Custom Designed Robotic Cell for Shot Blasting
The robot uses a custom designed magnetic EOAT (End of Arm Tool) to pick multiple parts from a pallet and present them into a blast cabinet for finishing. The operator loads one of 12 pallets with a tray of unfinished parts then selects the specific processing program from the touch screen operator panel.
The pallets automatically index into and out of the cell as they are processed by the robot and the blast cabinets.
Project Description
This custom designed robotic cell is used for shot blasting a surface finish on very small parts.
Capabilities Applied/Processes
Cell Design
- Conception of cell that meets unique production requirements.
- Create SolidWorks© 3D models of cell concept
Tooling Design
- End Of Arm Tooling (EOAT) Design Integrated w/ a custom designed magnet lifting mechanism.
Installation
Start-Up
Operator and Maintenance Training
Features/Benefits
Features
Utilizes FANUC© M10iB robot with R30iA controller.
Parts are delivered into the cell via the circular pallet conveyor.
Ability to control all blast variables:
- Duration
- Presentation (angle and distance)
Benefits
Provides a fully automatic processing cell that requires minimal operator involvement.
Ability to pick variable part sizes for presentation to the blast.
The operator has easy access to the process control via the custom programmed touch screen operator interface panel.
More Info
Overall Cell Dimensions
10 ft. x 7 ft.
Size Capabilities
Part sizes up to 3 in. square
Tightest Tolerances
+/- 0.2mm
Material Used
Shot beads
In Process Testing Performed
Functional runoff (no blast materials) performed prior to delivery
Industry for Use
Specialty manufacturing
Delivery Location
Columbus, Ohio
Standards Met
Customer supplied print, 2D Auto CAD Drawing
Product Name
Custom Designed Robotic Cell for Shot Blasting