In the current development of science and technology, whether it is a small enterprise or a medium and large factory, in order to improve production efficiency, they will choose to use modern equipment to complete production.
With the wide application of robot technology in industrial production, robot arm has become one of the core equipment in many production lines. However, in order to ensure the efficient operation and long-term stability of the robot arm, proper installation and commissioning are also crucial.
This article will discuss in detail the requirements, precautions, requirements of the surrounding environment, installation and commissioning of the robot arm
Basic conditions for robot arm installation
The installation of the robot arm is not only a simple mechanical device fixation, it involves multiple aspects of the requirements to ensure that the installed robot can run smoothly and perform tasks.
Here are the basic conditions that must be met when installing a robot arm:
1.1 Solid Installation Foundation
The robot arm needs to be mounted on a solid, flat foundation. This is to ensure that the robot is not affected by vibration or external force when working, and to maintain motion accuracy and work stability.
The installation base needs to have sufficient carrying capacity to support the weight and load of the robot, especially for larger, heavier robot arms, the strength and stability of the foundation is critical.
1.2 Power and gas supply
Most industrial robots require electricity and air supply. During installation, it is crucial to ensure a steady supply of the voltage, frequency and current required by the robot.
In addition, some robot arms also need pneumatic system support, and the stability and pressure of the air source are also the key to ensure the normal operation of the robot.
1.3 Security protection facilities
Since robotic arms typically work with workers, safety is particularly important.
During the installation process, the protection requirements of the robot must be taken into account, especially fences, warning signs and emergency stop devices.
These safety facilities can effectively prevent collisions or other accidents between robot arms and personnel, and ensure the safety of the working environment.
1.4 Control system and communication interface
The robot control system is the “brain” of the robot, which needs to be connected with other devices (such as PLCS, sensors, computers, etc.) for data exchange and instruction transmission.
Therefore, during installation, it is crucial to ensure that the control system and the communication interface are well connected and the signal transmission is smooth. Installation personnel need to check that cables and communication lines are correctly connected and take protective measures.
Key points to pay attention to when installing the robot arm
When installing a robot arm, there are several key points that need special attention to ensure that the robot can achieve the best working effect.
2.1 Installation Location Selection
The placement of a robotic arm is critical to its efficiency and accuracy. When choosing the installation location, the following factors should be considered:
– Work space: Ensure that there are no obstacles in the working range of the robot arm and that the robot can perform all operations freely.
– Environmental interference: Avoid installing the robot in places with strong electromagnetic interference or large temperature changes.
– Range of motion of the robot arm: The robot arm needs to have enough room to move to ensure that the robot arm is not restricted when performing movements.
2.2 Connecting Power Cables and Signal Cables
When installing a robot, connect power supplies, cables, gas pipes, and signal cables. All connections must meet the technical requirements of the robot manufacturer and pass strict inspection.
Power cables and signal cables should take protective measures to avoid external damage or interference, and avoid voltage drop or signal distortion caused by excessively long lines.
3- Requirements of the surrounding environment
In order to ensure the normal and stable operation of the robot arm, the requirements of the installation environment are very strict. Key environmental requirements include:
3.1 Temperature and humidity
The robot may fail under extreme temperature and humidity conditions. Most industrial robots work in an environment where the temperature is usually required to be between 0 ° C and 45 ° C, and the humidity should be maintained between 20% and 80% (no condensation). Excessive temperature or humidity can affect the performance of the robot’s electrical systems, sensors and actuators.
3.2 Clean working environment
Robotic arms need to operate in a clean, dust-free environment, especially for some precision robotic systems (such as welding, spraying, etc.).
When installing, ensure that the working area is clean and free of oil and dust to prevent damage to the sensor or mechanical parts.
3.3 Shock and dust proof
For some robot arms with high precision applications, the vibration and dust of the surrounding environment may affect the accuracy of their work.
Therefore, it is necessary to consider taking anti-shock measures during installation to avoid installation in areas with large vibrations; For environments that are prone to dust, consider using a dust cover or sealing device.
4- Installation and commissioning steps
After the installation of the robot arm, commissioning is a key step to ensure that the robot can operate stably. The main steps of installation and commissioning are as follows:
4.1 Checking Infrastructure and Device Connections
Before commissioning, check whether all power, air, signal lines, communication interfaces and other infrastructure are correctly connected.
4.2 Initialization of robot control system
Initialize the control system of the robot according to the robot manufacturer’s guidelines. This includes the initial position calibration of the robot arm, sensor configuration, kinematic parameter setting, etc.
4.3 Running Simulation Tests
During debugging, various operations of the robot arm are simulated to test, such as point control, path planning, load testing, etc., to check whether the robot can accurately perform tasks in a predetermined manner.
4.4 Debug the accuracy of the robot arm
For precision operation, debugging accuracy is very important. Through precise positioning and measurement of the robot arm, it can ensure that it can meet the predetermined accuracy requirements.
4.5 Security Check
Finally, conduct a comprehensive security check. Including emergency stop buttons, sensor functions, guard rails, etc., are working properly to ensure that the robot system can quickly stop operation in case of problems, protecting the safety of operators and equipment.
