2.2.RiskAssessment
2.2.1.GeneralRiskAssessment
WARNING
The user must have read and understood all of the instructionsin the following manual before
operating the Robotiq Palletizing Solution. Any use of the Palletizing Solution in non-compliance with
these instructionsisdeemed inappropriate and may cause injury or damage.
It is the user'sresponsibility to ensure that all local safety measuresand regulationsare met.
The entire cell (i.e., the robot, the PowerPick Vacuum Gripper or any other gripper, and any other equipment used in the final
application) must go through a comprehensive risk assessment process before they can be used.
In order to make the palletizing cell collaborative, several aspects should be taken into consideration. All cells being different, it is
important to perform a risk assessment and to enforce the required standards. Please note that the results of the risk assessment
depend on the usage and application.
The following non-exhaustive list presents risksthat must be assessed during the integration process:
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Risk of load ejection resulting from loss of vacuum.
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Risk of load dropping resulting from lossof vacuum.
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Risk of pinching any moving component of the Robotiq Palletizing Solution or the robot.
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Risk of damage or breaking if using a custom suction cup bracket that doesnot meet the technical requirements.
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Risk of damaged objects or injury resulting from a collision between an object and the robot, the gripper or the boxes.
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Risk of injury resulting from a collision between a person and the Solution.
Additional hazards may be present, depending on the configuration and what isbeing palletized. For instance, the object handled
by the gripper could be inherently dangerous to the operator.
To ensure an adequate level of safety, floor markings must be applied to delineate safe zones around the Solution. It isthe
responsibility of the integrator to establish the proper safe distance from the Solution to protect the user.
DANGER
A collision between a person and the Solution may result in material damage, bodily injury and even
death. Make sure anyone working around the Palletizing cell takesall necessary precautions:
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Before starting the machine, make sure there isenough clearance around the Palletizer and make
sure no one isin the work area of the Solution.
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During palletization, it ispossible to accessthe cell from all sides. The customer hasto assessthe
risksaccordingly.
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