Project Overview
The challenges in this application are high workpiece temperature and operator proximity risk; tooling materials and operating distance both require specialized design.
The AUREK solution removes operators from close-range handling of high-temperature workpieces and improves transfer stability.
Key Parameters / Solution Details
| Workpiece | Cast-Iron Parts / High-Temperature Die-Cast Parts |
|---|---|
| Reference Weight | Approx. 65 kg |
| Reference Temperature | Approx. 250 °C |
| Equipment Configuration | Overhead-mounted Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator |
| Tooling Type | Heat-Insulated Tooling / Custom Gripper |
| Required Motion | Gripping, lifting, transfer across workstations and pre-inspection transfer |
| Industries | Foundry, Die Casting, Heat Treatment and Inspection Transfer |
Application Challenge
- High-temperature workpieces are unsuitable for close-range direct manual handling.
- Standard tooling may deform under heat or compromise operating safety.
- The workpiece must be transferred reliably from the production position to inspection or the next process.
AUREK Solutions
- Overhead mounting reduces floor-space use and clears on-site equipment.
- Heat-insulated tooling is designed around the workpiece shape and temperature to reduce heat transfer into the operating area.
- The Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator carries the workpiece weight, while the operator only guides and places it.
Solution Value
- Reduce the risk of direct operator contact with high-temperature workpieces.
- Improve transfer stability for high-temperature workpieces.
- Suitable for replication across high-temperature die-casting, foundry and heat-treatment workstations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can standard tooling handle all high-temperature workpieces?
No. The tooling must be redesigned around the temperature, contact time, gripping position and material temperature resistance.
What are the benefits of overhead mounting?
Yes. It saves floor space and reduces interference in equipment-dense workstations.
What information is required for a high-temperature handling solution?
Provide the workpiece temperature, weight, dimensions, gripping positions, on-site photos and handling path.