Robotize CNC machine
Robotize CNC machine
(OP)
Hi
We want to fully automate our CNC machine with the help of a robot. The robot will pick the part and place inside CNC for machining. Now we are stuck with how to integrate robot with CNC. Robot model is Fanuc S 420 iW, and CNC model is AWEA AF 650. (http://www.awea.com/awea_en/milling/vertical/af/sp...)
Would like to appreciate your valuable recommencation/suggestion.
Thanks
Hasan
We want to fully automate our CNC machine with the help of a robot. The robot will pick the part and place inside CNC for machining. Now we are stuck with how to integrate robot with CNC. Robot model is Fanuc S 420 iW, and CNC model is AWEA AF 650. (http://www.awea.com/awea_en/milling/vertical/af/sp...)
Would like to appreciate your valuable recommencation/suggestion.
Thanks
Hasan





RE: Robotize CNC machine
CNC: I'm finished with what I'm doing. Please take it away.
Robot: Ok, let go of it.
CNC: Please give me raw stock for part nnnnn. Or Robot: I'm going to give you stock for part nnnnn. Tell me when you have the necessary chuck ready.
Robot: Stock is in place. Close your chuck on it.
CNC: I've got it, leave me alone while I work.
Robot: Ok, I'm getting coffee.
RE: Robotize CNC machine
RE: Robotize CNC machine
Thanks for your writtings. Particularly Brian Petersen, i never thought of DeviceNet. I will read about it.
What if i use PLC/PMC to communicate with each other? Will there be any problem?
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RE: Robotize CNC machine
... but you do need a defined standard comm link that electrically isolates them from one another, so you don't have troubles with 'ground' being something other than zero volts, and related issues.
I think DeviceNet qualifies.
Running wires direct from one machine's control to the other machine's control does not qualify, and can get very expensive very quickly.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Robotize CNC machine
Besides, CNC machine and Robot, i have some other variables as well, like Auto door of CNC machine, signal from safety doors, signal from pallet table to tell robot that pallet is ready, work piece is ready.
Can DeviceNet support these extra I/Os ?
If yes then
How can i install DeviceNet here in my company, Thailand ? (I mean licence software).
Do i need to purchase any hardaware ?
Looking forward your generous reply
RE: Robotize CNC machine
Your CNC dealer should be able to help; don't expect him to do it for free, beyond recommending a local expert to help you figure out exactly what to buy and how to modify your programs.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Robotize CNC machine
And how can i install devicenet network system ?
thanks
RE: Robotize CNC machine
So what do you do? Here in The Colonies, everyone who runs a CNC has the number of an independent third party CNC guy who will show and fix your machine before the dealer has called back to schedule your appointment to make arrangements for a service call. These guys often also machine soft fixtures and write CNC programs.
I.e., you need local help.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
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Can you tell me please, how can i get "ROBOGUIDE-PalletPRO and PalletTool". I want to make a simulation.
thanks in advance
RE: Robotize CNC machine
You can look into dSpace control desk. It is highly customizable and can be used for any robotic system and could be integrated with your CNC machine.
There is this company also:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJlmmPVrBmw
Cheers,
Fe (IronX32)