EASTCAPE Midlands TVET College (EMC) received a donation of an EcoRP6 robot from Dürr Africa (Pty) Ltd. This gesture, according to Dürr Africa, is in the spirit of good practice and part of its strategy to support socio-economic development.
According to Olawumi Kate Oladimeji, EMC Communications Supervisor, the EcoRP6 robot has a United States made panel, EcoRC2 Motion Controller, EcoPump8, Driver and Diagnostic Link (DDL), Cube 10 Colour Valve Manifold, V15 Valve Manifold, and other production proven products.
“This robot is used for mechanical and electrical teardown as well as rebuilding training. It is widely used in the motor industry around the world,” said Oladimeji.
Dürr Africa (Pty) Ltd is part of the Dürr Group, a mechanical and plant engineering firm that holds leading world market positions in multiple areas of operations such as the automotive sphere, mechanical engineering, pharmaceutical and woodworking industries.
“EMC is excited about this ‘first of its kind’ donation, as this is an era where learning about robotics has become pertinent.
“The robot has been installed at one of EMC’s workshops, where it is used to stimulate the apprentices’ learning interest.
“Electrical apprentices at the College will be beneficiaries of this donation, as they will be taught how to control the robot to perform its various functions.
“EMC’S Electrical Facilitators are optimistic that, working with the EcoRP6 robot will strengthen and support students’ skills, thereby developing their knowledge through the creation, design, assembly, and operation of robots,” said Oladimeji.
Issued by: Eastcape
Midlands College
