Die Casting

FAQS

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• Can you repair (or modify) my Robosuit?

  Yes — on both accounts. Our manufacturing facilities pioneered many of the unique features built into each Robosuit. We understand the unique requirements of your robot’s full operating envelope, suit material properties, and joint options and can evaluate the condition of the returned suit to inform you if it can be repaired and at what cost. In most cases, repairs take only days and can be prioritized if you are grappling with an outage situation.

• Do you stock Robosuits?

  Yes, but in a very limited capacity. Each Robosuit is custom-made to your specifications. You need not pay for a full suit if you only need to cover the robot’s upper arm or wrist. We manufacture your suit to your unique needs and will never sell you more than you need.

  Lead times vary throughout the year (as manufacturing cycles across the globe often dictate). We strive to maintain a 4- to 6-week turnaround time. In some instances (particularly when we must pattern a newly released robot model), we work with our integrators and OEMs to pattern new suits as soon as they arrive stateside.

  In some instances, customers have upgraded/modified their Robosuits and have asked if they can return UNUSED SHELF STOCK suits. We accommodate many of these requests. As a result, we have a very limited inventory of NEW, NEVER BEFORE INSTALLED Robosuits. If you find yourself in an emergency outage situation—and require an immediate asset, please call us at (513) 633-2585 to see if we have a unit available in inventory.

• What does a Robosuit cover?

  Each Robosuit is designed to fit over the casting of the robot. We cover the robot joints and stationary base (as an option) and terminate the suit at the tool flange. Robot cable covers (if part of the OEM architecture) are included, such as when a large bundle is routed from the lower arm to the shoulder. Tooling cables/wire, air hoses, j-boxes, valve packs, or (custom) electrical runs are usually NOT covered by the suit. These must be removed from the robot before suiting the robot and then re-installed through the provided mounting plate covers. These covers are provided as part of your purchase and are located at the OEM hardware mounting pads and/or electrical connections.

• What is the cost of a typical Robosuit?

  Our Robosuits are often custom designed exactly for your needs so the pricing is different per customer. Pricing is dependent on many factors including the size of your robot, the type of material needed, the environment your robot operates in, heating/cooling/pressurization needs, and many other factors. With more than 5,000 Robosuits delivered to date, we have the right combination of expertise and materials to find you the lowest-cost solution for your needs.

• How long should I expect my Robosuit to last?

  Every application is unique. For example, if your robot is operating in an indoor, air-conditioned, palletizing environment and you simply desire to protect the robot from dust/dirt/debris and are only operating the arm at 40% servo-speeds while taking the necessary steps to keep cabling, pneumatic lines, and other obstacles from rubbing on the suit, then you should expect your Robosuit to last for years. In similar situations, many of our customer’s suits have been used for as long as 7 to 10 years without needing repair or replacement.

  On the other hand, if your robot is operating in an unconditioned, hot, wet, sandy foundry application and you expose the suit to 1,000°F temperatures, move the arm at nearly 100% servo speeds and allow cabling, pneumatic lines, or other obstacles to rub against it, you will need to repair or replace it within a much shorter time frame.