Grant: Applied Research Tools and Instruments Grants

Camosun College's new robotic equipment will help regional manufacturers adopt automation and become more productive. This was made possible with a generous grant awarded to the college by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), a new robot arm with vision-control, automated tool-changers and modern pulse-arc robot-welding capability will be implemented at Camosun's Technology Access Centre (CTAC). CTAC provides industry with innovation services and access to Camosun's technical resources and applied research capabilities.This system will enable Camosun's robotic-automation experts to apply their skills to improving the level of automation in the region, enhancing productivity and helping to improve the global competitiveness of local manufacturers. Utilizing Camosun's successful model of providing reliable industry service while linking industrial expertise back to academic delivery, this equipment will not only be applied to industry applications, but the robot system will also provide significant training opportunities for Camosun students and industry personnel.CTAC is home to professional turn-key innovation services, well respected by local industry. This equipment is an important addition to CTAC, complimenting existing equipment and enabling effective delivery of productivity-enhancing activities, while helping the centre move towards its goal of providing innovation services otherwise lacking in the region.