Case Studies & White Papers

Below are some case studies on how Applied Robotics provided solutions to various challenges in a variety of applications. Also available are educational white papers covering many frequently asked questions regarding automation. If you’d like to do a case study or have an idea and would like to co-author a white paper, please contact us at info@appliedrobotics.com

New Releases:

Pneumatic Grippers Preventing Medical Device Inconsistencies A leading provider of medical devices needed a like-for-like pneumatic gripper to alleviate product mishandling, recurring downtime, and high maintenance costs. Read about the solution the Applied Robotics’ team of engineers provided.	Tool Changer Application Spotlight A leader in gas turbine technology needed a heat resistant tool changer, a custom Epsilon Tool Changer was implemented into the harsh environment and has been providing success for over 7 years now.
CRG Automation Case Study Pneumatic Grippers tailored for removing and packaging warheads without damage.	DePeuter Case Study The ARPG Bag Gripper, a pneumatic gripper with a hard coating for protection in extreme environments was implemented
IVR Innovation Case Study The OPR Gripper (O-ring Gripper) brings repeatability and accuracy to the assembly process.

Old Releases:

ARTomation Case Study Tool changing for the Painting industry requires the strength to stand up to solvents.	Autoliv Case Study
AZ Automotive Corporation The Sigma tool changer reduces space in a working robotic cell.	CAF Case Study with photos The Sigma 5 Tool Changer can handle very large and heavy parts — like train cars.
Collision Sensor for Arc Welding The QuickSTOP collision sensor is perfect for repeatability and weld quality without warping the metal.	Collision Sensor for Laser-Beam Welding The QuickSTOP collision sensor protects expensive lasers and robotic arms creating reliability and consistent work in this high-tech and highly sensitive application.
Collision Sensor for Plasma Cutting The QuickSTOP collision sensor protects costly torch heads and controls the unit to prevent poor quality or “wavy” cuts.	Comau Pico Ford Expedition The Sigma tool changer’s low profile with a custom I/O module helps the Ford Expedition Extended Cab series.
Daimler Chrysler The Sigma tool changer can be retrofitted to accommodate different utilities regardless of future changes at the plant.	GI at ARI Applied Robotics’ products and solutions work in General Industry – a.k.a. Every industry.
Hatch Technology Case Study ARI’s QuickSTOP collision sensor helps prevent dangerous and costly spills of a radioactive ingredient used to treat Cancer.	Heavy Duty Bag Gripper Case Study The ARI Heavy Duty Bag Gripper (HDBG) is robust enough to last in the harshest of environments.
High Temp Tool Changer ARI’s tool changer that can stand up to 1600 degrees F.	Listowel Technology ARI’s tool changer and tool stand accommodating  very small spaces.
Needles Some Help ARI heavy duty and sturdy grippers hold up to hard, continuous work, saving a plant $180,000 a year.	Significant improvements at Automotive Stamping Plant ARI decreases feed bar rail nuisance faults by 95% with new module.
Smart Gripper 3.0 Solar Panels ARI’s SmartGripper’s variable touch can handle large glass bowls at high speeds without breaking them.