Universal Robots (UR) has introduced its UR8 Long, which is a long-reach collaborative robot designed for industrial automation tasks like welding, bin picking and inspection.
According to its developers, the UR8 Long offers the same 1,750 mm reach as the UR20 but with a slimmer profile, 30% lighter mass and an 8 kg payload capacity. Its compact design makes it appropriate for space-constrained cells, overhead systems and gantries.
Source: UR
“The UR8 Long is a smart robotic arm that can reach farther and do more than ever before. It’s designed to help people and businesses work faster, more safely, and with less physical effort,” its developers explained. "Whether it’s lifting, moving, or handling tasks that are repetitive or hard on the body, this robot makes the job easier. Its longer reach means it can cover more space, and its advanced features open new ways to automate work that used to be done by hand.”
The system runs on UR’s PolyScope 5 and PolyScope X platforms and supports MotionPlus, an advanced motion control package that integrates with linear axes, rotary positioners, and turntables.
Enhanced freedrive features allow operators to manually guide the arm, simplifying setup and programming.
Designed with welding applications in mind, the UR8 Long emphasizes ease of use and precision.
The robot is reportedly capable of tackling full-bin picking tasks, reaching deep corners with faster wrist joints and compact tool flanges. UR said the design achieves up to 30% faster cycle times compared with previous generations.
