{"id":13718,"date":"2026-06-23T07:50:43","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T07:50:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/industrial-bin-picking-a-comprehensive-guide-to-3d-vision-picking-robots-roi-and-sustainability\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T09:05:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:05:09","slug":"industrial-bin-picking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/","title":{"rendered":"Industrial bin picking: a comprehensive guide to 3D vision, picking robots, ROI and sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In today\u2019s manufacturing landscape, companies are under pressure to produce more, to higher standards, whilst facing increasing difficulties in recruiting skilled workers. Against this backdrop, <strong>industrial robotic automation<\/strong> is no longer merely an opportunity for growth, but a strategic lever for maintaining competitiveness, production continuity and efficiency. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the technologies that are transforming the way in which material handling and feeding processes on production lines are managed, <strong>industrial bin picking<\/strong> is playing an increasingly central role. Thanks to the combination of <strong>industrial robots<\/strong>, <strong>3D vision systems <\/strong>and advanced data processing software, it is now possible to automate the picking of components arranged randomly inside bins or containers, thereby reducing time, costs and reliance on manual operations. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But how does a bin-picking robot system actually work? What advantages does it offer? What is the return on investment? And why is this technology increasingly being integrated into <strong>CNC automation <\/strong>and <strong>machine tool tending projects<\/strong>?   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this in-depth guide, we will examine all the key aspects of modern bin picking, from the technologies used to its impact on productivity, sustainability and ROI.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indice dei contenuti<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#What_is_industrial_bin_picking_and_what_problems_does_it_solve\" >What is industrial bin picking and what problems does it solve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#How_does_a_bin-picking_robot_system_work\" >How does a bin-picking robot system work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Image_acquisition_using_3D_vision\" >Image acquisition using 3D vision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Coordinate_processing\" >Coordinate processing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Calculation_of_the_robotic_trajectory\" >Calculation of the robotic trajectory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Collection_and_transfer\" >Collection and transfer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#The_evolution_of_3D_vision_in_bin_picking\" >The evolution of 3D vision in bin picking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#High-performance_3D_sensors\" >High-performance 3D sensors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Greater_computing_power\" >Greater computing power<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#SOFTWARE_EVOLUTION\" >SOFTWARE EVOLUTION<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Bin_picking_and_CNC_automation_an_increasingly_strategic_combination\" >Bin picking and CNC automation: an increasingly strategic combination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#The_main_advantages_of_industrial_bin_picking\" >The main advantages of industrial bin picking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#How_much_does_a_bin-picking_system_actually_generate_An_analysis_of_the_ROI\" >How much does a bin-picking system actually generate? An analysis of the ROI<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Increased_productivity\" >Increased productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Reduction_in_machine_downtime\" >Reduction in machine downtime<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Less_reliance_on_the_availability_of_staff\" >Less reliance on the availability of staff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Improved_process_quality\" >Improved process quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Greater_utilisation_of_the_facilities\" >Greater utilisation of the facilities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Bin_picking_and_sustainability_an_often-overlooked_benefit\" >Bin picking and sustainability: an often-overlooked benefit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Case_study_how_ROBO_FEED_achieved_a_99_bin_emptying_rate\" >Case study: how ROBO FEED achieved a 99% bin emptying rate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#How_to_assess_the_feasibility_of_a_bin-picking_project\" >How to assess the feasibility of a bin-picking project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Why_choose_a_partner_specialising_in_industrial_robotic_automation\" >Why choose a partner specialising in industrial robotic automation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/industrial-bin-picking\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_industrial_bin_picking_and_what_problems_does_it_solve\"><\/span>What is industrial bin picking and what problems does it solve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/bin-picking\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/bin-picking\/\">Bin picking<\/a><\/strong> is a technology that enables a robot to automatically identify, select and pick up parts stored in bulk inside a container.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/><strong>Unlike traditional handling systems,<\/strong> which require components to be precisely oriented and positioned, bin picking is designed to cope with highly random situations.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">L&#8217;obiettivo \u00e8 consentire al robot di:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>identify the correct part;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to determine its three-dimensional position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>calculate the best gripping strategy;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transfer the component to a machining operation, an inspection station or a pallet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This technology was developed to address problems that are very common in modern production facilities:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>repetitive manual handling;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/cnc-automatic-loading-and-unloading-how-robotic-automation-improves-productivity-and-operational-continuity\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/carico-scarico-automatico-cnc\/\">loading and unloading of CNC machine tools;<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>palletising of metal components;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>automatic feeding of production lines;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduction in the physical strain on operators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The result is a faster, safer and more controllable process.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_bin-picking_robot_system_work\"><\/span>How does a bin-picking robot system work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A modern <strong>bin-picking robot system<\/strong> consists of three main components:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3D vision system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>processing software;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>industrial robot with a gripping system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interaction between these elements makes it possible to fully automate the picking process.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Image_acquisition_using_3D_vision\"><\/span>Image acquisition using 3D vision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is to scan the container.