Bosch Rexroth Expanding Linear Axes Portfolio to Accommodate Heavier Payloads

In response to a growing need to transfer heavier items faster and more efficiently throughout manufacturing processes and a rapidly changing e-commerce landscape in supply chain operations, Bosch Rexroth has expanded its extensive compact modules portfolio. The new size, 280, can support items up to 250 kg, which makes it ideal for transferring battery modules, machine tools, furniture, palletizing gantries, robotic transfer units, and other larger items.

“Today’s manufacturers and warehouse operators are constantly searching for solutions to help them meet diverse consumer needs, including with their heaviest items,” said Sean Barunas, sales product manager, Bosch Rexroth. "These modules are engineered to meet those requirements and open new possibilities for Cartesian robot solutions."

Compared to the largest version to date - the 200 - performance (more weight with the same dynamics) with the 280 increases by more than 50 percent. Payloads of up to 250 kg can be moved over a length of 5,500 mm. The high acceleration of up to 5 g and a maximum speed of 5 m/s are suited for short cycle times while maintaining high degrees of precision. As a configurable component, the modules can shorten the engineering of single axes, multi-axis, and Cartesian robots. The modules can be paired with automation packages that include a motor, drive, and controls, which speed up commissioning and make operating easier.

Additional applications for the 280 module within manufacturing and warehouse operations lie in pick-and-place processes and transporting robots or cobots from one point in the line to another. The increased load capacity allows the module to withstand more than 4x the cantilevered forces as the 200 model.

For more information on Bosch Rexroth’s complete line of compact module solutions, please visit boschrexroth-us.com.

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