UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD · Awarded contract
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Supply of Secondary Encoder-Equipped Robot for Robot Machining Cell at University of Sheffield

Awarded 22 Jul 2024

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Awarded22 Jul 2024
Value£85,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 1y 3mo ago12mo term
Awarded 22 July 2024Expired 21 July 2025

The University of Sheffield awarded a contract to Fanuc UK Limited for the supply of a secondary encoder-equipped robot as principal hardware for the Robot Machining Cell (RMC).

The robot was required to achieve the necessary accuracy in machining operations and to support the open access and future-proof capability of the COMPASS facility.

The contract value was AUD 85,000.

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