Robots equipped with force sensors and work support systems automate the processes from component insertion to surface mounting, printed circuit board assembly, unit assembly, and shipping , which require precise and complex work . Reduce human error.

Arrival

Import

Parts warehouse

Surface mount

Printed circuit board assembly

Parts molding

Deburring / polishing

Parts molding

Parts molding

Progress management

parts storage

Poka repellent

The problem

Mistakes / supply errors in parts

Work stoppage due to shortage

Resolution

Prevent mistakes by work instruction system

Advance notification of missing items using indicator lights

deburring and polishing

Deburring / polishing

The problem

Complicated work processing adjustment of various shapes

Tool wear occurs

Resolution

Short start-up time with simple teaching

Wear amount detection by force sensor

unit assembly

Screw tightening work support

The problem

Assembly error in high-mix low-volume production

Easy response to fluctuations in production load

Resolution

Prevent mistakes with work support systems

Work optimization according to production status

inspection

Haptic application

The problem

Manual connection of the connector to the inspection device is required

Resolution

Automation of the entire inspection process by introducing a robot equipped with a force sensor

packages

Packaging

The problem

Needs to adjust the seal, cutting operation and cut length according to the workpiece

Resolution

Simplification of equipment startup with seal, cut mechanism and correction function

Progress management

Andon

The problem

It takes time and effort to visualize the production status

Indicators cannot be introduced just for visualization

Resolution

Efficiently build and operate a system that can visualize situations not only on large screens but also on tablets and PCs. It also has a signage function to increase the added value of the visualization system.

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