Analysis:
Autonomous bin picking is a common robotics application, but it is rarely, if ever, referred to as “easy to use.” Deploying autonomous bin picking systems usually requires integration and programming efforts customers can’t do themselves. ActiNav changed that as it doesn’t require programming expertise to deploy. ActiNav uses a teach-by-demonstration approach via a wizard-guided setup process on the cobot’s teach pendant. The system can be deployed in less than two hours. ActiNav mirrors the mantra of the other UR+ application kits: make it easier for customers to deploy automation and lower their risk. In addition, Universal Robots’ application-oriented solutions help with continuous product introductions, an expanding customer base, and new revenue streams. – Steve Crowe

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