ZhilianhaiKassow Robots: Seven-Axis KR Cobots and Edge Controller Integration
Company and ownership
Kassow Robots develops and manufactures seven-axis lightweight robots for industrial applications in Denmark. Its current company timeline records establishment in Copenhagen in 2015 and Bosch Rexroth becoming majority owner in April 2022. Kassow remains the robot product identity covered here; the ownership relationship does not turn each parent-company automation product into a Kassow robot.
Seven-axis product architecture
The KR series uses seven robot axes to provide additional options for elbow positioning and access around workcell obstacles. The established range includes KR810, KR1018, KR1205, KR1410 and KR1805 models. The benefit depends on the real cell layout, tool dimensions and required motion; an extra axis alone does not establish that a robot can reach every process point without interference.
New higher-payload models
The current new-model page adds KR1240 and KR1824. It lists a 40 kg payload and 1,200 mm reach for KR1240, and 24 kg with 1,800 mm reach for KR1824. These figures belong to their respective models and should not be combined into one specification. Confirm tooling mass, load conditions and the full motion path when selecting a configuration.
Edge Edition for mobile integration
Kassow’s Edge Edition integrates the controller into the robot base and is designed for direct DC power and installation on mobile platforms. Its dedicated product page lists a 42–58 VDC supply range. Check the chosen variant’s mounting, electrical and integration requirements; this feature does not make an arbitrary mobile base and robot arm a validated mobile manipulation system.
Software and peripheral ecosystem
Kassow describes graphical programming, CBun extensions for applications and peripherals, and the REMII offline programming environment. These tools can support development and integration, but the delivered package should identify the required plugins, software versions and licences. Before ordering an accessory, confirm compatibility across the mechanical mounting, electrical connection and robot software rather than relying only on an ecosystem listing.
Applications and acceptance questions
The supplier lists applications including machine tending, assembly, packaging and palletizing. For a trial, use the proposed gripper and representative parts to measure cycle time, access and repeatability across the whole work area. Include machine handshakes, rejected parts and recovery after a stop. Collaborative positioning of the product does not replace assessment of the completed application, particularly when tooling or heavier loads are introduced.
Deployment and long-term support
Agree the division of responsibility between the robot supplier, the system integrator and the site’s operations team. Request commissioning records, operator training, spare-parts arrangements and software backup procedures. Confirm the process for changing a tool or product and revalidating the program. For a mobile application, include charging coordination, available battery power and recovery when either the base or arm becomes unavailable.