Automated Material Supply for Machining Centers using UR5e

Industry > Metal·PlasticsApplication > Machine TendingSector > Manufacturing

This application is an automated material supply system for machining centers using Universal Robots' UR5e.

The gripper and centering aligner have been effectively designed to handle various workpiece shapes. By enabling 24-hour operation, it realizes an efficient ROI.

Components

Robot	Robot UR5e: 6-axis collaborative robot, payload 5kg, reach 850mm, weight 20.6kg, repeatability: ± 0.03 mm

Workflow

STEP 1.	Robot picks up the workpiece.
STEP 2.	Centering and alignment of the workpiece.
STEP 3.	Removal of the finished part from the machining center and loading of the new workpiece.
STEP 4.	Alignment of the processed workpiece onto the tray.

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Features

Fast teaching and flexible task execution

On-site robot teaching completed in just 3 days
Capable of picking various tips using a centering aligner

Compact space utilization

Efficiently occupies spaces previously reserved for manual workers
Robot optimization allows operators to manage the system more effectively

Seamless, continuous production system

A continuous system that detects and processes material input automatically
Continuous production without human intervention or interruptions in the transfer process

Results

ROI Period	1.5 years
Key Benefits	Improved productivity through 24-hour production Securing consistent quality Replacing workers in hazardous tasks with robots
Client Feedback	By enabling 24-hour production, our ratio of actual production to capacity has increased, making it possible to optimize the average equipment utilization rate.

Automated Material Supply for Machining Centers using UR5e

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Application Field: Industry > Metal·Plastics, Application > Machine Tending, Sector > Manufacturing

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