IRB 660 Palletizing Robot
The IRB 660 is ABB's advanced 4-axis palletizing robot engineered for end-of-line operations where speed, precision, and reliability are paramount. With payload capacities up to 250 kg and reach of 3.15 meters, the IRB 660 brings efficiency and consistency to palletizing, depalletizing, and end-of-line material handling. This robust robot handles bags, boxes, crates, bottles, and various products across manufacturing, logistics, and food & beverage industries. Heavy-duty construction ensures dependable performance in demanding environments.
Specifications
Robot Type
4-Axis Palletizing Robot
Number of Axes
4
Payload Variants
180-250 kg
Reach
3.15 m
Robot Weight
1650 kg
Base Dimensions
1136 x 850 mm
Position Repeatability
0.1 mm
Path Repeatability
0.3 mm
IP Protection
IP54
Operating Temperature
5°C to 45°C
Applications
Palletizing, Depalletizing, End-of-line handling, Case packing, Bag handling
Industries
Manufacturing, Logistics, Food & beverage, Automotive
Available Variants
IRB 660-180/3.15, IRB 660-250/3.15
Key Features
Powerful 4-axis design optimized specifically for palletizing applications
High payload capacity up to 250 kg enabling multiple product stacks
Extended reach of 3.15 meters covering large pallet areas and high stacking requirements
Fast cycle times reducing end-of-line bottlenecks and increasing throughput
Precision accuracy ensuring consistent pallet patterns and product placement
Robust construction designed for harsh industrial environments and heavy continuous use
Reliable performance with extended service intervals reducing maintenance downtime
Flexible gripper integration supporting various product types and pallet configurations
Repeatable positioning accuracy (0.1 mm) ensuring product consistency across pallets
Versatile mounting options for integration into existing production lines
Product Description
The IRB 660 is ABB's advanced 4-axis palletizing robot engineered for end-of-line operations where speed, precision, and reliability are paramount. With payload capacities up to 250 kg and reach of 3.15 meters, the IRB 660 brings efficiency and consistency to palletizing, depalletizing, and end-of-line material handling. This robust robot handles bags, boxes, crates, bottles, and various products across manufacturing, logistics, and food & beverage industries. Heavy-duty construction ensures dependable performance in demanding environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
The IRB 660 is versatile and can handle a wide variety of products including bags, boxes, crates, bottles, cartons, and irregular packages. With its 250 kg payload capacity, it can stack multiple items or handle heavy single products, making it suitable for manufacturing, logistics, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical applications.
The IRB 660's fast cycle times and precision accuracy eliminate bottlenecks at the end of production lines. It maintains consistent pallet patterns, works continuously 24/7 without fatigue, handles heavy loads safely, and integrates with conveyor systems and other automation, significantly increasing throughput.
Yes, the IRB 660 is highly flexible. Through gripper changes and programming modifications, it can handle different pallet types (wooden pallets, plastic pallets, custom fixtures), various packing patterns, and different stack heights. RobotStudio software simplifies reconfiguration for product changes.
The IRB 660 is engineered for reliability with extended service intervals. Regular maintenance includes lubrication of joints, inspection of electrical connections, and gripper maintenance. ABB provides detailed maintenance schedules and can support predictive maintenance through Connected Services monitoring.
Yes, the IRB 660 is specifically designed for continuous industrial operation. Its robust construction, proven reliability, and extended service intervals make it ideal for round-the-clock palletizing in manufacturing and logistics. Remote monitoring through Connected Services helps optimize uptime.
ROI depends on specific application, labor replacement costs, and productivity gains. Typically, palletizing robots pay for themselves within 2-3 years through labor cost reduction, increased throughput, fewer damaged products, and improved safety. ABB can provide customized ROI analysis for your operations.