A PRECISE, EFFICIENT AND ADAPTABLE SOLUTION FOR INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION. KUKA GAS-SHIELDED WELDING ROBOTS
In recent years, industrial automation has seen remarkable advancements, and welding is no exception. KUKA, a leader in robotic solutions, offers a range of welding robots with protective gas that stand out for their precision, efficiency, and adaptability, catering to the diverse needs of modern industry.
Versatility in Models for Various Applications
KUKA provides a wide array of robots specifically designed for protective gas welding processes, which adapt to various load and reach requirements:
KR CYBERTECH nano ARC: Specialized in protective gas welding, it offers a load capacity of 6 to 8 kg and reaches between 1440 and 1840 mm. Its hollow wrist design allows optimal accessibility during welding.
KR CYBERTECH nano: With a load capacity of 6 to 10 kg, this model features a slim central wrist that facilitates the mounting of triangulation sensors for seam processing.
KR AGILUS: Compact and lightweight, with load capacities of 6 to 10 kg and reaches of 700 to 1100 mm, it is ideal for confined spaces and TIG welding applications.
KR CYBERTECH: With a load capacity of 8 to 22 kg, it is perfect for heavy welding equipment or additional sensors.
KR CYBERTECH ARC: With a load capacity of 8 kg and a reach of 2100 mm, it is ideal for welding large metal components.
KR IONTEC: Designed for applications requiring large reaches (up to 3100 mm) and significant load handling (from 20 to 70 kg), such as welding large components or heavy welding equipment.
Advanced Software for Precise and Efficient Welding
The integration of specialized software is key in KUKA robots:
KUKA.ArcTech: Facilitates the programming and handling of arc welding tasks through intuitive instructions and structured menus.
KUKA.ArcSense: Analyzes real welding parameters and automatically compensates for tolerances, ensuring the quality of the welded seam.
KUKA.ArcTech AdaptiveWelding: Automatically adjusts welding parameters to component tolerances, maintaining consistent quality.
KUKA.SeamTech Finding and Tracking: Uses laser sensors for detecting and tracking weld seams, adjusting the trajectory in real-time.
KUKA.TouchSense: Adjusts for variations in shape and position of parts by taking measurements before welding.
KUKA.Tracc TCP: Automatically verifies and adjusts the tool center point (TCP) to ensure maximum precision in welding operations.
KUKA.Sim: Allows offline programming of welding installations, facilitating the simulation and creation of robot sequences.
Integration and Compatibility with Existing Systems
KUKA robots easily integrate with welding sources from various manufacturers such as Binzel, ESAB, EWM, Fronius, Kemppi, Lincoln, Lorch, Megmeet, Migatronic, Miller, or SKS. This compatibility is achieved through fieldbus interfaces like EtherCAT, ensuring efficient communication and minimizing startup times.
Applications in Modern Industry
KUKA’s protective gas welding robots are widely used in various industries, including automotive, where they are employed in manufacturing components like frames and battery housings for electric vehicles. They are ideal for several industrial applications due to their adaptability to processes such as MIG/MAG, TIG, and plasma.
The range of protective gas welding robots offered by KUKA constitutes a comprehensive and advanced solution for the automation demands within modern industry. With a combination of robust hardware and advanced software, these robots offer precision, efficiency, and adaptability, significantly contributing to the improvement of welding processes in various industrial applications.