Latin America. Epson announced the launch of its S-250 series high-precision sensors, in line with the strategy announced by the company's President, who stated that Epson would strengthen and expand its robotics area to align with the needs in this growing and challenging industry.
The new S250 series sensors allow robots to control the force they apply to the objects they manipulate, allowing users to automate complex manufacturing tasks, improving their productivity. Precision robotics is not new to Epson.
More than 30 years ago the company began with its first developments in the area, for a need of its own: the assembly of parts in watches. With the development of the company's proprietary and patented technologies, Epson has achieved international recognition in its robots for their compact design, energy efficiency, high-precision control, superior durability and high-speed operation.
Minoru Usui, Global CEO of the company, stated at the end of 2015 that "robots today account for only 1.5% of the company in sales. But by fiscal year 2025 we aim to generate annual revenue of US$ 833 million for the company. It will be one of our core businesses."
Precision mechatronics (integration of multiple disciplines of advanced engineering) is what allows to work with high precision and gives durability to robots, while the efficient, compact and precise technology, original of the company, guarantees high speed, superior precision and low level of vibration.
Another original Epson technology used in robots is sensing technology, which allows accurate calculation of time, pressure and motion. Through quartz sensors made with Epson's original QMEMS technology, the company has managed to improve both the speed and accuracy of the operation of its robots.
The company has also employed image processing technologies to accurately identify the work being processed. These technologies have enabled Epson to increase the value of its products and contribute to the automation of production efficiency. Epson developed the S250 series force sensors, for its autonomous double-arm robot, an innovative tool for production, aimed at the industrial sector, which has the ability to see, feel, think and work.
In addition to the autonomous double-arm robot, which is still under development, the company has adapted its force sensor to be used throughout its range of robots. In the near future, Epson is set to revolutionize robotics with strategies as innovative as they are challenging. The company is dedicated to aligning with customer needs in a wide variety of industries and lessening obstacles to automation.
