Yaskawa America, Inc. Motoman Robotics Division  

100 Automation Way
Miamisburg,  OH  45342

United States
937-847-6200
https://www.motoman.com

• Booth: B20051

Yaskawa Motoman is a leading industrial robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 robots installed globally, we provide automation products and solutions for nearly every industry and robotic application.

Yaskawa Motoman has delivered game-changing results for clients of all sizes with flexible, cost-effective solutions that adapt easily to shifting needs. With our easy-to-use line of robot and cobot models, peripherals and fully integrated welding cells, we provide reliable, low-risk solutions that conquer your manufacturing challenges. For integration support, take advantage of our extensive partner network or have our in-house engineers design a turnkey system.

Ensure success in your next robotic project with unmatched operational and application support included for the life of every robot! Combine that with our renowned service and training programs, and Yaskawa Motoman is your best partner to minimize risk and maximize ROI.

 Press Releases

• Yaskawa Motoman to Expand Robot Manufacturing Headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio to Accommodate Increasing Automation Demand (Jul 07, 2023)

  Dayton, OH —Yaskawa America Inc., Motoman Robotics Division (Yaskawa Motoman), a leading North American robotics manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it will soon be breaking ground on an expansion to its headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio. The 185,000 square foot state-of-the-art addition will nearly double the size of the company’s current production space, optimizing its operational capacity to meet the growing demand of the automation industry.

  With over 400 current employees at this location, the expansion will create 70 new jobs. The additional manufacturing space will be utilized to engineer, develop, integrate and build robotic systems, as well as providing additional space for the retrofit and rebuild of previously deployed systems.

  “When we built our current 305,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility in 2011, we purchased additional land to support our expectation of continued growth. This expansion is the fulfilment of that vision and is the next step in Yaskawa’s growth plan for the Americas,” stated Steve Barhorst, President and COO of Yaskawa Motoman. “With labor shortages in the Americas, more companies are turning to automation to meet increased production demands and improve efficiencies. This addition will increase our capacity to support our continued record-breaking growth and enable us to reduce lead times and continue to deliver high quality, innovative robotic solutions to our valued customers and partners.”

  Grants from the City of Miamisburg, Montgomery County, and Jobs Ohio are helping to offset building costs. “We are grateful for these funds that will help us continue to be a catalyst for economic growth in the City of Miamisburg and the Greater Dayton Region,” added Barhorst. “It is important for us to give back to this community that has supported Yaskawa Motoman since our inception.”

  Likewise, the City of Miamisburg is excited about the positive economic and social impact this expansion will bring. “Yaskawa Motoman has been a great addition to Miamisburg's business community for the past 11 years. We are thrilled to see them grow and invest in our great city,” stated Michelle Collins, Mayor of Miamisburg, Ohio. “I'd like to extend my congratulations on their continued success and a thank you to their leadership team for choosing Miamisburg."

  Yaskawa Motoman plans to begin the construction process in June 2023. Construction is expected to take approximately twelve (12) months, with a projected completion date of June 2024.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  AFounded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman^® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing and spot welding. For more information please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

• ArcWorld HC – A Flexible Human-Collaborative Workcell for Robotic Welding (Aug 28, 2023)

  Designed for human-collaborative (HC) interaction, the highly flexible ArcWorld HC is a complete robotic welding solution for the fabrication of small- to medium-size parts. Ideal for replacing or supplementing manual weld processes, such as pre-assembly before welding in larger robotic workcells, this pre-engineered mobile cart system is well-suited for high-mix, low-volume production.

  Joining Yaskawa’s proven line of ArcWorld welding workcells, this portable job shop with three-sided access comes complete with a 1,200 mm x 2,400 mm perforated fixture table, a single human-collaborative HC10DTP robot, retractable arc curtain, built-in exhaust hood, a compatible Miller^®, Lincoln Electric, SKS, OTC or Fronius power supply, a 14-gauge metal tool board, tool balancer and debris tray. A 120 VAC 20-Amp electrical extension outlet and 120 psi air connection are provided for common welding tools. Overhead LED lighting provides interior illumination, and solid wheels and leveling feet enable quick and easy installation or relocation. Wire spool and shield gas bottle holders are optional.

  Featuring Power and Force Limiting (PFL) technology for safe operation and hand-guided teaching for easy programming without a pendant, the HC10DTP robot welds parts with efficiency and consistent high quality. Offering a 1,379 mm maximum working range and a 10 kg payload capacity, the HC10DTP can process parts up to 500 H x 2,000 W x 800 D mm. Its IP67 rating enables welding without additional coverings or equipment. Fast air cut speeds (250 mm/s) are easily achieved with arc curtain closed, or they can be maintained at collaborative speed (200 mm/s) when the curtain is open. Risk assessment provided for assured, safe design.

