Gluing

Automotive products are evolving to prioritize safety, energy efficiency, environmental friendliness, and pollution reduction. Adhesive usage in vehicle bodies is crucial and widely applied, serving various purposes such as sealing, shock absorption, rust prevention, sound insulation, and thermal insulation. These adhesive techniques provide an alternative to traditional welding methods, optimizing the production process. Therefore, selecting the appropriate welding adhesive is of utmost importance.

Challenges in the Gluing Process

Low Accuracy of Gluing Location
The presence of irregular points on the component product hampers the precise positioning of manual gluing application, leading to reduced accuracy.
Poor Worker Collaboration and Consistency
Gluing task requires two manual operators: one loads and unloads materials, while the other applies adhesive with a glue gun.
Poor Gluing Environment
Handheld adhesive application equipment creates a disorganized and untidy work environment.

DUCO Automated Gluing Solution

The task involves using the DUCO Cobot with additional axis and an adhesive supply system, along with a safety laser scanner. A multi-collaborative robot, GCR20, equipped with a glue gun and tooling, is employed in the project. The robot follows a predetermined path for adhesive application while the operator handles part loading and clamping. Upon completion, the robot performs adhesive application at both workstations as instructed by the operator.

Higher Security Protection

The workstation incorporates advanced safety measures, including safety mats and laser scanners, to monitor the equipment's surroundings and provide access control, ensuring operator safety and enhancing overall personnel protection.

Quality Assurance and Eco-Friendly

Introducing an adhesive coating system that offers reliable, low-maintenance operation, consistent product quality, effective leak control, and environmental pollution prevention for long-term stability and ease of management.