Learn more about common applications for your manufacturing sourcing needs in China.

Learn more about design process for your manufacturing sourcing needs in China.

Robot Cell Design & Integration Guide

Q: Robot Cell Components

Learn more about robot cell components for your manufacturing sourcing needs in China.

Robot cells are the building blocks of flexible automation. A well-designed robotic workcell integrates the robot arm, end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), safety systems, and peripherals into a productive system.

Robot Cell Components

Robot Arm: 6-axis (most common), SCARA, delta, or collaborative
Controller: Executes programs, communicates with PLCs/HMIs
EOAT: Grippers, welding torches, vision cameras, dispensers
Positioners: Rotary tables, trunnions, conveyors
Safety: Light curtains, mats, laser scanners, fencing

Common Applications

Application	Robot Type	Cycle Time
Spot Welding	6-axis (160-280 kg)	30-60 sec
Arc Welding	6-axis (6-20 kg)	2-10 min
Machine Tending	6-axis (20-50 kg)	15-60 sec
Material Handling	6-axis or SCARA	5-30 sec

Design Process

Application analysis & requirements
Robot selection (reach, payload, speed)
3D simulation layout
EOAT design with sensors
Safety assessment per ISO 10218
PLC/HMI programming
On-site commissioning

Sourcing in China

Key robot brands: FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa (international); Estun, Siasun, Inovance (Chinese). Hundreds of integrators in Guangdong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang.

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