In context
In May 2023, collaborative robots were expanding beyond light-duty tasks, with manufacturers pushing payload and reach to serve heavier industrial applications. Techman Robot's launch at Automate 2023 reflected this trend, targeting sectors like automotive assembly and machine tending.
What was reported
Techman Robot introduced the TM AI Cobot S Series, featuring the TM25S model with a 25 kg payload and a reach exceeding 190 cm—claimed as the longest in its class. The cobot integrates a built-in vision system and AI technology for precision tasks such as machine tool material handling and automotive assembly.
Performance improvements include a 25% faster cycle time due to enhanced motor speed, and repeatability improved by up to 70% in certain models, reaching 0.03 mm. The control box is upgraded to IP54 for dust and water resistance.
Safety certifications include TÜV PL=d Category 3, ISO 13849-1, ISO 10218-1, plus regional UL, CSA, and CE. Techman also introduced TMflow 2 software to simplify programming and integration.
Why it mattered
The TM25S signaled a move toward heavier-payload cobots capable of handling more demanding tasks, potentially broadening cobot adoption in industries that previously relied on traditional industrial robots.
“With the ‘longest reach’ in the 25 kg payload cobot market (over 190 cm), the TM25S offers unparalleled flexibility and adaptability in various working environments.”
Source: Robotics & Automation News (roboticsandautomationnews.com) · Published 2023-05-24 · “Techman launches new collaborative robot with ‘longest reach’”