Not only did the UR cobot help the company achieve an uptime of 92% to 98%, it also played a key role in restructuring production.

The challenge of optimizing processes in limited spaces

In traditional manufacturing processes, operators have to manually handle workpieces weighing 2–3 kg to feed them into the processing machine. This creates:

• Ergonomic burden: Affects the health of the operator.
• Risk of errors: Workpieces can be damaged during the operation.
• High adjustment costs: Each time the shape of the workpiece changes, the equipment needs to be modified, increasing time and cost.

Breakthrough UR Cobot Application Solution

To overcome the above challenges, the company deployed the UR cobot system combined with OnRobot RG2 and RG6 grippers. This solution was designed with the goal of simplifying the production line and ensuring high flexibility in operation.

Integrated Torque Sensor

Because the glossy black color of the workpiece makes it difficult for the vision system, the company used the UR cobot's integrated torque sensor (F/T) to detect the workpiece when the gripper touches it. This method not only minimizes the use of complex camera systems but also significantly improves accuracy.

Optimized programming process

Thanks to the friendly programming interface on the UR cobot's teaching pendant, adjusting parameters when changing the number of skewers or the thickness of the workpiece becomes simple. The operator only needs to make small changes without complicated intervention in the system.

Enhanced Flexibility

A UR cobot can supply two lines with just one robot. In particular, when the product model changes, the robot can be reprogrammed quickly, saving significant costs and time.

Maximum safety in operation

A safety scanner is installed to protect the operator. When a person approaches the cobot, the robot's speed will gradually decrease and stop completely if a collision is detected, ensuring an absolutely safe working environment.

Effective application of Cobot UR in assembly lines

Not only limited to loading raw materials, UR cobots are also deployed in assembly stages. Robots are placed at the end of the conveyor to transfer workpieces to the next conveyor. A big advantage of the system is that when an incident occurs, the line is not interrupted, workers can temporarily replace the robot without affecting productivity.

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Outstanding benefits from the Cobot UR solution

• Increase productivity: Cobot UR helps the company achieve an operating rate from 92% to 98%, optimizing the entire production process.
• Cost savings: Reduce the number of robots needed, save on equipment investment costs.
• Improve ergonomics: Eliminate the burden of manual operations, protect workers' health.
• High flexibility: Easy programming and adjustment when changing products.
• Absolute safety: The system automatically decelerates and stops when it detects a risk of collision.

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Using UR cobots in production lines not only brings superior performance but also helps businesses solve problems of cost, space and labor safety. This is a testament to the potential of automation in restructuring and improving production. With the companionship of UR cobots, car manufacturers can completely go far in the era of industry 4.0.