The Plasticman is a Research robot developed by Monash University, launched 2018.
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Overview
Plasticman is a humanoid robot prototype developed at Monash University, focusing on lightweight design and flexibility.
Flagship features
- Over 25 years of trading history in Australia
- Products are Australian made where possible
- Competitive prices, no minimum order required
- Quote system available via 'add to quote' button
- Friendly staff offer advice based on 25 years of experience
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Robotics research facility launched
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 10 kg
- Reach
- 1,200 mm
- Battery
- 8 h
- Launch year
- 2018
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1958
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- pick and place,palletizing,cnc loading
- Sub Category
- 6-axis
- Industries Served
- logistics,warehousing,home,retail,hospitality,agriculture,chemical
Movement & precision1
- Dof
- 6
Controls & integration2
- Ros Compatible
- true
- Programming Interface
- teach pendant,code python,code ros
Buying & support5
- Price Tier
- <10K
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Model Variants
- Bottle 1000ml - BOT1000,Bottle 125ml - BOT125,Bottle 250ml,Bottle 500ml - BOT500,Bottle 50ml - BOT50,Bottle Square 1000ML - BOTSQR1000,Bottle Square 100ML - BOTSQR100,Bottle Square 200ML - BOTSQR200,Bottle Square 500ML - BOTSQR500,Bottle Square 50ML - BOTSQR50,Bottle Twin Chamber 1L - BOTTC1,Bottle Twin Chamber 250ML - BOTTC2,Bottle Twin Chamber 500ML - BOTTC5,Cap Screw On Glue Top - CAP4
- Availability Status
- available
- Countries Available
- Australia
Who runs it· deployment evidence
No deployment evidence on file
A deployment is recorded when a public source names the customer, or the maker confirms it. Nothing here counts against this robot.
7 other robots in this category have one.
Add a deployment →Company milestones
- 2021LaunchRobotics research facility launched
- 1996MilestoneDepartment renamed
- 1990MilestoneMerged into Monash University
- 1982MilestoneRobotics department established
Compare with peers
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Plasticman?
- The Plasticman is developed by Monash University.
- What type of robot is the Plasticman?
- The Plasticman is a Research robot made by Monash University.
- How much does the Plasticman cost?
- Pricing for the Plasticman is not publicly listed — contact Monash University for a quote.
- When was the Plasticman launched?
- The Plasticman was launched in 2018.
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