Case Studies

Automated Bolt Fastening

Challenge:

Concept & Implement Vision Guided Robot

How:

Cognex Camera mounted on Motoman HP50 w/Atlas Copco 3107 Nutrunner

Result:

Free up resources - redeploy 2 operators to other duties

Automated Inspection

Challenge:

Concept & Implement an 8 cameras system

How:

Cognex Cameras on AB Controllogix EtherNet IP Field bus, images written to FTP server

Result:

Eliminated risk by: Certifying critical assembly w/traceability

AGV Machine Safety

Challenge:

Concept & Design Cat 4 Safety Systems for Automated Storage & Retrieval System

How:

Networked Pluto Safety PLCs w/Gateway to EtherNet IP network

Result:

Free up resources - redeploy 2 operators to other duties

Colour & Textile Validation

Challenge:

Concept, and design a system to validate the colour & material for Seat Headrest

How:

Develop Cognex Cameras with Beckhoff Fieldbus, and SoftLogix on Virtual PC

Result:

Eliminated risk by: Error Proofing Shipment of 3 colours across 4 styles of head rests

Retro Fit EtherNet / IP Network

Challenge:

Developed a dependable and reliable network

How:

Replaced switches & hubs w/ Cisco 2940-48 Managed Switches. Configured 144 ports in fault tolerant ring & balanced the network load on Control Logix across 3 network adapters

Result:

Reducing risk of downtime by eliminating network crashes/bottle necks and providing a tool to diagnose & manage the network

New (Business) Program Launch Coordinator

Challenge:

Define methods to build the Lincoln Towncar Seats on the Crown Victoria production line. Minimizing the foot print, labour and capital costs

How:

Coordinated contractors and worked w/manufacturing personnel to implement $500Mill of new equipment and retro fits. Managing Run-at-rate, equipment & production certifications

Result:

Meet Run at Rate in 6months

Textile Poka Yoke

Challenge:

Concept & Implement SAB (Side Air Bag) Checking Equipment

How:

Develop a solution using mechanical cylinders w/vacuum system to certify correct assembly

Result:

Cost avoidance of paying patent royalties to competitor

Flexible Manufacturing

Challenge:

Develop electrical controls for robotic MIG welding cell w/ quick fixture change and intuitive diagnostics

How:

Designed stand-a-lone cell, using 7 axis Motoman XRC controller w/ MotoArc activated by Omron PLC w/remote IO in hot swappable welding fixtures. Adjusting robotic welding paths and profiles according to fixtures installed and parts loaded

Result:

Reduce machine setup time and troubleshooting time

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