Fairino Cobot (FR30)

Most cobots are chosen for how gently they work beside a person. The Fairino Cobot (FR30) is chosen for a different reason: it is built for the jobs where a light, tidy desktop arm runs out of nerve, such as stacking, feeding large machines and moving heavy parts, and it keeps the simple programming that made collaborative robots popular in the first place.

The product is available through this page, by quotation.

Background

Fairino and the FR series

FAIRINO builds collaborative robot arms, and the FR30 sits in its FR series alongside smaller models. Each arm in the family follows the same idea: six rotating joints, a separate controller, and software that a plant technician can learn without a long course. Smaller siblings such as the Fairino Cobot (FR16) and the Fairino Cobot (FR20) cover lighter work, while the FR30 is the arm in this family aimed at the heavier end of daily factory and workshop duties. You can see the wider range on the Fairino brand page.

For buyers in the Caribbean, that lineage matters in a practical way. A family of arms that share a programming approach means a team can start with one model and add another later without learning everything again. Spare knowledge carries over, and so does the way the arm is mounted, taught and checked.

Positioning and key technology

The FR30 is a 6-axis collaborative robot arm, ideal for palletizing, large machine tending, heavy pick-and-place, assembly, inspection and packaging. That list tells you where it fits: tasks with real weight and real reach, repeated all day, where the operator still wants quick set-up and a friendly workflow.

The arm supports any mounting orientation, so it can stand on a floor, hang from a frame or sit on a wall or a pedestal, whichever suits the cell. It offers IP54 protection as standard, with IP65 as an option. Its development stack is open: C#, C++, Python, ROS and ROS 2 are all supported, and optional real-time Ethernet fieldbus boards are available for connecting to plant equipment. The controller is a compact galvanized IP54-rated chassis that measures 245 x 180 x 44.5 mm and weighs 2.1 to 2.5 kg, so it does not take much room in a cabinet.

Technical Specifications

Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the rated power supply, the included cables, the safety certifications on its page or the mean power consumption; they are confirmed at quotation.

What makes the FR30 different from the smaller Fairino arms?

The short answer is the kind of work it is meant for. The smaller models in the family are the natural choice for light assembly, screwdriving or bench-top handling. The FR30 is meant for palletizing, large machine tending and heavy pick-and-place, which are jobs where the arm, the tool and the part all carry weight and the arm has to cover a larger working area. If your parts and tooling are modest, a smaller sibling may be the more sensible fit; if they are not, the FR30 is the arm to quote.

What the family shares is just as useful. The same open development stack, the same mounting freedom and the same collaborative way of teaching the arm apply, so the step up in duty does not mean a step up in complexity. Browse the full Cobots category if you want to compare sizes side by side before you ask for a quotation.

Which protection rating does the FR30 come with?

The standard FR30 is built to IP54, and IP65 is an optional version. Think about where the arm will actually stand. Inside a clean packing hall, IP54 is the usual starting point. Where the arm may meet more dust or splashing, such as a wash-down corner, an open loading bay or a humid coastal site, the IP65 option is worth discussing when you ask for your quotation. Please state the version you need, so that the quotation matches the cell you are planning.

Every other figure in the table belongs to the FR30 as a whole; the protection rating is the one point on which the two versions differ.

Who is the Fairino Cobot (FR30) for?

Several kinds of buyer will find it useful:

Distribution and packaging operations. Teams that stack cartons, crates or bags at the end of a line can use the arm for palletizing and packaging, taking a repetitive and tiring job off their people.

Workshops and manufacturers with large machines. A shop that loads and unloads big machine tools can use the arm for large machine tending, which keeps spindles busy through shift changes.

Assembly and inspection cells. Where parts are heavier than a small cobot is comfortable with, the FR30 can hold the part or the tool steady while it works. A repeatability of ±0.1mm under ISO 9283 supports careful positioning.

Integrators and training centers. With C#, C++, Python, ROS and ROS 2 supported, system builders, universities and technical schools can build their own applications on an open platform.

Buyers with lighter parts can look at the smaller arms in the family instead. The FR30 is the one to consider when the work is heavy.

What is the Fairino Cobot (FR30) used for?

1. Palletizing. Stacking boxes or bags on pallets at the end of a line, with the arm doing the repeated lifting.
2. Large machine tending. Loading and unloading big machines so that operators can focus on setup and quality checks.
3. Heavy pick-and-place. Moving heavy parts between conveyors, fixtures and containers.
4. Assembly. Holding and positioning components or tools during assembly steps that need steady, repeatable motion.
5. Inspection. Presenting parts to a camera or gauge, or carrying a sensor around a part, in the same way every time.
6. Packaging. Placing products into cartons and cases, and closing out the last step before dispatch.

Pricing and Availability

We do not print prices on this page. Please request a quotation and tell us about your application, the version you need (IP54 standard or IP65 optional) and where the arm will be installed. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with the quotation, so there are no surprises later. The Fairino Cobot (FR30) is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the Fairino Cobot (FR30)?

Its pose repeatability under ISO 9283 is ±0.1mm. That is the figure to use when judging whether it suits assembly, inspection or placement tasks.

What protection rating does it have?

The standard version is IP54, and IP65 is optional. Tell us which one you need when you ask for a quotation.

Can I mount it in any position?

Yes. The arm supports any mounting orientation, so it can be placed on the floor, on a wall or overhead, depending on the cell.

Which programming languages and tools does it support?

The open development stack covers C#, C++, Python, ROS and ROS 2. Optional real-time Ethernet fieldbus boards are also available.

How loud is it in operation?

The noise level is below 70db, which is practical for a shared work area.

What comes in the standard package?

The standard package includes one FAIRINO FR30 collaborative robot arm (6-axis). Ask us about cables when you request your quotation.

Where can I buy the Fairino Cobot (FR30) and what does it cost?

It is available through this page, by quotation. Send us your requirements and we will prepare a quotation; the cost depends on the version and the delivery, so no price is printed here.

Summary

The Fairino Cobot (FR30) is a collaborative arm for the jobs that ask for more than a light desktop robot can give: palletizing, large machine tending, heavy pick-and-place, assembly, inspection and packaging. It combines ±0.1mm pose repeatability, a base joint range of ±175°, low noise, an open development stack and mounting in any orientation, with IP54 as standard and IP65 as an option. If the work is heavy, this page is the starting point.