10608 Trayhandling Collaborative Robot on Laser Etching Machine

Initial situation

Roth Technik worked with a manufacturer recently in Switzerland where the correct marking of the produced parts is an important process step. Before cooperating with Roth Technik, the trays with parts were loaded manually into the laser marking machine.

Problem

This caused a lot of human labour.

Goals and requirements

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Solution

The solution consists of a collaborative robot picking trays from an input trolley, and placing them into the laser etching station. After marking, the trays are picked and placed onto the output trolley.

The trolley design allows for a very quick reloading and fast and safe transport from and to the next process steps. The robot automatically detects where the trays are, so no collisions can take place. Thanks to the open and collaborative design, manual operation of the laser station can take place any time, providing the flexibility the production sometimes requires.

Result/outcome

Due to this clever automation solution, the process of laser marking is now fully automatic, unmanned, and able to be running non-stop. The cost effectiveness has been drastically improved, which is a particularly important component of successful production in a high wage country like Switzerland. The scarce, skilled staff is effectively relieved and are working on more exciting tasks now.