linREX: Modular Linear Axes and Range Extenders for Cobots and Industrial Robots

With one, two or three axes, our modular linREX linear axes and range extenders adapt easily to your application. Whether floor-, wall- or ceiling-mounted, linREX is designed to fit your requirements and make the most of every workspace.

As a modular linear axis and 7th axis for cobots and industrial robots, linREX extends the working range of your robot and enables flexible automation solutions for applications such as machine tending, palletising, welding and pick-and-place.

Modular Linear Axes and Range Extenders for Cobots and Industrial Robots

SIMPLE, FLEXIBLE AND PRECISE

Extend the working range of your cobots and industrial robots with modular linREX linear axes and range extenders – flexible, precise and easy to integrate.

The linREX linear axes enable almost every cobot and small industrial robot to extend its working range by up to 80 metres without compromising precision or ease of use. Each linREX linear axis is just as easy and intuitive to use as the cobot itself. Whether installed as a 7th axis on the floor, wall or ceiling, linREX adapts perfectly to your application. As a modular range extender, it provides greater reach, increased flexibility and enables multiple workstations to be served by a single robot.

With our MotionCentre software, every linREX can be commissioned within minutes. In addition, the linear axes can be taught and programmed directly via the control panels of selected cobots and industrial robots. Thanks to standardised interfaces, linREX integrates seamlessly into existing robotic, production and automation systems.

linREX is fully integrated with Universal Robots and Doosan Robotics, making the entire automation solution easier to operate. The plug-and-work concept reduces engineering effort, shortens commissioning times and enables fast integration into existing production environments.

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Discover our linREX Range Extenders

RE3

FOR HIGH PAYLOADS AND LONG TRAVEL DISTANCES

High-performance linear axis and range extender for large cobots and industrial robots with payloads of up to 500 kg.

The linREX RE3 is our high-performance linear axis and range extender for large cobots and industrial robots with payloads of up to 500 kg. As a modular 7th axis, it is designed for applications requiring long travel distances, high dynamics and heavy tooling. It extends the robot's working range while providing maximum flexibility for demanding automation solutions. With a 330 mm profile width, the RE3 offers exceptional rigidity and high positioning accuracy. It is ideally suited for large cobots, such as the UR20, the Doosan H-Series, and industrial robots with payloads of up to 500 kg. For long travel distances, the robot controller and additional application components can be mounted directly on the carriage and transported along the axis. This reduces cable lengths, simplifies integration and increases installation flexibility. Thanks to its modular design, the linREX RE3 can be adapted to a wide variety of production processes and automation tasks. Whether used as a linear axis, range extender or 7th axis, the RE3 integrates seamlessly into existing production and automation systems, providing a future-proof solution for demanding robotic applications.

linrob 7. Achse (Siebte Achse) mit Cobot zur Erweiterung des Arbeitsbereichs für Pick-and-Place- und Materialhandling-Anwendungen.

RE2

COMPACT, FLEXIBLE AND VERSATILE

Compact linear axis and range extender for cobots and small industrial robots with payloads of up to 250 kg.

The linREX RE2 is our compact linear axis and range extender for cobots and small industrial robots with payloads of up to 250 kg. As a modular 7th axis, it extends the working range of existing robots and enables cost-effective, flexible automation solutions, even where installation space is limited. With a 200 mm profile width, the RE2 is our standard linear axis for cobots and small industrial robots with payloads of up to 250 kg. It combines high precision, compact dimensions and straightforward integration into a wide range of production environments. Additional T-slots allow external peripherals, sensors and energy chains to be mounted quickly and easily. This enables the range extender to be adapted flexibly to individual applications and process requirements. Thanks to its modular design, the linREX RE2 integrates quickly into existing production and automation systems and can be expanded at any time. Whether used as a linear axis, range extender or 7th axis, the RE2 provides a future-proof solution for flexible robotic and automation applications.

linrob 7. Achse (Linearachse) für Cobots verschiedener Hersteller zur Erweiterung des Arbeitsbereichs und für präzise Automatisierungsanwendungen.

linREX Range Extenders at a Glance

linrob linREX Re3 Range Extender mit Linearachse erweitert den Arbeitsbereich von Cobots für schwere Lasten und lange Verfahrwege.

The linREX Advantage

EASE-OF-USE

Every linREX can be programmed using any common web browser or fully integrated apps, such as the URCap. With its intuitive user interface, commissioning and programming are fast, simple and require no specialized programming knowledge.

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

linREX integrates seamlessly into your application as an intelligent range extender for cobots and industrial robots. Thanks to common industrial interfaces, it can be easily integrated with virtually any robot or cobot brand. This minimizes engineering effort and enables fast, reliable commissioning.

SAFETY INTEGRATED

Thanks to the plug-and-play integration of safety sensor technology, implementing safe human-robot collaboration is easier than ever. This enables safe collaboration between humans and robots while reducing engineering and commissioning effort.

INFINITY RANGE

Achieve travel distances of up to 80 metres without compromising accuracy. Every axis can be configured individually to match your application's requirements.

READY-TO-GO

Every linREX is delivered ready-to-work within just a few weeks. Installation and commissioning can typically be completed within a few hours, minimizing downtime and enabling fast production start-up.

DIGITAL SERVICES

For every application, a proof of concept is carried out in advance using a digital twin. With our FEM calculations, we accurately predict the behavior of the entire system, optimize performance and minimize risks before commissioning.

Application Areas

linrob Portalroboter für automatisierte Schweißanwendungen mit kartesischem 3-Achs-Linearsystem.

WELDING

Medium and large components can be handled just as easily as with conventional cobot welding. Thanks to the extended working range of linREX, large workpieces can be welded efficiently and precisely while maintaining maximum flexibility.

linrob 7. Achse (Siebte Achse) mit Cobot für automatisierte Palettierung und Depalettierung von Kartons auf Paletten.

PALLETISING

Different products can be loaded directly onto different pallets. Thanks to the extendable horizontal axis of linREX, several pallet positions can be reached with a single robot, increasing throughput while reducing cycle times.

Eine Skizze verdeutlicht die Infinity Range eines linrob Linearroboters, durch die Cobots bis zu 80 Meter weit fahren können.

MACHINE LOADING

The ability of a single cobot to load and operate multiple machines significantly increases machine utilization. Thanks to the extended working range of linREX, one robot can efficiently serve several machines, reducing cycle times and maximizing productivity.

WAREHOUSE

The linREX linear axes make it possible to transport products over long distances. This means that multiple workstations can be connected efficiently, reducing manual handling while increasing productivity and process reliability.