- Industry > Automotive
- Application > Machine Tending
- Sector > Manufacturing
- #ABBIRB6640
- #CycleTimeReduction
- #ErgonomicsImprovement
- #HighPayloadHandling
- #MachineTending
- #TurningCenterAutomation
- #TwoMachineSupport
- #WheelMachining
Process Overview
This solution automates machine tending for machining high-payload automotive wheels using an ABB IRB 6640 robot.
Since automotive wheels are heavy workpieces (over 8 kg) that are difficult and physically demanding for operators to handle, robot automation supports two machining centers at the same time, improving productivity and operator satisfaction.
Components
- Robot
ABB IRB 6640
6-axis articulated robot
Payload: 235 kg
Working radius: 2,550 mm
Weight: 1,310 kg
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
IP67
- Peripherals
WIA L600AW turning center (x2, separate equipment)
Dual pneumatic gripper
Robot mounting base
Workpiece infeed conveyor
Workpiece outfeed conveyor
Workflow
- STEP 1.
- Pick workpiece
- STEP 2.
- Load into machine tool
- STEP 3.
- Pick finished workpiece
- STEP 4.
- Unload to outfeed conveyor
※ The content provided by Bigwave Robotics is protected under U.S. and Canadian copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of this content is strictly prohibited.
