Vertical Injection Molding Automation with a TM Robot

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Vertical Injection Molding Automation with a TM Robot

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Application Field: Industry > Metal·Plastics, Application > Injection·Ejection, Sector > Manufacturing

Industry > Metal·PlasticsApplication > Injection·EjectionSector > Manufacturing

#MachineTending#InjectionMoldingAutomation#VerticalInjectionMolding#BuiltInVision#InsertOperation#OffsetCompensation#ManufacturingAutomation

This application uses a TM5 with a built-in vision camera to accurately detect molded parts in a vertical injection molding environment, compensate for positional variation, and perform precision insert operations. Even with misalignment between the turntable and the injection molding machine, the vision camera corrects the position, enabling automated insert work.

Project Background and Objectives

Replace labor in situations where hiring is difficult
Prevent safety incidents in hazardous operations

Components

Robot	TM5 6-axis articulated robot Payload: 6 kg Reach: 700 mm Weight: 22.1 kg Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Peripherals	Vertical injection molding machine Turntable Gripper

Workflow

STEP 1.	Eject the workpiece
STEP 2.	Detect the workpiece using the vision camera
STEP 3.	Compensate for position and insert the workpiece

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Features

Built-in vision on the TM robot enables precise insert operations by accurately compensating for part position
Warranty : 1 year

Results

Key Benefits	Repeatable insert operations with offset compensation Replaces labor in hazardous operations
Client Feedback	By deploying the robot, we achieved the effect of replacing one operator.

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