A U.S. company, Itech, uses ABB's 6-axis IRB 4400 robot to improve production efficiency, shorten production cycle and save costs.
The document tells the story of Itech’s adoption of an ABB IRB 4400 robot, called “Abby”, to automate the ultrasonic welding of plastic spools. By integrating the 6‑axis robot, Itech reduced labor, cycle time and achieved a rapid return on investment.
Key results include a 45 % reduction in man‑hours, a 23 % cut in cycle time, and an ROI of under eight months, allowing the company to increase capacity and maintain its safety record.
| Robot model | IRB 4400 |
|---|---|
| Axis count | 6‑axis |
| Gripper type | 6‑axis arms with grippers |
| Injection molding machine capacity | 390‑ton |
Man‑hours were reduced by 45 percent.
The return on investment was less than eight months.
Cycle time was reduced by 23 percent.