Weld Cell
Improved Manufacturability
Automated weld cell base and walls
INDUSTRY
Automation / machinery
THE "ASK"
A robotic weld cell automation manufacturer requested a fabricated prototype of a robotic weld cell.
HOW IT'S USED
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.
UNIQUE ABOUT THE SPECS
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.
HOW WE HELPED THE CUSTOMER
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.
CAPABILITES
- Prototype
- Long-run
STEPS
- Confirm Scope
- 3D Model
- Confirm Design
- Manufacture Prints
- Laser
- Form
- Weld
- Powder coat
- Assembly
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“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.