From machine carrier to robot portal
In collaboration with our partners Robosys and Merkle Schweißtechnik, we were able to implement a successful project at Siemens Energy in Berlin.
There was a desire to further automate an existing HAANE UP system and equip it with new welding technology. The aim was to be able to manufacture several different turbine models (including particularly large models) faster and more efficiently on the existing 200 t rotary tilting table.
In a joint effort with Siemens, the idea was developed and implemented to integrate a robot into the existing machine carrier together with new welding and plasma technology. With the help of this system, even the most difficult component geometries can now be welded and cut almost automatically.
To ensure that the project could be implemented efficiently and in a time-saving manner, the existing machine carrier was dismantled on site in Berlin and reassembled in our halls in Borken for conversion. The machine carrier was then equipped with a new Kuka robot, including new MIG welding and plasma cutting technology. In addition, a completely new extraction system was installed.
The particular challenge during reconstruction on site was the marriage with our 200 t rotary tilting table, which was to continue to be used. A special substructure rail system was designed and newly installed for this purpose. Together with our partners, we were able to complete the project successfully and within the tight time frame, meaning that the converted system is now operating very successfully.