  The HC10DTP robot for welding is controlled by the high-performance YRC1000 controller that utilizes a lightweight, standard teach pendant with intuitive programming. Processes from the power supply are accessed by Yaskawa’s easy-to-use digital Universal Weldcom Interface (UWI), giving full control of welding parameters and settings from the robot programming pendant.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing, spot welding and clinical laboratory specimen processing. For more information, please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

• Easy to Install ArcWorld LC Workcells Optimize Productivity for Lighter Volume Fabrication (Aug 28, 2023)

  Featuring a space-saving design with single or dual workstation  configurations, the ArcWorld LC (Lite Cell) robotic welding system is ideal for fabricators with lighter volume requirements for small- to medium-part welding. Providing efficiency and consistent weld quality, the AW-LC is fast and simple to install or relocate.

  Ideal for wider parts, the ArcWorld LC single workstation configuration features a fixed tooling table with a 250 kg payload or a servo-driven MH185 headstock with a 185 kg payload. The dual workstation configuration is available with fixed tooling tables or two MH185 headstocks. Dual workstation models allow one part to be loaded or unloaded while the other part is being welded and eliminate sweep time of the part positioner between part processing. Tooling can be changed quickly. Workcells can be tooled for different parts or can be used for sequential operations.

  The workcell, featuring a 2,125 mm x 2,097 mm footprint fits in a 110” trailer, simplifying shipping and reducing setup time. The simple design is non-cumbersome with pre-terminated cables that are labeled and quick to connect. The power disconnect, welding equipment and robot controller come prewired on a separate 1 m x 1 m base that can be located anywhere near the workcell. Fencing is easy to assemble and matches up with the operator station access and workcell base, all of which can be lagged directly to the floor.

  Each workcell features a single high-speed, six-axis AR1440 robot with YRC1000 controller. Its integrated weld package includes either a Miller^® Auto-Continuum™ 350 or Lincoln Electric Power Wave^® R450 power source. Processes from the power supply are accessed by Yaskawa’s easy-to-use digital Universal Weldcom Interface (UWI), giving full control of welding parameters and settings from the robot programming pendant. The ArcWorld LC series workcells are safeguarded and have a completed risk assessment in accordance with the ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012 robot safety standard, including a Functional Safety Unit (FSU) to monitor the robot and positioner.

  NOTE: Customization is not advised for the ArcWorld LC series workcells.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman^® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing and spot welding. For more information please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

• Extremely Compact ArcWorld Workcells Easily Integrate Robotics into Weld Processes (Aug 28, 2023)

  The ArcWorld® RS and ArcWorld HS pre-engineered robotic arc welding workcells deliver a highly flexible, compact and cost-effective option for integrating robotics into current weld processes. Ideal for replacing or supplementing manual welding, such as pre-assembly before welding in larger robotic workcells, each solution is designed for optimizing small- to medium-size part production for medium volume fabrication.

  Requiring only 2.3 square meters (25 sq ft) of floorspace, the ArcWorld RS utilizes a rotating station (RS) design, manually indexed by the operator, featuring two fixture tables with a 100 kg payload capacity per side. This facilitates quick changeover, allowing parts to be safely loaded and unloaded while the opposite station part is welded. Parts up to 425 x 700 x 990 mm can be processed.

  More compact, the ArcWorld HS needs only 1.4 square meters (15 sq ft) of floorspace and offers a hinged station (HS) design, allowing easy access for loading and unloading of parts. The workcell features a single fixture table with a 100 kg payload capacity and can process parts up to 550 x 500 x 1,050 mm in size. This cell is ideal for R&D and educational use as well as smaller production runs.

  Each ArcWorld features a single high-speed, six-axis AR900 arc welding robot with YRC1000 controller. An intuitive digital weld interface for all power source brands is included. An integrated weld package includes either a Miller^® Auto-Continuum™ 350 or Lincoln Electric Power Wave^® R450 power source, wire feeder, wire spool holder and a variety of available torch options. Processes from the power supply are accessed by Yaskawa’s easy-to-use digital Universal Weldcom Interface (UWI), giving full control of welding parameters and settings from the robot programming pendant.

  Each solution offers overhead LED lighting and is enclosed with sheet metal and light-reducing polycarbonate for arc and spatter protection. A built-in extraction hood for fume filtration and four-button operator panel with E-stop also come as standard.

  The ArcWorld RS and ArcWorld HS are safeguarded and have a completed risk assessment compliant with ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012, and other relevant ISO and CSA standards. The robot controller’s Functional Safety Unit (FSU) uses “stand still” monitoring for the robot and safety signals. All workcell doors are safety monitored.

  Each workstation, including the robot and safety fencing, come attached on a common base with integrated cable management for easy shipping and installation. Easy-open, safety-interlocked side panels allow for easier robot programming and equipment access.

  Additional optional features are available, including a light beacon (3 color), Digital TouchSense, gas flow rate meter (CWT) gas flow sensor (SMC) and a torch cleaning station (with or without wire cutter).

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman^® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing, spot welding and clinical laboratory specimen processing. For more information, please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

• HC10 Mobile Integrated Workstation Enables Flexible Production Environments (Aug 28, 2023)

  Compatible with the Yaskawa HC10, HC10DT, HC10XP and HC10DTP collaborative robots, the HC10 Workstation is an economical solution for integrating HC10 robots with the high-performance YRC1000 controller into a single package. This mobile station is well-suited for arc welding, assembly, machine tending, and pick and place tasks.