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern industrial <strong>3D vision systems<\/strong> use advanced cameras and structured light to generate an extremely accurate three-dimensional representation of the contents of the container.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compared with early applications, which required laser scanners mounted on linear axes, current technologies make it possible to capture large amounts of data in a matter of moments, thereby increasing both accuracy and operational speed.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coordinate_processing\"><\/span>Coordinate processing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the three-dimensional image has been captured, the software identifies the components present and determines:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>position;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>guidance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>inclination;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accessibility of the part.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The algorithm then selects the component that offers <strong>the best chance of a successful catch<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calculation_of_the_robotic_trajectory\"><\/span>Calculation of the robotic trajectory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The software automatically calculates <strong>the safest and most efficient route<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following are avoided:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>collisions with the body;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>impact with other components;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>configurations that the robot cannot reach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collection_and_transfer\"><\/span>Collection and transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The robot picks up the part and <strong>transfers it to its intended destination<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CNC machine;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>marking system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>quality control station;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pallet;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assembly line.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entire process takes place without human intervention.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_evolution_of_3D_vision_in_bin_picking\"><\/span>The evolution of 3D vision in bin picking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many years, bin picking was regarded as a complex technology intended for only a few specialist applications.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The real leap in quality came about thanks to three key factors:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-performance_3D_sensors\"><\/span>High-performance 3D sensors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern sensors (such as those found on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/keyence\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/keyence\/\">Keyence<\/a><\/strong> vision systems) enable an accurate representation of the scanned volume to be obtained without the need to move the scanning system.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This improves:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>speed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>precision;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reliability of the grip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greater_computing_power\"><\/span>Greater computing power<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Industrial computers today are capable of processing huge amounts of data in an extremely short time.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The trajectories are calculated almost in real time,<\/strong> making it possible to use bin picking even in high-throughput applications.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOFTWARE_EVOLUTION\"><\/span>SOFTWARE EVOLUTION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robotic recognition and planning algorithms have reached a level of maturity that enables them to tackle applications considered unfeasible until just a few years ago.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, bin picking is now a practical and affordable solution for many manufacturing companies.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bin_picking_and_CNC_automation_an_increasingly_strategic_combination\"><\/span>Bin picking and CNC automation: an increasingly strategic combination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the areas in which bin picking is most widely used is<strong> machine tool automation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many companies have to manage repetitive loading and unloading tasks at machining centres, often with components arranged haphazardly in containers.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In such cases, a <strong>servo-robot system<\/strong> can:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to feed the machine automatically;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to ensure continuity of production;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduce downtime;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to support unmanned operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The integration of bin picking and <strong>CNC automation<\/strong> makes it possible to increase the effective machine utilisation time and improve the overall efficiency of the plant.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, bin picking is now one of the most advanced applications in the field of <strong>industrial automation and robotics.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_main_advantages_of_industrial_bin_picking\"><\/span>The main advantages of industrial bin picking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reduced handling times<\/strong> \u2013 Picking operations are carried out quickly and consistently, eliminating the variability typical of manual tasks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Greater production continuity<\/strong> \u2013 The systems can operate for long periods without direct supervision, whilst maintaining high levels of productivity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduction in labour costs<\/strong> \u2013 Operators can be assigned to tasks with higher added value rather than repetitive handling tasks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High precision<\/strong> \u2013 3D vision systems enable the robot to operate with great accuracy, even in complex environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Operator safety<\/strong> \u2013 Reducing manual tasks limits exposure to repetitive movements, awkward postures and potentially hazardous operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Management of multiple containers<\/strong> \u2013 A single system can operate on multiple containers holding different components, switching automatically between them as required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_bin-picking_system_actually_generate_An_analysis_of_the_ROI\"><\/span>How much does a bin-picking system actually generate? An analysis of the ROI <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When evaluating an automation project, the main question is always about the return on investment.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the case of bin picking, the ROI is the result of a combination of various factors.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_productivity\"><\/span>Increased productivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The robot maintains consistent performance throughout the entire production shift, without any slowdowns or variations due to fatigue.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduction_in_machine_downtime\"><\/span>Reduction in machine downtime<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The machines are fed continuously, thereby reducing downtime.