A fully automated workstation designed for bending metal rods according to the specific requirements of individual projects. The aim was to automate material handling, increase production capacity and ensure high precision and repeatability of production. The workstation is equipped with an input feeder, a Yaskawa industrial robot and a Wafios bending machine. The entire process runs in automatic mode with minimal operator intervention.
Workplace elements
- Input feeder with individual rod separation function
- Yaskawa industrial robot for material handling
- Wafios bending machine with automatic feeding and removal
- Gravity chute for finished bent parts
- Control panel with modes for loading and automatic operation
Benefits and advantages of the solution
- Fully automated handling and bending without the need for manual labour
- High precision, speed and repeatability of production
- Safe and ergonomic operation for the operator
- Easy adaptation to different types of projects and rod variants
Minimisation of downtime thanks to simultaneous handling and bending
