ROBOT WELDING CELL
With the rapid advancement of industrial automation in the world, Robot Welding Cell became increasingly common in the manufacturing industry.
It’s widely used in various fields such as automotive manufacturing, transportation, equipment manufacturing, construction machinery, metallurgical industry, aerospace, and military manufacturing.
The application of them significantly improves the previously harsh and dangerous working environment, effectively reducing the risks faced by operators due to direct contact with high temperatures, smoke dust, and harmful radiation.
The continuous and uninterrupted operation capability of Robot Welding Cell, greatly enhances production efficiency and ensures the consistency and stability of welding quality.
Robot Welding Cell is a self-unit cell to automate the welding process, a advanced assembly automation solutions to support customer to run high-performance manufacturing solutions and improve quality and productivity.
WELDING FIXTURE
What is a Welding Fixture ?
The fixtures are usually made of high-strength materials and can withstand the heat and mechanical stress generated during the welding process.
Their structures are diverse, ranging from simple fixture blocks to complex combined fixture systems. They are customized according to specific welding requirements.
In the manufacturing industry, Welding fixture is a widely used type of tool, and there are numerous varieties, take welding fixtures of automotive as an example.
What are components of Welding Fixture ?
Overall structure
a. Base and supporter
It’s ensure overall rigidity, horizontal reference, bearing all positioning elements, tightening components, including base, supporter, L-shaped adapter angle seats, and leveling anchor bolts.
b. Positioning Limiting Module
Locator pin : limiting part hole position, make sure XYZ datum;
S shape block and supporter : Touch part shape to support part
Limiting stopper : Prevent parts from being out of position, flipping, and incorrect assembly
Poka Yoke pin: Prevent the wrong installation of part, otherwise the equipment will not be able to start the welding process.
c. Activate the acceleration execution module
Rotary clamping cylinder / Lever cylinder: Clamping power source
Clamping arm, pressing head: Directly press the sheet metal, preventing it from slipping
Cylinder pneumatic unit: pressure regulation, filtration, and lubrication for the cylinder
Buffer stop block: Limits the travel of the clamping arm to prevent damaging the part
d.Auxiliary Signal Matching Module
Position detection proximity switch: Detects whether the part is placed in the correct position and whether the clamping arm is securely pressed.
Piping and solenoid valves: Uniformly control the opening and closing of all cylinders
Routing channels, protective baffles: Protect the pipelines and prevent welding splashes
The welding fixture, base on a steel base plate,it is equipped with positioning pins and support blocks to precisely position the part.
The part is automatically clamped by the cylinder and the clamping arm. The PLC is linked with the sensor switch and pneumatic components to achieve stable and automatic clamping.
