ROBOTIC PRESS TENDING SYSTEMS
The robotic servomechanism under a cold sheet metal stamping press is an automated system designed to optimize the feeding and unloading process of parts from a press used in cold sheet metal processing. This system employs an industrial robot to handle materials with precision and speed, enhancing the efficiency and safety of the production process.
MAIN FEATURES
- Industrial Robot:
Usually a multi-axis robotic arm equipped with gripping tools (mechanical clamps, electromagnets, or suction cups) to handle sheet metal or processed parts. - Cold Stamping Press:
A machine that uses a die to deform or cut sheet metal, transforming it into components with specific shapes. - Feeding System:
May include conveyor belts, sheet metal loaders, or automatic storage units to supply sheet metal sheets to the robot. - Integrated Control System:
Advanced software synchronizes the robot’s movements with the press cycle, ensuring a continuous and optimized workflow. Safety Devices:
Photoelectric barriers, sensors, and monitoring systems ensure operator protection and accident prevention.
FUNCTIONING
- Sheet Metal Loading:
The robot picks up a sheet from the storage unit or conveyor belt and precisely places it into the press die. - Stamping:
The press performs the processing cycle (shearing, bending, deep drawing, etc.), shaping the sheet metal according to specifications. - Unloading of the Processed Part:
The robot removes the processed part from the press and places it in a collection area or on a transport system for the next stages. - Cycle Repetition:
The system continues operating automatically, ensuring continuous production.
ADVANTAGES
- Production Efficiency:
Reduces cycle times, increasing the speed and continuity of the process. - Precision:
The robot ensures accurate positioning of the sheet metal in the die, improving the quality of the final product. - Safety:
Eliminates the need for human intervention near the press, reducing the
risk of accidents. - Versatility:
Can be configured to handle different shapes, sizes, and thicknesses of sheet metal, adapting to variable production needs. - Reduction of Operating Costs:
Minimizes human errors and enables continuous operation, reducing downtime
APPLICATIONS
Automotive industry
Production of panels, frames, and complex metal components.
Household appliances
Manufacturing of metal enclosures and internal structures.
Aerospace sector
Stamping of lightweight yet durable parts
Metal working
Creation of metal structures for civil and industrial use.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS
Collaborative robots (cobots)
Designed to work synergistically with human operators in shared spaces.
Semi multi-robot
Multiple robots work in parallel to handle materials and finished products.
Integration with IoT systems
Sensori e software connessi per monitorare in tempo reale l'efficienza del processo e rilevare eventuali anomalie.
In summary, a robotic servomechanism under a cold sheet metal stamping press is an advanced solution that drastically improves productivity, quality, and safety in the metalworking industry.
