Steel Plate Bending through Hyundai Robotics HS220

Industry > MachineApplication > Machine TendingSector > Manufacturing

This automation solution utilizes the Hyundai Robotics HS220 to automate the high-risk task of bending heavy steel plates into complex shapes.

Due to the weight and large dimensions of these products, manual operation is physically demanding and significantly hinders production efficiency. This project was initiated to boost productivity through heavy-load automation and to ensure workplace safety by removing workers from hazardous zones. Because the robot maintains its grip on the steel plate during the entire bending process, cycle times are shortened, ensuring high output and consistent quality.

Components

Robot	Robot: Hyundai HS220 Type: 6-axis articulated industrial robot Payload: 220kg (Ideal for heavy steel sheets and large-scale grippers) Reach: 2,666mm (Wide working envelope for handling large materials) Weight: 955kg Repeatability: ±0.11mm

Workflow

STEP 1.	Picking: The robot picks up the heavy steel plate from the material stack.
STEP 2.	Bending: The robot performs the bending operation in synchronization with the press machine.
STEP 3.	Unloading: The finished product is loaded onto the discharge jig.

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Features

No. 1 Market Share & Robust Service Network (Hyundai Robotics)

Proven Expertise: Since entering the domestic robot market in 1984, Hyundai has established a vast range of automation solutions and product lineups.
Turnkey Capability: Offers fully customized solutions by managing the entire process—from robot manufacturing and engineering to final installation.

Wide Working Range & High Productivity

Extensive Reach: Utilizes a robot with a working radius exceeding 2.6m to perform bending operations on large-volume workpieces.
Active Bending Support: By leveraging the high-payload HS220, the robot can support and move with the product during the bending process, significantly reducing overall cycle times.
Continuous Workflow: Maximizes production output through 24/7 continuous automated operation.

Results

ROI Period	12 months
Key Benefits	Significant productivity boost through shortened cycle times. Increased throughput via uninterrupted continuous operations.
Client Feedback	By performing rigorous optimization to shorten the work cycle time, we were able to achieve a massive increase in overall productivity.