  Highly portable, the riser is quickly redeployed to meet evolving production demand. Its space-saving footprint easily integrates into current manufacturing environments, and it is efficiently moved with a pallet jack or forklift.

  The workstation’s metal cabinet (1,091 mm H x 734 mm W x 805 mm D) houses the robot controller and offers a comfortable working height for most collaborative applications. Built-in leveling feet offer a stable platform while the robot runs at maximum speed and payload capacity.

  Cables are internally managed for easy setup and reduced expenses for maintenance and spare parts inventory. A 2-meter robot cable with a 90-degree connector to the controller is included for efficient wire management.

  Optional area scanners provide speed and separation monitoring. An optional stack light can alert nearby users of robot movement, alarms or general status.

  Note: Robot and controller sold separately.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing, spot welding and clinical laboratory specimen processing. For more information, please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

• HC-Series Robots Facilitate Collaborative Welding for Increased Productivity (Aug 28, 2023)

  Specifically designed to add robotic welding capacity to current production, the six-axis HC10 and HC20 human-collaborative robots enable operation with, or in close proximity to human workers. Ideal for supplementing manual welding or for rolling up to large, heavy workpieces with its 1,379 mm reach, the 10-kg payload HC10 can be easily repurposed depending on production needs. The HC20 model offers even greater reach at 1,900 mm and an increased payload of 20 kg.

  Meeting established safety standards (TUV-certified to ISO 13849-1; complies with ISO 10218-1 and ISO TS 15066), the HC-series robots feature Power and Force Limiting (PFL), where dual channel torque sensors in all joints constantly monitor force to quickly react. These robots also offer precision hand-guiding, facilitating easy programming for fast implementation of a robot system.

  Designed with the utmost safety, the pinch-less HC10 and HC20 can operate without additional protective measures (risk assessment dependent) such as a safety fence, resulting in reduced cost and space requirements. Through-arm utilities hide cabling, including a Category 6 ethernet cable that enables communications for a wide variety of tooling options. This reduces the risk of snagging or interference with other equipment.

  The highly repeatable HC10 or HC20 can easily shift between collaborative speed in PFL mode or full speed in industrial mode, optimizing cycle times based on risk assessment and process requirements. Robot path teaching can be accomplished by hand guiding, teach pendant, or jogging with an external device using I/O control. Built with cast aluminum for industrial durability, the HC10 and HC20 feature a rugged IP67 rating to reliably operate in harsh welding environments, as well as an easy-clean surface.

  HC-series robots are compatible with Miller® Auto-Continuum™, Lincoln Power Wave® with ArcLink™, Fronius TPSi, and other brands or semi-automatic power sources with I/O control of the torch trigger switch. It is available with Yaskawa’s Universal Weldcom Interface (UWI) that enables full control of any compatible power source brand using a common interface, as well as a variety of third-party torches, tooling and accessories.

  The HC10 and HC20 are controlled by the high-performance YRC1000 controller that is built to a global standard and does not require a transformer for input voltages ranging from 380VAC to 480VAC. With a highly compact cabinet (598 W x 490 H x 427 D mm), the YRC1000 uses a lightweight teach pendant with intuitive programming.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman^® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing and spot welding. For more information please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.

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• MotoSim EG-VRC Simulation Software Gives Offline Programming “Real” Robot Feel (Aug 28, 2023)

  MotoSim^® EG-VRC (Enhanced Graphics Virtual Robot Controller) is a comprehensive software package that provides accurate 3D simulation of robot workcells. Supporting multiple process applications including arc and spot welding, cutting, handling, painting and sealing, this virtual robot controller displays the actual programming interface for the YRC1000 and YRC1000micro controllers. Whether a programmer is using a teach pendant on a controller or using MotoSim EG-VRC on a PC, the interface display is the same. Steps used to accomplish actions in the “virtual” world of the simulator are identical to the actions required on the robot controller.

  Extremely robust, this powerful simulation software can be used to optimize robot and equipment placement, as well as to perform reach analysis, cycle calculations and collision detection. It also provides accurate offline programming of complex systems. The VRC supports all standard INFORM (robot language) programming instructions and completely simulates YRC1000 controller software in the PC environment, including system configuration functions and condition file editing.

  MotoSim EG-VRC software adds the capability to simulate independent/coordinated motion functions and twin synchronous functions that enhance the interaction between the robots and external motion devices. Up to 15 axes of motion are accommodated.

  MotoSim EG-VRC greatly increases the “real” robot experience while programming offline on a computer. Minimizing fixturing errors and reducing robot installation time, offline programming allows manufacturers to keep their actual robot systems running, while programming a new part to be processed.

  The FS100, DX200, DX100 and NX100 robot controllers are also supported. Workcells created previously in MotoSim EG can be run with MotoSim EG-VRC. Easy-to-create AVI and 3D PDF files allow viewing and sharing of cell layouts or program operation. Regarding the ladder, viewing the angle and start/stop playback of the robot program can be modified within the 3D PDF file.

  About Yaskawa Motoman
  Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With over 540,000 Motoman^® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing, spot welding and clinical laboratory specimen processing. For more information, please visit our website at www.motoman.com or call 937.847.6200.