Enameling of shower trays

In order to ensure an even coating, the IR 364/6 applies the material in one or more layers, depending on the shape of the component. Since over 80% of the trays produced are white, and because the application of other colors would require time-consuming cleaning operations, changing colors would not be cost-effective. The robotic cell is therefore used to apply enamel in one color only. This has two consistencies, though, each of which is assigned to a particular side of the trays. Each consistency demonstrates, however, separate flow characteristics, and thus requires its own spraying pressure. For this reason, the IR 364/6 is equipped with two spray guns.

• KUKA IR 364/6 robot 
• KUKA robot controller with control panel
• Robot programming
• Studies of the path motions and the material flow to validate process efficiency before the awarding of the contact
• Two spray guns
• Commissioning

• Higher productivity
  
  The integration of the robotic cell into the production flow enabled the company to achieve higher output, while at the same time optimizing the coating quality. One of the reasons for this increased productivity was the efficient communication between the robotic cell and the production management system.