Robotics

Robotics classrooms are some of the most exciting classrooms in the schools. Toolkit is proud to bring schools the very best Robotics Training Systems on the market for industry-relevant and fun learning.

Job Outlook

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) puts robotics engineers in its category for mechanical engineers. Projections show 9% job market growth, if not more, for the foreseeable future.

Major skills gaps, growing workforce shortages, and increased demand for safe and quality working conditions are only increasing the need and demand for robotics deployment in industry.

Skills Shortage

The need for robotics training at all levels of education is increasingly important. As the demand for robotics increases, and the deployment of robots grows in all sectors of industry, the skills gap grows only wider.

Industry needs well-trained individuals with skills in robotics, troubleshooting, programming, I/O, motor controls, sensors, and critical thinking skills.

Toolkit Robotics Solutions

Our Robotics + Automation training systems bring the exciting fields of industrial automation and robotics to students’ fingertips with real-world, industrially-relevant technologies. Toolkit is proud to offer industry-needed and demanded robot certifications.

We have some of the world’s best and wide-ranging industrial robots, collaborative robots, mobile robots, quadruped ‘dog’ robots, robots for competition, adaptive robot grippers and more!

It wouldn’t be a Toolkit Training System without best-in-class curriculum, digital solutions like simulation software and AR/VR Tools. Ask us today for a free robot consultation!

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  • SMC Robot Training System RTS-200

    SMC is proud to bring this one-of-a-kind Robot Training Platform to schools for real world robot training!

    The RTS-200 training system provides participants with a hardware platform for performing hands-on development for robotic operations. The mobile platform includes various applications which can be quickly installed to provide advanced activities, expanding the learning objectives beyond simple pick and place functions. The design allows participants to advance from basic programming to integration of various technologies including electrical controls, pneumatics, controllers, artificial vision, sensors and more – all with simple drop-in training panels.

    Have multiple robots? The RTS-200 allows for multiple robot models and brands to be dropped in as well!

    SMC’s Partnership with Universal Robots allows students to get real-world certification on Universal Robots!

  • SMC Suitcase Robot Training System

    SMC is proud to bring this one-of-a-kind Robot Training Platform to schools for real world robot training!

    The SMC RTS-100 combines the modularity and industrial training capabilities of our RTS-200 Robot Training Cart with the advantages of a portable and compact, rugged suitcase form factor. This allows for easy and safe transport to remote training locations, satellite campuses, recruiting events and more. Additionally, the rugged and compact storage case allows for your robot training systems to be easily stored when not in use. Classrooms limited on space particularly enjoy the compact footprint of the SMC RTS-100.

    The SMC Portable Robot Training System includes the controller, workpieces, training activities, curriculum, and all required components for successful robotics training. Foam inserts allow for safe and organized storage for all components and workpieces.

    The SMC RTS-100 is a great choice for providing industrial training activities around the Universal Robot UR3e, while giving you the flexibility and redeployment advantages of a mobile and portable training system.  Reach out for alternative robot options such as Mecademic, uFactory, and more!

  • Hirebotics Robotic Welding System

    We are proud to represent the #1 robotic welder on the market today in terms of ease-of-use and approachability. Learn why companies across the country are adopting this collaborative robot welding cart in record numbers.

    The challenge with implementing robotic welding systems is that rarely can you find expertise in both welding AND robotics. This industrial cobot welding system from Toolkit Technologies and Hirebotics alleviates all hurdles with it’s turn-key, all-in-one system that delivers high quality precision and accuracy, easy-to-use and approachable user interface, and best-in-class results.

    Start training the future generation of welders on automation robot welding training carts.

    Available with UR10e or UR20 robots.

    Available as a Cobot Welder or as a Cobot Plasma Cutter.

  • ABB Collaborative Robot 3D Printing

    Have you ever wanted to print BIGGER with your classroom 3D printer? Or have you wanted to explore the capabilities of your industrial and collaborative robots?

    We are proud to introduce the MDAC1 3D Printing System for Education, the first of its kind classroom robotic 3D printer!

    The Collaborative Robot 3D Printing system features a GoFa CRB 15000 cobot and pioneering FDM 3D printing technology from Massive Dimension for unparalleled capabilities and excitement.

    Now certified and authenticated by STEM.org!

  • ABB Cobot FlexTrainer STEM Education Cell

    Go Faster! Go Farther! Go Further! Go Train on ABB’s new Collaborative Robot, GoFa CRB 15000!

    We are thrilled to bring ABB’s newest collaborative robot training system – the ABB Cobot FlexTrainer with ABB’s newest collaborative robot, the GoFa, to education.

    The mobile training platform features a sleek design and various industry training applications. Paired beautifully via ABB RobotStudio, students can get hands-on training and virtual/digital solutions with AR/VR.

    Now certified and authenticated by STEM.org!

