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Robotic arms & robotic automation

Robotics and automation is the automatic execution of repetitive, precise production tasks by robots, machines and control software. ORELSIS works in both software and robotics, delivering robotic cell integration, machine vision quality control, PLC and robot controller integration, and fleet software for autonomous mobile robots. We validate cells with digital commissioning before they reach the floor.

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Challenge

Robots and machines often run disconnected from production management systems. Cell commissioning drags on on site and quality checks are done by hand. Managing equipment from different vendors in a single flow becomes difficult.

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Capabilities

Run robots, machines and software in one flow

01

Robotic cell integration

Brings robots, conveyors, fixtures and safety equipment together in one control flow.

02

Machine vision quality control

Detects defects on the line using cameras and image processing, and logs the results in the quality system.

03

PLC and controller integration

Connects PLCs and robot controllers to higher-level systems via industrial protocols such as OPC UA.

04

AMR fleet orchestration

Assigns tasks to autonomous mobile robots, plans routes and manages traffic from central software.

05

Digital commissioning

Simulates the cell in a virtual environment and catches programming errors before they reach the floor.

06

Performance monitoring

Collects cycle times, downtime and error codes and reports them to maintenance and production teams.

Our cobot brandcoborel

Coborel is the cobot (collaborative robot) solutions brand of ORELSIS. It integrates collaborative robots into your line across ten applications, from palletising and welding to inspection and cutting, with one team from feasibility to service.

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coborel.com

Ten applications, one arm family

  • 01Palletising
  • 02Welding
  • 03Machine tending
  • 04Painting
  • 05Screwdriving
  • 06Gluing & dispensing
  • 07Inspection
  • 08Refuelling
  • 09Grinding & polishing
  • 10Laser cutting

Every application runs live in a real-time 3D scene on coborel.com. ORELSIS builds the cell and connects it to your production, quality and traceability systems through OREL MRP, QMS and TTS.

Guide

Robotic arms & automation: what you need to know

What is a robotic arm?

A robotic arm is a programmable industrial manipulator that moves on joints, much like a human arm. Using a gripper, vacuum cup or custom tool at its end, it picks, moves, places or processes parts. Industrial robotic arms perform repetitive tasks at the same speed and precision, shift after shift.

A robotic arm does not create value on the shop floor by itself: it needs a robot cell in which it works with conveyors, sensors, safety fencing, a vision system and PLCs, plus software that connects the cell to production systems. ORELSIS designs, installs and connects the whole system.

Robotic arm applications

  • Pick & place: picking parts from conveyors, bins or fixtures and placing them.
  • Palletising and depalletising: stacking cases, bags and crates onto pallets by pattern.
  • Machine tending: loading and unloading CNC, press and injection-moulding machines.
  • Packaging and end-of-line automation: boxing, labelling and shipping preparation.
  • Vision-guided quality control: rejecting and recording defective products with cameras.

How does a robotic automation project run?

A robotic automation project starts with an on-site analysis of the task: cycle time, part variety, weight and safety requirements. Then the robot, gripper and cell layout are designed; PLC and robot programs are tested in a virtual cell to shorten on-site commissioning. Finally, the cell is connected to MES, ERP, quality and traceability systems and its performance is monitored live.

To see the payback on a robotic arm investment using your own figures, use the robotics module of our ROI calculator.

What to consider when choosing a robotic arm

  • Payload and reach: must match part weight and cell layout.
  • Cycle time: must keep up with the line, evaluated together with the gripper and motion profile.
  • Repeatability: decisive for precise placement tasks.
  • Safety: fencing, area scanners or a collaborative robot (cobot), chosen by risk assessment.
  • Integration: the robot controller must talk to PLCs and higher-level systems over standard protocols.
Our approach

How we deliver it

  1. 01

    Analyse the process

    We review on site which tasks suit automation, along with cycle times and safety requirements.

  2. 02

    Design the cell

    We design the robot, vision system and control architecture, and validate layout and flow in a digital model.

  3. 03

    Commission digitally

    We test PLC and robot programs in a virtual cell, which shortens commissioning time on site.

  4. 04

    Connect to your systems

    We connect the cell to your MES, quality and traceability systems and monitor its performance live.

Related products

Products behind this solution

Production & Planning

OREL MRP

Plan production, track the shop floor, improve continuously.

Traceability & Tracking

OREL TTS

Trace every lot and serial from raw material to shipment.

Quality Management System

OREL QMS

Automate your quality processes and regulatory compliance.

Maintenance Management System

OREL IMS

Plan maintenance and see failures before they happen.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The price varies considerably with the robot's payload and reach, the gripper, the safety equipment and the cell's software integration. After a site analysis we define the scope and send a written proposal. You can see the payback using your own figures in our ROI calculator.

It suits repetitive tasks with a defined cycle, where the part position is known or can be detected by a camera, such as picking from conveyors, boxing, machine tending and sorting.

In most cases, yes. We review the end-of-line space, product variety and pallet patterns and design the cell to fit your existing conveyor and labelling systems.

Cobots are designed to work alongside people within low speed and force limits; industrial robotic arms are faster and handle heavier payloads but usually need safety fencing or area scanners. The choice is driven by risk assessment and cycle time.

No, we are vendor-neutral. We assess your existing equipment and project requirements to choose the right control and integration approach.

Digital commissioning means testing robot and PLC programs in a virtual cell model before physical installation. Errors are found before they reach the floor, which shortens commissioning.

Yes. We connect the cell to your MES, ERP, quality and traceability systems through standard protocols and APIs. Work orders, results and error data flow automatically.

Let's digitalise your operations together.

In a 30-minute call, we'll listen to your needs and show you the right OREL products live.

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