Injection Molding Machine Robots for Part Take-Out & Automation

After the mold opens, the robot enters the mold area, uses its end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) to grip or pick the part, retracts to clear the mold before it closes, and traverses to the downstream release or placement position. The robot controller coordinates this sequence with the injection molding machine through interlock signals.

Robot selection for an existing IMM requires confirming the machine's physical dimensions, mold size, mold-open space, available mounting, and any downstream constraints. Required robot stroke on each axis, part and EOAT payload, take-out time, and downstream placement all affect which configuration is appropriate. Contact Yushin America with application details to request a recommendation.

No. Press tonnage is one input but not the only factor. The physical dimensions of the machine and mold, the required robot stroke, the combined part and EOAT payload, the take-out time requirement, and the downstream handling process all affect which robot is appropriate for the application.

The robot payload must cover the combined weight of the molded part and the EOAT, including tooling structure, vacuum components, sensors, and any wrist hardware. EOAT that exceeds the payload rating can affect robot motion and service life. Payload should be calculated from the actual part and tooling configuration rather than part weight alone.

A sprue picker is a compact, lower-complexity robot used specifically to remove a sprue or runner from the mold after ejection, typically where the molded parts are handled separately or fall free. A full take-out robot extracts and handles the complete molded part — controlling its path, orientation, and placement at a downstream location. Application requirements determine which is appropriate.

Yes. Yushin America offers take-out robots designed for vertical injection molding machines, where the mold opens vertically and the robot motion geometry differs from a standard horizontal-machine configuration. Contact Yushin America to discuss the specific machine and application.

No. Yushin America provides robots, EOAT, and automation systems that work with injection molding machines. Yushin does not manufacture or sell injection molding machines, molds, or resins.