The selection of industrial robots is a complex task that takes into account multiple factors. The following are some key considerations:
1. Application scenarios and requirements:
Clarify which production line the robot will be used in, such as welding, assembly, handling, spraying, polishing, palletizing, and other different application scenarios.
Consider the properties, dimensions, weight, and shape of materials on the production line.
2. Load capacity:
Select robots based on the maximum weight required for handling or operating materials, ensuring that their payload capacity is sufficient to perform the task.
3. Scope of work:
The size of the robot workspace determines its reachable range, ensuring that the robot arm can meet the needs of the working area.
4. Accuracy and repeated positioning accuracy:
For tasks that require high precision, such as precision assembly and welding, robots should have high positioning accuracy and repeated positioning accuracy.
5. Speed and beat time:
Select robots according to the rhythm requirements of the production line, and fast robots can improve production efficiency.
6. Flexibility and programmability:
Consider whether robots support flexible programming and can adapt to changes in production tasks.
7. Navigation method:
Select appropriate navigation methods based on production line layout and process requirements, such as fixed path, free path, laser navigation, visual navigation, etc.
8. Control system and software:
Ensure the smooth integration of the robot control system with the existing production management system, ERP system, etc. in the factory.
9. Safety and Protection:
Robots should be equipped with appropriate safety protection devices, such as safety fences, gratings, emergency stop devices, etc., to ensure the safety of human-machine cooperation.
10. Maintenance and Service:
Consider the after-sales service and technical support capabilities of robot manufacturers, as well as the supply of spare parts.
11. Investment cost and return rate:
Calculate input costs and expected benefits, including the purchase cost, installation and commissioning cost, operation and maintenance cost of the robot itself. By comprehensively weighing the above factors, the industrial robot that is most suitable for specific production line needs can be selected.
In addition, with the development of technology, it is also necessary to pay attention to whether robots have advanced characteristics such as intelligence, autonomous learning, and human-machine cooperation, in order to better adapt to future production environments.
When selecting industrial robots, the following principles should be followed:
1. Applicability principle: Select robot types based on specific process requirements on the production line, such as arc welding, spot welding, assembly, handling, gluing, cutting, polishing, packaging, etc. Ensure that robots can complete designated production tasks
2. Load and stroke principle: Select the load capacity of the robot according to the weight of the materials to be transported or operated, and select the arm span length and working radius of the robot according to the operating range.
3. Principle of precision and speed: For high-precision tasks such as precision assembly and electronic assembly, it is necessary to choose robots with high repeatability and positioning accuracy. At the same time, choose the appropriate movement speed based on production rhythm and efficiency requirements.
4. Flexibility and scalability principles: Consider whether the robot has sufficient flexibility to adapt to changes in different products or production lines, and whether it supports subsequent upgrades and expansions.
5. Safety principle: Ensure that the robot has complete safety protection measures, such as safety fences, emergency stop devices, safety sensors, etc., and comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.
6. Integration and Compatibility Principle: Consider the compatibility and integration of robot control systems with existing production equipment, production line control systems, ERP/MES systems, etc., and whether data sharing and real-time communication can be achieved.
7. Principles of reliability and maintainability: Choose robot brands with good brand reputation, high reliability, long service life, convenient maintenance, and sufficient supply of spare parts.
8. Economic principle: Based on factors such as initial investment costs, operating costs, expected service life, energy consumption, and maintenance costs, conduct a full lifecycle cost analysis to ensure reasonable investment returns.
9. Technical support and service principles: Assess the technical strength, service capabilities, and after-sales service commitments of robot manufacturers to ensure effective technical support during equipment installation, debugging, maintenance, and upgrading.
In summary, when selecting industrial robots, it is necessary to comprehensively consider multiple factors such as actual production needs, technical performance, economic benefits, safety and reliability, and later maintenance to ensure that robots can effectively improve production efficiency, reduce costs, ensure production safety, and adapt to future changes in production modes.
Post time: Mar-11-2024
