Automated capacity boost at MSK Plast Oy AB
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MSK Plast Oy AB, a leading player in the plastics industry, is renowned for its commitment to high-quality standards and its ability to deliver reliable solutions to its customers. Faced with growing production demands, MSK decided to enhance its production line by investing in a second paint robot. The goal was to reduce cycle times while maintaining the exceptional quality their clients expect.
Eksar AB was entrusted with delivering a comprehensive solution centered around the ABB IRB 5500 paint robot. Beyond the physical installation, Eksar also managed project planning, configuration, and system integration.
Technical Information:
The project’s centerpiece is the ABB IRB 5500 paint robot, designed for precision and speed, making it ideal for demanding coating applications.
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ABB Robotics Components: The robot features ABB’s advanced drive units, air control, and bell systems, ensuring exceptional precision and quality in operation.
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POMA Systems GmbH Components: The solution includes gear pumps and valves specifically tailored to meet the rigorous demands of plastic coating.
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Integrated 2K System: Equipped with pumps, mixers, and color change valves mounted directly on the horizontal arm, the robot enables precise color changes and optimal process control.
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RobotStudio Integration: Eksar developed a comprehensive RobotStudio framework that supports program conversion, redundancy, and production simulation prior to implementation.
Workflow:
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Products are transported to the coating zone via the existing conveyor system.
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The ABB IRB 5500 works in parallel with the existing robot, applying paint with high precision.
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The robot handles color changes and application parameters via its IPS system, ensuring consistent coverage and superior quality.
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Once coated, products are transported for further processing.
"Investing in a second robot was essential to meet our growing production needs. Eksar’s approach, with a strong focus on pre-studies and pre-installations, played a crucial role in ensuring a seamless implementation. The result has been a significant reduction in cycle times and consistently high quality in our coating process."
Given that the new robot complements an existing robotic cell, Eksar went beyond the physical installation by delivering a RobotStudio framework for program conversion. This addition enabled redundancy and simulation capabilities, further enhancing system efficiency. With a tight project timeline, Eksar pushed the boundaries of digital preparation and pre-installation, aligning with its strategic approach. The results were as expected: a faster, safer, and more effective installation and commissioning process.
The installation of the ABB IRB 5500 has significantly boosted MSK Plast Oy AB’s production capacity while ensuring consistent quality in the coating process. Eksar’s meticulous and innovative approach, emphasizing digital preparation and thorough pre-installation, has delivered a seamless and efficient integration that meets the production demands of today and prepares MSK for future challenges.
Paint automation made simple