Datalogic Matrix320

New Datalogic Matrix 320 5MP code reader enhances traceability for machine builders and end users.

Datalogic, a global leader in the automatic data capture and process automation markets, is introducing a new image based code reader to empower intralogistics traceability of products and components for machine builders and end users.

The new Matrix 320 5MP reader features an extended lens and lightings portfolio to solve a broader range of applications, including those with a large depth of field (DoF) or field of view (FoV).

Datalogic’s latest reader in the Matrix range is Industry 4.0 ready, featuring complete embedded Industrial Connectivity (including OPC UA), which helps to reduce cost of integration. It is ideally suited to intralogistics, e-commerce, retail, manufacturing and logistics automation tasks.

“The Matrix 320 5MP reader’s modular design – with a complete portfolio of lenses, lightings, filters, and accessories – provides top levels of flexibility and minimises time and cost, helping system integrators to find effective, powerful solutions to grow the business opportunities for applications in any industrial environment,” said Morena Corradini, Product Marketing Manager at Datalogic.

“Quick reaction times and hands-free applications further improve operator efficiency. The reader’s outstanding performance will increase throughput and overall productivity for the end user,” she said.

Illumination has been further enhanced in the new Matrix 320 5MP model, with Very High Power (VHP) illuminator, featuring 36 LEDs, or an Ultra High Power (UHP) illuminator, featuring 72 LEDs, to enhance productivity for applications with demanding speed, distance, and DoF.

The new scanner features an embedded distance sensor, with Time of Flight (ToF) technology that automatically detects reading distance to dynamically optimise scanning performance.

Simple aiming systems, with cross-projection and a new grid pattern, allow the scanner to project visible read feedback on the label for an easy-to-see visual reading area, improving manual performance.

Applications

Datalogic’s new Matrix 320 reader can be used in a wide variety of applications, including: Intralogistics, Logistic, E-Commerce, Retail and Logistic Automation applications such as:

• Inbound / Outbound Pallet Picking (Forklift);

• Print & Apply verification (Re-labelling);

• Order Fulfillment (Automatic/Manual) and Order Verification;

• Tote verification;

• Apparel and Small Items traceability;

• Depalletizing, Palletizing, Cage Preparation;

• Pallet Traceability / Pallet Wrapping;

• Reverse Logistic.

Manufacturing applications such as:

• Automotive Work in Progress (WIP) and Traceability;

• Component / Part Traceability;

• Secondary Packaging Traceability (bundling);

• End of Line Traceability.

Reduced Total Cost of Ownership

The new Matrix 320 5MP reader has been designed as a complete solution, and reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through its ease of installation, configuration, and operation.

Modular assembly C-Mount models provide the highest level of flexibility and combination of parts, to enable system integrators to service the largest variety of industrial applications.

“The C-Mount modular assembly models provide a complete portfolio of accessories with a full set of interchangeable lenses (8mm, 12mm, 16mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm), two illuminator colours (blue and white) in two power versions, and accessories with a smart modular design,” says Corradini.

“Full industrial connectivity, overall compactness, rotating connectors, and a top industrial grade make Matrix 320 5MP extremely easy to fit into every industrial environment,” she said.

Universal Robots 20kg cobot

Universal Robots adds all-new 20kg industrial cobot to its leading portfolio.

Universal Robots, the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), has announced that it will add a new 20kg cobot to its product range. Called the UR20, the cobot boasts an all-new design based on Universal Robots’ experience in highly refined engineering and is the latest addition to the company’s strong portfolio of cobots.

The UR20 is the best demonstration yet of Universal Robots’ unrivalled innovation in the cobot space, featuring an entirely new joint design that will allow for even faster cycle times as well as the ability to handle heavier loads. Its 1750mm reach has been designed to work to the full height of the standard Euro-pallet, which will transform the way businesses package and palletize, while its small footprint will allow companies to achieve more within their existing production space. In addition to palletizing, Universal Robots expects the UR20 to be used for welding, material handling, machine loading and machine tending, as well as for innovative solutions created by its extensive partner ecosystem. “This is not just a bigger version of our existing cobots; it’s the cobot redefined,” says the company’s President, Kim Povlsen. “The UR20 is the most innovative cobot we have produced and the latest evolution in 17 years of technical experience in the robotics industry. Our expert engineers have completely re-engineered the arm while retaining the same intuitive user interface we have long been celebrated for.” universal-robots.com blog.universal-robots.com

Universal Robots launched the world’s first commercially viable cobot in 2008 and has since built an ecosystem of more than 1,100 integrators, distributors and independent partners creating components, kits and applications for its cobots.

The UR20 will begin shipping in Q2 2023.