Universal Robots Introduces Gen 7 Platform with Enhanced Accessibility and Cybersecurity Features
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Universal Robots unveiled its Gen 7 robotics platform at PACK EXPO in Chicago, focusing on accessibility, connectivity, and physical AI. This platform simplifies the integration of vision systems and peripheral equipment while ensuring compliance with the EU Cyber Resilience Act through built-in cybersecurity features and various certifications.
The Gen 7 platform, which includes the CB7 Core controller and Polyscope X software, aims to attract manufacturers new to automation by reducing implementation complexity. Silas Neale, regional sales manager at Teradyne Robotics, emphasized that this technology opens doors for broader automation adoption across various industries.
Universal Robots plans to continue enhancing the Gen 7 platform, which integrates Cognex 2D and 3D industrial vision systems, providing a unified interface for operators. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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