Automated Bottles Sorting Handling Packaging Encasing Industrial Robotic Arm
Overview of Production Line
The production line described involves automated handling of bottles, typically in a beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing context. The process includes picking bottles from a conveyor belt or palletizing area and placing them into carton cases for packaging and distribution.
Components and Configuration
1.Conveyor System: Bottles are conveyed to a staging area where they are positioned for picking. The conveyor system ensures a steady flow of bottles, synchronized with the robot's operation.
2.Vision System: Integrated cameras or sensors provide visual guidance for the robot to locate and accurately grasp bottles. This ensures precise positioning and orientation, crucial for efficient handling.
3.4-Axis Robot Arm: The robot arm is equipped with four articulated joints:
Base Rotation (Axis 1): Enables the arm to rotate horizontally, aligning with the conveyor or staging area for optimal picking positions.
Shoulder Joint (Axis 2): Provides vertical movement to adjust the height at which the arm operates, facilitating the picking of bottles from different layers or heights.
Elbow Joint (Axis 3): Allows the forearm to extend or retract, reaching out to grasp bottles from specified locations on the conveyor or staging area.
Wrist Rotation (Axis 4): Provides rotational movement at the end-effector, allowing the gripper to adjust the orientation of the bottles as needed before placement.
4.End-Effector (Gripper): The gripper is designed to securely grasp bottles of various shapes and sizes without causing damage. It may include features like suction cups or specialized clamps depending on the bottle design.
5.Carton Case Conveyor: Once bottles are picked, they are placed into carton cases conveyed alongside the bottle picking area. This conveyor ensures that cartons are consistently positioned for filling.
6.Control System and PLC: A programmable logic controller (PLC) coordinates the operation of the entire system, including the robot arm, conveyor belts, and other auxiliary equipment. It interprets commands from a centralized control interface or software system.
Working Flow
Pick and Place Operation: The robot arm uses its 4-axis configuration to approach bottles, pick them up with precision using the gripper, and place them gently into designated positions within the carton cases.
Safety Features: Enclosed areas and sensors ensure safety during operation, preventing collisions and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Integration with Production Line: The robot's movements are synchronized with upstream and downstream processes, ensuring seamless integration into the overall production flow. This includes coordinating with filling stations, labeling, and sealing processes downstream.
Programming and Optimization
Path Planning: Programmers define optimal paths and trajectories for the robot arm using specialized software. This includes configuring movements to maximize speed and accuracy while minimizing cycle times.
Teaching and Adaptability: The system allows for easy reprogramming or adjustment to accommodate different bottle sizes, production rates, or packaging configurations.
Benefits and Advantages
a 4-axis robot designed for picking bottles into carton cases within an automated production line offers significant advantages:
Increased Efficiency: Automates repetitive tasks with precision and consistency, reducing labor costs and cycle times.
Improved Quality: Minimizes errors and product damage associated with manual handling.
Flexibility: Adaptable to different bottle types and production requirements through programming and configuration adjustments.
This integrated solution enhances overall productivity and operational efficiency in beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, meeting high standards of quality and reliability in packaging operations.
Usages
- Automated bottle handling
- Robotic bottle picking
- Encasing robotic arm
- Bottle packaging robot
- Automated packaging solution
- Robotic pick and place system
- Industrial robot arm for bottles
- Automated bottle sorting
- Robotic packaging machinery
- Bottle handling automation
Product Specification:
Application |
Handling, Stacking, Loading and unloading |
Axes |
4 |
Payload |
12Kg |
Installation |
Ground |
Working Range |
1500mm |
Positioning Repeatability |
±0.08mmm |
Security Level |
IP54 |
Weight |
165Kg |
Capacitance |
1.6KVA |
Parameters |
Motion Range |
Max Speed |
1 |
-170°/+170° |
130°/S |
2 |
-125/+10° |
130°/S |
3 |
-95°/+10° |
150°/S |
4 |
-360°/+360° |
150°/S |