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_reliance_on_the_availability_of_staff\"><\/span>Less reliance on the availability of staff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a market characterised by increasing difficulty in recruiting specialist staff, this represents a key competitive advantage.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_process_quality\"><\/span>Improved process quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The repeatability guaranteed by the system helps to reduce errors and rework.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greater_utilisation_of_the_facilities\"><\/span>Greater utilisation of the facilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies can also extend production to unmanned or partially manned shifts.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most applications, these benefits generate a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/roi-calculator-for-an-accurate-roi-estimate\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/roi-calculator-per-una-stima-precisa-del-ritorno-sullinvestimento\/\">measurable financial return<\/a><\/strong> within the first few years of use.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bin_picking_and_sustainability_an_often-overlooked_benefit\"><\/span>Bin picking and sustainability: an often-overlooked benefit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to industrial sustainability, the focus is often on the energy consumption of machinery. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In fact, bin picking contributes to sustainability in a number of ways:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reduction in waste<\/strong> \u2013 A more precise grip reduces errors, damage and rework.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better use of resources<\/strong> \u2013 Automation enables the optimisation of time, materials and production capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved working conditions<\/strong> \u2013 Operators are relieved of the heaviest and most repetitive tasks, fostering a more ergonomic working environment that focuses on higher-value skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Greater efficiency across the entire production process<\/strong> \u2013 Reducing inefficiencies contributes to a more rational use of the company\u2019s resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, bin picking is increasingly becoming part of innovation initiatives guided by the principles of sustainable industry.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Case_study_how_ROBO_FEED_achieved_a_99_bin_emptying_rate\"><\/span>Case study: how ROBO FEED achieved a 99% bin emptying rate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A concrete example of the effectiveness of this technology is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/bin-picking-pallettizzazione-di-lame-alla-rinfusa-per-le-macchine-agricole\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/bin-picking-pallettizzazione-di-lame-alla-rinfusa-per-le-macchine-agricole\/\">project developed by ROBO FEED for HT Srl<\/a><\/strong>, a company specialising in the manufacture of components for agricultural machinery.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim was to automate the retrieval of metal blades stored in bulk inside two containers and then to palletise them onto two different pallets.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The solution implemented comprised:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3D vision-based bin-picking system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fanuc M20iD-25 robot;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>software-controlled magnetic gripper;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>integration with 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id=\"How_to_assess_the_feasibility_of_a_bin-picking_project\"><\/span>How to assess the feasibility of a bin-picking project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all applications are equally <strong>complex.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Factors affecting feasibility include:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>geometry of the workpiece;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dimensions of the component;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>material;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>type of socket required;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dimensions of the body;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>required cycle time;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>desired percentage of emptying.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, specialist firms normally carry out a <strong>preliminary study<\/strong> that enables them to simulate the system\u2019s behaviour before the final installation.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This stage enables us to estimate accurately:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cycle times;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>expected performance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cell layout;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>type of robot;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the most suitable gripping system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>expected ROI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_choose_a_partner_specialising_in_industrial_robotic_automation\"><\/span>Why choose a partner specialising in industrial robotic automation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bin-picking system is not simply a robot fitted with a camera.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an integrated solution that combines robotics, software, machine vision, safety and in-depth knowledge of production processes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ROBO FEED develops bespoke solutions for the manufacturing industry, with particular expertise in <strong>machine tool tending<\/strong>, <strong>CNC automation<\/strong> and the 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Thanks to advances in 3D vision, computing power and control software, it is now possible to automate operations that, until just a few years ago, necessarily required human intervention. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For companies seeking to <strong>boost productivity, operational continuity and competitiveness<\/strong>, bin picking is a practical, quantifiable technology capable of delivering tangible benefits both in economic terms and in terms of sustainability.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We invite you <a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/contacts\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/contatti\/\">to contact the ROBO FEED team <\/a>to identify the solution best suited to your production process and to assess the automation options for your business.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782200338816\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is industrial bin picking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Industrial bin picking is a technology that enables a robot to automatically identify and pick components arranged randomly inside a bin or container using 3D vision systems.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782200362110\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which robots are used in bin picking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bin-picking applications generally use industrial anthropomorphic robots, such as Fanuc robots, which are selected on the basis of payload, reach and production requirements.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1782200375144\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can bin picking be integrated into existing CNC machines?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. 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