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Insert Loading, post mould automation, demoulding

RFA Rijlaarsdam Factory Automation B.V.
+31 (0)78 6100645
Wim Rijlaarsdam
Holland

Multifunctional robot for die casting machines.

This robot carries out several tasks in this installation:
-unloading the aluminum product from the press
-checking the product
-cooling the workpiece
-placing the part in the trimming press
-put the clean part on the outgoing conveyor

Reis Robotics USA
+1 847-741-9500 x401
Christopher J Clark
USA

Motoman’s line of foundry-hardened, six-axis robots featuring integrated robotic part handling and die-cast spray and ladling technology is designed for use in harsh foundry environments where dirt, water spray-off, and high heat and humidity are problems. The foundry-hardened robots are used in Motoman’s modular, flexible DieCastWorld™ solutions.

The Servo Float function, which reduces robot programming time, enables the robot to easily interact with the die cast machine and forces generated by the ejector mechanism. The robot reacts to external force by automatically moving with the direction of the force until that job step is completed.
Fixed and proportional robotic spray options are available. Low-cost, fixed spray regulation provides on/off control of the basic manifold only. Motoman’s highly flexible, proportional robotic spray option includes six independently controlled programmable spray circuits with proportional control of fluid volume, as well as two air blow-off circuits. Since it provides only the amount of fluid needed on each portion of the die, proportional spraying uses less die lubricant, which saves money on consumables. Proportional spraying can also lead to decreased scrap and higher yields.
Additionally, Motoman has patents pending on a two-axis proportional sprayer device that mounts on top of the die casting machine and is controlled by the robot’s external axis function.