A revolution in automated manufacturing
The fully electric and compact piCOBOT® Electric vacuum unit from Piab continues to redefine cobot applications by eliminating pneumatic hoses and cabling.
The energy-efficient piCOBOT® Electric vacuum pump has already achieved market success, and now Piab is taking the next step by expanding its application range. The solution is now available with a plug & play integration for FANUC CRX collaborative robots.
The piCOBOT® Electric ensures maximum lifting efficiency without the need for compressed air. Its lightweight and compact design, combined with energy efficiency and innovative gripping tools, provides unmatched performance and flexibility. Fully electric, the piCOBOT® Electric significantly boosts productivity when handling dense or slightly porous materials, or in applications where compressed air is not an option. With a single connection on the robot arm, the setup is simple, and full freedom of movement is maintained.
The new configuration for FANUC CRX is a complete package, including a software plugin, mechanical interface, and dedicated cabling for safe and easy installation and operation with the cobot. Naturally, being a Piab solution, it is backed by the company’s ever-growing range of suction cups and grippers for customised use in any working environment.
User Benefits:
- Simplified product selection: Pre-configured for optimal use with FANUC CRX cobots
- Easy installation: Plug & play execution with software plugin, electric cable, and mounting tools simplifies the setup
- Enhanced programming and use: The FANUC CRX plugin enables intuitive programming and quick commissioning
- Fully electric vacuum generation: No compressed air system required
- Lightweight and compact: Allows direct mounting on the cobot’s tool flange
- Unlimited robot arm movement: No tangled hoses or cables
- Application customisation: Wide range of Piab suction cups and grippers
Target Applications:
- E-commerce, logistics, and warehousing
- Packaging and palletising
- Machine tending
- Parts assembly
The market launch of the plug & play piCOBOT® Electric vacuum pump for FANUC CRX cobots took place on April 29, 2025. Pricing is available through the configurator on Piab’s website.