Optical inspection and laser marking of machining tools - HXG

The subject of the implementation was the development and delivery of equipment for 100% optical output inspection and marking of machine tools. The main parameters to be checked are length, shape and absence of defects. The customer develops the inspection module in cooperation with another entity.

In terms of the customer's needs, the equipment was designed on the HXG platform - a reconfigurable robotic platform in configuration:

• HXG Core - Fanuc (centre) with dedicated gripper
• Module 1 - Input tray optimized for toolboxes
• Module 2 - Empty module for further integration (optical inspection)
• Module 3 - Empty module for further integration (optical inspection)
• Module 4 - Empty module for further integration (output module)
• Module 5 - Blanking module (safety element)
• Module 6 - Module for laser marking

Process description:

1. The parts are loaded in the transport box at the HXG input - into the input module.
2. The robot removes the parts in two pieces
3. Robot manipulates the parts to the inspection stations
4. The robot manipulates the parts into the laser marking module
5. Robot manipulates parts into the output module for packing into shipping boxes
6. The device collects data and communicates with the parent ERP system