  • ABB Fenceless FlexTrainer Robot Training System

    The new ABB Fenceless FlexTrainer Cart was designed specifically for education. To bring students face-to-face with one of industry’s leading robots.
    The hands-on training cart utilizes ABB’s IRB 1200 or IRB 1100 industrial robots for practical, industry-driven skills training. The fenceless collaborative design allows open site-lines to the robot, maintaining safety with an ABB safety sensor located at the bottom of the cell.
    Now Certified and Authenticated by STEM.org
    Other features of the FlexTrainer include:

    – ABB STEM Education Activity Tabletop (removable)

    – Electric Gripper EoAT

    – ABB 3D Printed STEM Education Activity Kit for hands-on training activities

    – SMC Linear conveyor system

    – HMI

    – Integrated vision

    – SMART Certification and Curriculum for STEM and Robotics

    – Large casters for easy transportation

    – Fits through a standard door

     

  • Robotized Assembly System

    SMC’s Robotized Assembly Training System, the RAS-400, allows learners to get a real-world look at fully automated assembly environments featuring your choice of industrial robot(s).

    This modular robotized assembly system consists of 4 different industrial robot stations forming a flexible automation cell. The process includes an entire series of

    1. Feeding
    2. Material handling
    3. Assembly verification
    4. Loading operations

    All operations are carried out using components from different technologies (pneumatics, vacuum, sensors, etc.) that students will have to understand and apply.  The primary training focus of this training system is industrial robotics, including collaborative robots.

     

  • Robotic Concrete 3D Printing

    3D print a house! Or a table, bench, or chair! Or perhaps a walking bridge or staircase! Introducing large-scale concrete 3d printing from TOOLKIT!

    Toolkit is proud to be the exclusive education provider of large-scale Concrete 3D Printing for Training and Research. In partnership with the industrial leader and pioneer in the field, Vertico, we are thrilled to bring high schools, career centers, technical colleges and universities one of the most exciting new technologies for construction, automation and robotics.

    Our system utilizes a high-precision industrial robot from ABB, equipped with state-of-the-art Concrete 3D Printing Technology, intuitive Control & Supervision Software, and Train-the-Trainer professional development.

    We offer several models, including single and bicomponent printheads, small-scale lab printers and full-sized industrial systems capable of printing a house!

  • ABB GoFa CRB 15000 Collaborative Robot

    Go Faster! Go Farther! Go Further! Go Train!

    We are thrilled to bring ABB’s newest collaborative robot, the GoFa, with industry leading speed, precision, reach and more!

    Ease-of-use is in focus here – with enhanced user-interaction capabilities, superior lead through, and ABB Wizard easy programming, training robotics and automation has never been more accessible.

    Students can get hands-on industry-driven robotics experience from day 1 with unlimited training potential! Understanding the advantages of collaborative robotics and automation, machine tending, welding, pick & place, etc. has never been easier!

  • ABB IRB 14000 YuMi Collaborative Robot

    The first robot to do it. Collaboratively. Uniquely and Effectively. She grabs attention and keeps it.

    Best-in-class safety. Ultimate flexibility. Approachable design. ABB’s YuMi robot was engineered to work directly alongside your people and students, and boost productivity and training.

    YuMi is the first truly collaborative dual-armed robot, designed for a world in which humans and robots work together. It heralds a new era of robotic coworkers which are able to work side-by-side on the same tasks as humans with extreme accuracy while ensuring the safety of those around it.

    Available in single or double-arm configurations.

  • ABB IRB 1100 Industrial Robot

    The ABB IRB 1100 industrial robot is a compact automation workhorse.

    Aimed at increasing manufacturing productivity in highly automated industries – electronics, semiconductors, automotive, manufacturing, deburring, grinding, etc – the IRB 1100 provides up to 35% faster cycle times and best-in-class repeatability for high quality manufacturing.  It consistently outperforms similar robots in terms of payload and position repeatability (RP) even when under space constraints.

    For the classroom, there is no better compact industrial robot training platform with complete curriculum, training applications, industrial certification, industry-relevance, simulation softwares, and more.

  • RobotStudio Simulation Software

    Offline programming is one of the best ways to maximize return on investment for robot systems in both industry and education. ABB’s simulation and offline programming software, RobotStudio, allows robot programming to be done on a PC in the office without shutting down production, which allows you to perform tasks such as training, programming, and automation optimization with ease and simplicity!

    The ABB Virtual Controller, an exact copy of the real software that runs your ABB robots in production, and ABB’s Teach Pendant, is built-into RobotStudio so training in the virtual environment exactly replicates real, hands-on training. This allows very realistic simulations to be performed, using real robot programs and configuration files identical to those used on the shop floor or in the classroom.

    RobotStudio is the world’s most used offline programming tool for robotics comes with a holistic package of features and add-ons for various applications.

    Ask Us How To Get ABB RobotStudio for FREE!