industries

HEAVY INDUSTRY CONSTRUCTION

LAZERARC’S INNOVATIVE SOLUTION

TAILORED ENGINEERING FOR THE HEAVY CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

LazerArc took on a formidable challenge in the heavy construction sector, where a company specializing in automated welding cells required a unique solution. Their end customer, a producer of large construction and farming equipment, needed to automate the welding process of substantial fuel tanks used in heavy machinery. The task was daunting due to the sheer size of the components and the intricate requirements of the welding process.

CUSTOM ENGINEERING TO MEET SPECIFIC NEEDS
LazerArc’s approach to this challenge was not to offer a one-size-fits-all solution but to engage in custom engineering to meet the exact needs of their client. This approach was crucial as the available standard catalog items were insufficient for the task, primarily due to their size limitations and lack of specific engineering data necessary for successful implementation.

key features

LAZERARC’S CUSTOM SOLUTION

CUSTOM-DESIGNED SKYHOOK ARM At the heart of LazerArc’s solution was the custom-engineered Skyhook arm, designed specifically to handle the large fuel tanks. Unlike the limited options in standard catalog items, this tailored design ensured that the system was optimized for the task, accommodating the size and weight of the tanks efficiently.

PRECISION POSITIONING WITH VTMF2010 AND RTF900: LazerArc utilized the VTMF2010 on the main axis and RTF900 on the secondary axis to achieve superior positioning accuracy and zero backlash. This precision was vital in ensuring the quality and consistency of the welding process, especially given the large scale of the components involved.

OPTIMIZED CENTER OF GRAVITY (CG): Through meticulous calculations, LazerArc managed to bring the CG as close to zero as possible. This optimization not only enhanced the speed and control of the system but also significantly increased its longevity, a crucial factor in heavy-duty construction applications.

ENHANCED UTILITY ROUTING: The design included large through holes in the positioners and strategic cutouts in structural tubing, facilitating easy routing of utilities. This thoughtful engineering minimized potential disruptions and ensured a smoother workflow within the automated welding cell.

CONCLUSION

The VTMF single axis positioning system represents a significant advancement in the automation of automotive body side welding applications. With its combination of robust construction, precision engineering, and thoughtful design considerations, it offers a reliable and efficient solution to the challenges faced in the Body in White areas of vehicle manufacturing. The successful implementation of this system across various global manufacturers underscores its effectiveness and the value it brings to the automotive industry.