SCOPE OF WORK
This station automates the loading of the spring/ cap assembly, replacing the current manual process that relies on an operator. The new system will have an accumulation dial with magazines and a shuttle to present a part to the robot.
SOLUTION
Accumulation Dial with Magazines Operator load area through light curtains at an ergonomic height
Pallet & Part Locating A lift and locate for the pallet was placed on the main line as well as part locating.
Robot Loading Robot will automatically pick the spring/cap assembly from the shuttle nest and load into the assembly in correct orientation.
Controls Station A HMI, Controls plate with electrical and pneumatic components give operator full controls function.
FEATURES & SPECIFICATION
ABB material handling robot for grabbing spring/cap assembly.
Pneumatic end-of-arm tooling designed specifically for handling part.
Lift-and-locate assemblies and part-present sensing at the assembly area.
Clean out drawer for defective parts.
Interlocked guard doors at all entry points, and light curtain for loading the accumulation dial.
Siemens HMI, swing-arm mounted for operator accessibility.