Epson Robots announces new distribution partner

Robot manufacturer, Epson Robots, has signed Olympus Controls, an engineering services provider that specialises in the integration of motion control, machine vision, and robotic technologies, as an official distributor of its automation products.

The agreement means that Olympus Controls will have access to the full lineup of Epson Robots automation products, including the extensive portfolio of SCARA and 6-Axis robots as well as a selection of integrated options such as the IntelliFlex Feeding System, Vision Guide, Force Guide, and more.

Olympus’ distribution territory will cover the Western U.S states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and California as well as British Columbia, Canada.

Lanz Fritz, president, Olympus Controls, said: “We've been successfully helping an extensive list of clients with their critically important projects for more than 20 years.

“A key component of that success is to provide and maintain a strategic portfolio of technologies. Our partnership with Epson enables us to offer a wide-ranging lineup of innovative and reliable robot solutions that provide customers with both excellent performance and potential for a high return on investment.”

Tom Versfelt, VP commercial sales at Epson, added: “Our partners are critical to our success and we are very pleased to add Olympus Controls as a trusted, value-added distribution partner.

“Customers rely on the expertise of their partners to select the best solution for their job. Olympus Controls’ high level of engineering skills and hands-on-experience in the field is exceptional. Together we can grow new robot-based automation solutions throughout the Western Regions of the U.S and Canada.”