How can robotic automation improve efficiency in manufacturing processes?

Our robotic automation solutions dramatically boost efficiency in manufacturing by enhancing speed, precision, and consistency. We focus on minimizing manual errors, accelerating production rates, and ensuring safety by handling repetitive and hazardous tasks.

What are the different types of robotic automation systems available for manufacturing applications?

We offer a range of robotic automation systems for manufacturing, including SCARA and Delta robots. SCARA robots are ideal for precision tasks requiring speed and compact design, while Delta robots excel in fast, repetitive actions like picking and placing.

What types of defects or issues can vision inspection systems detect in manufacturing?

Our vision inspection systems are adept at detecting dimensional inaccuracies, surface defects like scratches or dents, misalignments, and incorrect or missing components. They are also capable of verifying label accuracy, barcode readability, and color consistency.

What types of manufacturing tasks can be performed using a rotary indexing machine?Rotary indexing machines at Big Sky Engineering are highly versatile, designed to perform a range of precise manufacturing tasks. They are ideal for assembly, drilling, precision machining, and quality inspection. These machines excel in high-volume production environments, offering accuracy and repeatability.

Rotary indexing machines at Big Sky Engineering are highly versatile, designed to perform a range of precise manufacturing tasks. They are ideal for assembly, drilling, precision machining, and quality inspection. These machines excel in high-volume production environments, offering accuracy and repeatability.

Robotic Welding Assembly Solutions

SITUATION

A large united states automotive manufacture was in need of a machine to weld and laser mark automotive seat components. The machine requirements included utilizing two Yasakawa robots.

OPPORTUNITY & IMPLEMENTATION

The proposed and final stations include:

Product Loading/Offload- The product load/offload station features safety light curtains and LED indicators to instruct the machine operator.
Laser Marking- Product QR codes are laser marked onto the part.
Welding– Two Yawasaka robots seamlessly weld two components in the machine fixture.
3D Vision- 3-D vision systems inspect parts for quality assurance.

DESIGN FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

Class 3 guard enclosure.
Output: 80 PPM.
Stack Light Indicators display the current machine state.
Allen-Bradley 10” PanelView HMI
The machine HMI uses customary pictures & buttons for control overrides. All machine sequences can be
operated in manual mode on the HMI. Current cycle times are displayed on the HMI.

Approximate Combined Machine Dimensions: 10”L x 10 ’W x 8’H

Pneumatic Requirements: 80PSI – 9 SCFM

Component Welding and Laser Marking Machine

Component Welding and Laser Marking Machine

SITUATION

OPPORTUNITY & IMPLEMENTATION

DESIGN FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS