The operation flow of programming-free mini intelligent bending unit is introduced in detail.

The operation flow of programming-free mini intelligent bending unit usually includes the following steps:

Preparatory stage

Workpiece design and data import: import the 3D design drawings or related data of the workpiece to be bent into the programming-free system. Some advanced systems support direct reading of common CAD file formats, such as STEP and IGS, without complicated programming conversion.

Raw material preparation: according to the requirements of the workpiece, select the appropriate raw materials and place them in the designated feeding position. The automatic raw material feeding device will dock with the intelligent stereo library to obtain the required raw materials.

Die selection and installation: The programming-free mini intelligent bending unit is usually equipped with an automatic die changing device, and the system will automatically select the appropriate die according to the bending requirements of the workpiece and install it quickly. Some high-end equipment also has the function of automatic mold detection and calibration to ensure that the mold is installed in place and the accuracy meets the requirements.

Feeding operation

Robot grabbing: the robot grabs the product through the fixture at the loading position, and the sensor on the fixture can detect whether the product is successfully grabbed.

Positioning of the centering table: the robot puts the grabbed product on the centering table first, and then slides the product to the lowest height of the centering table by gravity, and then the robot grabs the product again to ensure the position consistency of the grabbed product every time.

Bending process

Positioning and bending: The robot grabs the product and approaches the rear positioning device of the bending machine. During the approaching process, the robot slides along the lower die. When the rear positioning sensor is triggered, it indicates that the product is in place. At this time, the robot controls the bending machine to bend.

Side-changing clamping and re-bending: If the workpiece needs multiple bending processes, the robot will put the workpiece with one side bent on the hand-changing bench, grab the workpiece again after the fixture rotates 180 degrees, and then bend the other side of the workpiece in an auxiliary way until all bending processes are completed.

quality detection

On-line detection: During or after bending, some programming-free mini intelligent bending units will be equipped with on-line detection devices, such as laser sensors and visual inspection systems, to detect parameters such as bending angle and dimensional accuracy in real time to ensure the quality of the workpiece meets the requirements.

First article inspection: before mass production, the first product is usually produced, and the operator or quality inspector will conduct a comprehensive inspection and confirm it before mass production.

Blanking and finished product processing

Robot discharging: the robot will grab the bent and qualified workpiece and place it on the designated finished product stacking position or discharging conveyor belt.

Stacking and packaging of finished products: according to the production demand, the finished products are stacked for subsequent packaging and transportation. Some high-end equipment can also realize automatic packaging function, improving production efficiency and product safety.

Production management and monitoring

Data recording and tracing: The control system of the programming-free mini intelligent bending unit will record all kinds of data in the production process, such as workpiece number, bending program, production time, equipment running status, etc., for production management and quality tracing.

Remote monitoring and fault diagnosis: some advanced bending units support remote monitoring function, and operators can monitor the running status and production progress of equipment in the office or other places in real time through the network. At the same time, the system also has the function of fault diagnosis, which can automatically detect equipment faults and send out alarm signals in time to facilitate maintenance personnel to troubleshoot.