Processing machine

Abstract

The invention provides a downsized processing machine, equipped with a machine tool and a multijoint robot. The processing machine 100 comprises a machine tool 10, a workpiece pallet 70 and a gantry rail 120 disposed above the machine tool 10. A multijoint robot 130 traveling on the gantry rail 120 is equipped with a dual-partitioning electron system speed monitoring function. Through use of this function, the range of movement D2 of the multijoint robot 130 is controlled to fit within the inner side of a front cover 11 of the machine tool 10, according to which the safety barrier 180 can be downsized. This arrangement enables the operator to open or close a door 12 of the machine tool 10 and to manipulate a control panel 16 even when the multijoint robot is in operation, and the footprint of the machine can be minimized.

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