Robotmaster

Applications

TRIMMING

Robotmaster can be used for all types of trimming applications including: routing, water-jet cutting (with or without abrasive), laser, torch, plasma and compliant knife.

Advantages for Trimming Applications

Trimming paths can be generated automatically from the CAD model and subsequently modified with minimal effort to adjust for:
- Diameter of cutter
- Depth of cut
- Number of cuts
Tool orientations can be managed automatically to optimize the program for minimal wrist rotation and maximize robot reach
Ability to manage and optimize entries and exits
Ability to automatically activate/deactivate spindle or tool
Joint repositioning tools can be used to easily control the robot configurations and wrist winding/unwinding for optimal trimming trajectories
Ability to program, simulate and use multiple tools
Calibration tools that compensate for actual part setup

Videos

Trimming of a commercial thermoformed part using a Fanuc robot with a router spindle

Trimming of a commercial thermoformed part using a Kuka robot with a router spindle and multiple tools

Abrasive water-jet cutting of a medical carbon fiber part using a Motoman robot

Trimming of a flat part with an ABB robot and using orientation changes to avoid a crash between the wrist and robot base

A double Fanuc robot cell is used to trim a motorcycle part

Laser trimming of an automotive part using a Fanuc robot with a rotary table

Trimming of a thermoformed aerospace part using a Staubli robot and a small spindle

Water-jet cutting of a fiberglass part using a gantry mounted double Fanuc robot cell

Trimming of a wood part using a Kuka robot mounted on a linear rail

Trimming of a commercial thermoformed part using a Fanuc robot with a router spindle and multiple tools

Trimming of a polycarbonate visor using a Fanuc robot with a router spindle

Success Stories

Cad cam based robot programming

Complex material removal

Software speeds programming

7axis composite trimming

Robot software is first class

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