MiR Introduces MC600 Mobile Cobot for Complex Industrial Automation!

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) has unveiled the MC600, an advanced mobile cobot system designed to automate complex workflows in industrial environments. Combining MiR’s MiR600 mobile robot base with Universal Robots’ (UR) collaborative robot arms (UR20/UR30), the MC600 handles payloads of up to 600 kg (1,322 lbs), making it a powerful solution for automating tasks such as palletizing, box handling, and machine tending.

The MC600 addresses multiple automation challenges by enabling continuous operation with minimal downtime. Its extended reach from the UR20/UR30 arms allows it to access previously challenging areas for smaller cobots, significantly improving productivity and efficiency in tasks across diverse industrial applications.

By managing the movement of heavy goods, the MC600 helps to Reduce physical strain on workers, Enhance workplace safety and Allow human employees to focus on higher-value assignments. These features align with the growing need for ergonomic improvements in industrial environments.

The MC600 is powered by a unified software platform developed by MiR Go partner Enabled Robotics, which ensures smooth coordination between the mobile base and robotic arms. This integration simplifies implementation into existing workflows, making the system both user-friendly and efficient.

“The MC600 merges the ‘legs’ of a mobile robot with the ‘arms’ of a cobot, addressing complex automation challenges like palletizing and machine tending with a single system,” said Jean-Pierre Hathout, President of MiR. Unlike custom or experimental humanoid robots, the MC600 is ready for immediate industrial use, delivering flexibility, safety, and efficiency to meet today’s automation demands.

The MC600 is now available directly from MiR, offering a scalable, reliable solution for businesses looking to enhance their industrial automation workflows.