BS ISO 11593:2022

What is ISO 11593- Terms related to automatic end-effector exchange systems about?  

ISO 11593 is an International Standard that discusses robots for industrial environments.  

ISO 11593 defines terms relevant to automatic end-effector exchange systems used as a part of robot systems in accordance with ISO 10218‑2. 

Who is ISO 11593- Terms related to automatic end-effector exchange systems for? 

ISO 11593 on terms related to automatic end-effector exchange systems is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of components for automatic end-effector exchange systems 
• Manufacturers of industrial robots 
• Product designers 
• Product development teams
• Mechanical engineers 
• Quality control and inspection authorities 
• Testing agencies 
• The automation industry 
• Local and national bodies
• Regulatory bodies 
• Certification bodies 

Why should you use ISO 11593- Terms related to automatic end-effector exchange systems?  

Adopting standardized and globally recognised terms related to an industry can enhance communication between various entities within a business and across the supply chain of a product. Uniform and consistent usage of terms can be helpful in clearly communicating the design intent between design engineers and production, quality testing, and inspection teams. Moreover, symbols can be a great way of communicating important product information as they can transcend language barriers.  

In this regard, ISO 11593 provides the terms related to: 

• External shape and main dimensions of the exchange system 
• Positioning and orientation in coupling 
• Coupling and releasing forces 
• Mass and inertia of the coupled system 
• Tolerances and uncertainty
• Magazine interfaces of the tool-mounted part 
• Tool exchange timing 

ISO 11593 also covers symbols that are frequently used when dealing with automatic end-effector exchange systems. 

Thus, complying with ISO 11593-recognised terms related to automatic end-effector exchange systems can play a significant role in streamlining workflow processes and providing a better perspective for development decisions.