In today’s demanding industrial landscape, manufacturers across sectors are seeking smarter solutions that boost quality, enhance worker ergonomics, and increase profitability. FANUC’s new Collaborative Mobile Dispense Cart rises to that challenge—delivering precision, flexibility, and simplicity in an automated dispensing system built for modern production needs.

The solution pairs FANUC’s Integral Servo Dispenser software with Graco’s state-of-the-art continuous flow dispensing equipment to create a mobile platform designed for agility and performance. At its core is the FANUC CRX-30iA collaborative robot, equipped with end-of-arm adhesive metering, FANUC’s 3DV/400 vision camera, and SpotTool+ software. This combination enables highly accurate and repeatable dispensing—all within a compact, mobile footprint.

Why Automate Dispensing?

Manual dispensing is physically and mentally taxing, requiring trained operators to maintain exceptional precision over long hours. Repetitive motion and ergonomical challenges, exposure to hazardous materials, and complex maintenance routines all take a toll. FANUC’s automated dispensing solution not only alleviates these challenges but also unlocks greater speed, consistency, and cost savings.

Game-Changing Features and Benefits:

Consistent Control: The servo-driven system adjusts flow rate for adhesives and sealants dynamically as the robot changes speed, ensuring the right bead size every time—without the need for complex programming.
More Uptime, Less Waste: A direct connection between the Graco metering pump and the dispense valve minimizes the effects of viscosity variation and virtually eliminates the need for purging, reducing waste and boosting productivity.
Maintenance Made Easy: The dispense system is designed for rapid maintenance without needing to flush adhesive lines, cutting downtime and disposal costs.
Vision-Guided Accuracy: With FANUC iRVision 3DV, the cobot identifies part locations, adjusts for speed through curves, and can even verify bead presence—bringing a new level of intelligence to dispensing operations.

Built for Versatility and Seamless Integration

Deployable across a wide variety of industries, this integrated dispense solution can be quickly added to existing operations without redesigning floorspace or adding traditional robot safety infrastructure. Thanks to the CRX’s collaborative nature, it can work safely alongside human operators, increasing throughput while allowing team members to focus on more complex, value-added tasks.

The Future of Dispensing Is Here

From electronics and automotive to aerospace and general manufacturing, FANUC’s Collaborative Mobile Dispense Cart is redefining automated dispensing with precision, efficiency, and unmatched ease of use. For companies looking to improve quality, reduce waste, and empower their workforce, this cobot-led solution delivers on every front.

Technical Highlights

CRX-30iA Cobot:
- 30 kg payload
- 1756 mm reach
- Integrated iRVision 3DV sensor
Dispense System Specs:
- Continuous flow up to 10 cc/sec
- Viscosity range: 50,000 to 1,500,000 cps
- Fully heated up to 165°F (70°C)
- Directly controlled through FANUC’s motion system—no third-party controllers needed