automated Test Equipment (ATEs), Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-Ray equipment, Tape & Reel machines, as well as, handler systems for Tray Handling, Package Sorting, and other low-payload handler automation. Additionally, add robots to CD-SEMs, Ellipsometers, Automated Die Sorters, Laser Marking machines, Pick-and-Place equipment and for moving FOUPs between stockers and load ports.

Pharma & Biotech – Aseptic Fill-Finish Equipment, Lyophilizers, Vial and Cartridge Capping machines, Autoinjector & Device Assembly machinery, Serialization/Labeling machines, Carton Aggregators, and many laboratory machines such as Centrifuges, Liquid Handlers / Pipetting stations, HPLC/UPLC, Spectrophotometers, PCR Thermal Cyclers, Incubators & Shakers, Freezers, Biorepositories, and others.

Flexxbotics Includes

• Automation Console
• Robotic Production Software
• High Accuracy EOAT
• Precision In‑feeds
• UR Collaborative Robot

Advantages

Powerful - Precision and repeatability for consistent quality and unattended throughput even in high-mix environments

Flexible - Configurable cell layouts with ability to include secondary operations, cleaning stations, laser marking, and inspection & test equipment (ATE, CMM, Vision, Probe, etc)

Open - Compatible with numerous brands, makes, and models including Okuma, DMG MORI, Mazak, Haas, RoboDrill, Hexagon, Keyence, Teradyne, and many more

Turnkey Service Option

Flexxbotics staff offer professional services for Turnkey projects with design, FAT/SAT, and safety & risk assessments to assure project success. Expert experience with high compliance solutions in regulated industries.

Benefits

• Capable of handling four, five, six, or more operations per automation cell
• Standardizes control and coordination across the cell
• Pre-configured and pre-wired Automation Console
• Enables robot‑to‑machine interfacing for interoperability
• Part-level automation orchestration with traceability and analytics

Automation Console

Integrated HMI with high performance industrial edge device and configurable connections for Safety, Digital I/O, and Pneumatics

• Touch Screen: (L x W) - 18.7 x 11.7" | 474 x 296 mm
• Industrial M12 Connections: 16 Dual Channel I/O with 4 position A-Coded M12 Bulkheads
• Data Connections: 10x RJ45 and 2x USB-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
• Air Connections: 12 Two Position Ports with 10mm push to connect OD Bulkheads

Safety Control Connections & Indicators

•  Integrated E-stop and Reset buttons
•  Integrated Red/Yellow/Green Stacklight
•  16 Dual Channel Signal ports with 4 position A-Coded M12 Bulkheads
•  16 Dual Channel Enabling Circuits with 4 position A-Coded M12 Bulkheads
•  5 Additional Dual Channel Sensor Ports with 4 position A-Coded M12 Bulkheads

Flexxbotics Software Capabilities Summary

• Robotic Cell Automation
• Robot-to-Machine Interfacing
• Robot / Equipment Program Control
• Robotic Production Data
• Alarms & Escalations
• Automated Changeover
• Autonomous Process Control
• Analytics, Reports, and Business Intelligence
• Administration & Low-code Configuration

Industrial Protocol Support

EtherNet/IP, PROFINET/PROFIBUS, Siemens SINUMERIK, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, MTConnect, FOCAS2, Heidenhain TNC, Haas MNET, CC-Link, DeviceNet, Modbus RTU, Ethernet POWERLINK, EtherCAT, and others

General Protocol Support

TCP/IP, UDP, FTP, SFTP, Telnet, SMTP, RS-232, and others

Business Systems Connectivity

Extends Existing Systems for Automation including ERP, MES, QMS, SCADA, IIoT, CAD/CAM, and others

Does it have a URCap? 

Yes

License: 

One-time

Minimum Software versions: 

Polyscope 5.15 or later 

• Robotic Cell Automation
• Robot-to-Machine Interfacing & Communication
• Robot / Equipment Program Control
• Robotic Production Data
• Alarms & Escalations
• Automated Changeover
• Autonomous Process Control
• Analytics, Reports, and Business Intelligence
• Administration & Low-code Configuration

• UR3
• UR3e
• UR5
• UR5e
• UR10
• UR10e
• UR16e
• UR20
• UR30
• URSim

• Canada
• United States

Flexxbotics includes software, hardware options, and turnkey services

• Automation Console with Digital I/O & Pneumatics
• Safety Controls (E-stop, Stack Light, Signal & Sensor Ports)
• HMI / Robotic Production Software
• High Accuracy EOAT
• Precision In‑feeds
• UR Collaborative Robot
• OPTIONAL: Washdown & Blow-off, Vision System, Probes, Safety System