How can a robot automate welding cylinders?

1. Customer Requirement

We need to design a welding auxiliary device that can meet the requirements of carbon steel material: a cylinder with a diameter of 800mm and a length of 2400mm or 1500mm, and welding with hemispherical workpieces at both ends;

Welding cylinders

2. Workpiece size

Welding cylinders welding robot

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Welding cylinders

5. Welding Robot Automation Process for Welding Cylinders

The automation of welding processes for cylinders using welding robots offers several advantages, including increased efficiency, improved weld quality, and enhanced productivity. Here is an overview of the typical automation process for welding cylinders using welding robots:

1.Design and Fixture Preparation:

The first step in the automation process is to design and prepare the fixture or jig that securely holds the cylinders in place during welding. The fixture should provide stability, alignment, and accessibility to the welding areas.

2. Programming the Welding Robot:

Once the fixture is ready, the welding robot’s programming begins. The robot’s path, speed, and welding parameters are programmed to ensure precise and consistent welds on the cylinders. The programming is typically done using offline programming software or through teaching pendant programming.

3. Cylinder Loading and Positioning:

Cylinders are loaded onto the fixture or conveyor system, which transports them to the welding station. The robot’s end effector, such as a welding torch or a welding manipulator, positions itself accurately using sensors or vision systems to locate the welding joints on the cylinders.

4. Welding Process Execution:

The welding robot executes the programmed welding process, following the predetermined path and welding parameters. The robot’s arm moves along the cylinder’s surface, applying the welding torch in a controlled manner to create precise and consistent welds. The welding process may involve various welding techniques, such as MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding or TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding, depending on the specific requirements of the application.

5. Quality Control and Inspection:

After the welding process is completed, the welded cylinders undergo quality control and inspection. This may involve visual inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT), or other quality assurance measures to ensure the weld integrity, accuracy, and adherence to specifications. Any defects or imperfections are identified and addressed promptly.

6. Post-Welding Operations:

Once the weld quality is verified, additional post-welding operations may be performed, such as grinding or polishing, to achieve the desired surface finish and remove any imperfections. These post-welding operations can also be automated using robotic systems, ensuring consistency and precision.

7. Unloading and Material Handling:

After the welding and post-welding processes are completed, the welded cylinders are unloaded from the fixture or conveyor system. Material handling systems, such as robotic arms or conveyor belts, can be utilized to transfer the finished cylinders to subsequent stages in the production line or for packaging and shipping.

By automating the welding process for cylinders using welding robots, manufacturers can achieve higher production efficiency, consistent weld quality, and improved overall productivity. The precise control offered by welding robots ensures accurate and repeatable welds, reducing errors and rework. Additionally, automation allows for the optimization of cycle times, increased throughput, and the ability to handle a larger volume of cylinders with minimal human intervention.

6. Configuration checklist

Component	Model	Notes	Quantity
welding robot	TKB1440	Chinese robot	1
positioner			2
Welding machine, material tray			1
Gas cylinder			1
linear actuator_a			2
linear actuator_b			2
linear actuator_c			1
rail			2
Machined parts	Non standard customization		1series

welding robot model

welding robot

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