The demand for smaller, more powerful, and increasingly functional devices continues to surge, spanning a wide range of applications—from implantable medical devices (such as pacemakers and miniaturized hearing aids) to non-invasive surgical tools and consumer electronics (like smartwatches). However, this trend toward miniaturization presents a challenge: how can we efficiently assemble and manufacture these intricate and delicate devices on a large-scale production level?

Our first work cell tackles the intricate task of rapidly picking and placing microscale parts with precise control. To achieve this, we've integrated a Fanuc SR-3ia Scara robot with a camera, optimized lighting, and an Asyril vibratory feeder. This combination allows our vision system to identify correctly oriented parts within the feeder and pick them up rapidly, regardless of initial rotation. The Fanuc SR-3ia was selected for its compact size, throughput speeds, field reliability, and excellent service. Over the next month our team will complete build, programming, and integration of this system.  We look forward to meeting and exceeding our customers needs in the months to come.