Robotic Loading / Pallet System
Automated pallet handling system with robotic loading/unloading for unattended CNC machining.
Overview
The ABB IRB-6700 is a high-payload industrial robot integrated into an automated pallet management system enabling fully unattended titanium machining operations.
Key Specifications
- Pallet Capacity: 6–60 pallets per automated cell (configurable)
- Cycle Time: < 90 seconds per load/unload operation
- Positioning Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Typical Applications
- Multi-pallet family production for aerospace structural components
- Lights-out manufacturing cells operating 24/7 without operator intervention
- High-volume aerospace component families requiring consistent quality
Engineering Notes
Robotic pallet systems increase equipment utilization from 30% (manual) to >85% by eliminating non-cut time. The system includes automatic part verification, chip removal, and tool change monitoring to ensure continuous production integrity.