Insert Loading Automation
Turnkey Automation Cell For Insert Loading - Loading 4 metal stampings, 0.001” clearance, for plastic injection molding
Custom Dual Function End Of Arm Tool For Automated Insert Loading / Part Retrieval (2 Inserts) - Inserts gripped by Robohand 2-Jaw parallel grippers, Firestone P025T Air Picker picks parts, verification of retrieved part via vacuum confirmation
Custom End Of Arm Tool (Pre-molded Plastic Part Transfer and Loading) - Custom EOAT on an ABB IRB 1600 robot, transferring and loading a pre-molded plastic part in plastic insert molding process
Custom End Of Arm Tool For Automated Insert Loading - In plastic insert molding process, using magnets to trap and retain inserts on a 4 cavity dual c-axis rotation (rotating down to pick up parts on a flat and dropping parts onto a conveyor)
Robotic Automation Systems specializes in insert loading automation (upstream and downstream operations) for insert molding applications, on both horizontal and vertical plastic injection molding machines, from 15 to 6,000 tons.
- High Tolerance Insert Loading (0.0002 inch clearance)
- Docking (ensuring accurate alignment)
- Single and Multi-Cavity
- Cleanroom
- Custom Programming (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Complete turnkey insert molding automation solutions or automation integration for specific operations, including:
- Upstream Automation,
- Pre-staging Inserts (at cavity centers)
- Inspection / Verification
- Downstream Automation
- Part Retrieval
- Inspection / Verification
- Assembly
- Packaging
- Hot Stamping
- Pad Printing
- Other Auxiliary Operations
- Overmolding (Press to Press Transfer)
- End Of Arm Tooling
- Docking
- Part Confirmation
Ability to handle a broad range of insert types and materials, including, but not limited to:
- Stampings
- First Shot Molded Parts
- Threaded Inserts
- Shafts
Use Robotic Automation Systems insert loading automation for:
- Reduced Cycle Time
- Consistent Cycles / Increased Part Quality
- Increased Productivity
- Reduced Scrap
- Mold Protection
Robotic Automation Systems selects from a wide range of robots to integrate the best solution for your custom insert loading automation, from manufacturers including Hahn Automation (GHS Automation / Geiger Handling), Wittmann, ABB Robotics, Epson Robots, Fanuc Robotics, Staubli Robotics and Yamaha Robotics.
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3-Axis Robots: 3-Axis robots are used for insert molding automation on horizontal plastic injection molding machines (top entry applications) and operations requiring higher speed
6-Axis Robots: 6-Axis robots are used for flexible automation in both horizontal and vertical plastic injection molding machines to increase flexibility for upstream and downstream operations and allow utilization of a larger working envelope. They are also employed when there are floor space or ceiling height constraints.
SCARA Robots: SCARA robots are for insert loading and unloading automation on vertical plastic injection molding machines. They are also employed to present a complement of inserts upstream of a 3-Axis or 6-Axis robot.
Contact Us for more examples of our solutions for plastic insert molding automation, or to start a conversation about how we might help you with your insert loading automation needs.