Weld Cell

Automation / machinery

A robotic weld cell automation manufacturer requested a fabricated prototype of a robotic weld cell.

A robotic welding cell automates the welding process within a confined and safe production welding cell. With an operator inputting weld parameters and other instructions into the robot controller and teach pendant, the welding robot and part positioner seamlessly work together to create consistent, high-quality and fast welds.

While Valence had the request to build a basic prototype, the operations team went above and beyond with its scoping and reviews with the customer to improve the manufacturability. 

The Valence operations team recommended that the prints be divided into separate files to better define the dimensions. For example, to be able to see the hole sizes & distances for manufacturability. 

 

Valence recommended to powder coat over paint to reduce waste as well as improve durability & appearance.

 

Lastly, the weld consistency was improved from previously produced units with reduced spatter and porosity. 

• Prototype
• Long-run

1. Confirm Scope
2. 3D Model
3. Confirm Design
4. Manufacture Prints
5. Laser
6. Form
7. Weld
8. Powder coat
9. Assembly

 

“We’re very happy with the end product. Quality fabrication and machining practices provided a clean, structurally sound product and conscientious attention to detail resulted in an improved print package. Also offered and suggested for our project was a powder coat finish. We opted for this and received a more durable and aesthetically pleasing end product. With over 1000 machines in the field, this is one of the nicest weld cells we’ve seen produced in this product family.” - Daihen Inc.