- Industry > Automotive
- Application > Machine Tending
- Sector > Manufacturing
- #24x7Operation
- #ABBIRB2600
- #AutomotiveParts
- #CNCautomation
- #IndustrialRobot
- #MachineTending
- #ProductivityImprovement
- #TurningCenter
Process Overview
This machine tending automation solution uses the ABB IRB 2600 robot with Hyundai WIA Turning Center 160LA to automate the process of loading and unloading automotive parts.
The system completes the first machining process using two turning centers, then transfers the semi-finished parts to the other turning center for the second machining process, and finally moves them to the discharge conveyor. This configuration is designed to minimize idle time by matching the work cycle time and maximizing productivity.
The solution was implemented to increase productivity through 24/7 operation, reduce the required loading labor, and minimize idle waiting time between processes.
Components
- Robot
ABB IRB 2600
6-axis articulated robot
Payload: 20 kg
Working range: 1,650 mm
Repeatability: ±0.04 mm
- Peripherals
Hyundai WIA Turning Center 160LA x 3 units (separate configuration)
Double gripper
Robot mounting base
Machined part infeed feeder x 2 units
Machined part gripping orientation change jig x 3 units
Finished part discharge conveyor
Workflow
- STEP 1.
- 1st machining loading
- STEP 2.
- 1st machining completed
- STEP 3.
- Air blowing for 1st machining
- STEP 4.
- Picking 1st machined part
- STEP 5.
- Orientation change
- STEP 6.
- Air blowing for 2nd machined part
- STEP 7.
- Picking 2nd machined part
- STEP 8.
- Load 1st machined part
- STEP 9.
- Orientation change for 2nd machined part
- STEP 10.
- Discharge to conveyor
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