Application cases · Hot casting handling
Thermally Insulated Transfer of Hot Iron Castings
An overhead-mounted pneumatic industrial manipulator with custom thermally insulated tooling grips, lifts and transfers castings weighing approximately 65 kg at approximately 250℃ between workstations, reducing direct manual support of hot workpieces.
- Tooling
- Custom thermally insulated tooling
- Workpiece weight
- Approximately 65 kg
Hot casting handlingApplication overview
Transfer of hot castings between processes requires mechanical assistance as well as heat-resistant tooling and appropriate operating distance. The workpiece in this application weighs approximately 65 kg and is at approximately 250℃. An overhead-mounted pneumatic industrial manipulator is paired with custom thermally insulated tooling. The manipulator carries the casting weight while the operator uses a handle to guide lifting, horizontal movement and placement for transfer before inspection.
System configuration
| Workpiece | Hot iron castings and die-cast parts |
|---|---|
| Workpiece weight | Approximately 65 kg |
| Workpiece temperature | Approximately 250℃ |
| Equipment arrangement | Overhead-mounted pneumatic industrial manipulator |
| Tooling | Custom thermally insulated tooling |
| Main motions | Gripping, lifting, horizontal transfer between workstations and transfer before inspection |
| Operation | The operator guides pick-and-place using an operating handle |
Configuration features
- The insulated tooling is designed for the shape and contact areas of the hot casting, reducing the effect of heat conduction on the operating area.
- The overhead arrangement uses the available mounting space above the workstation and reduces floor occupancy, helping connect transfer stations in equipment-dense areas.
- The manipulator carries the casting weight while the operator guides lifting, horizontal movement and placement, reducing direct contact with and manual support of hot workpieces.
Operating sequence
- Guide the tooling to the casting pickup position, align with its load-bearing areas and clamp it. Check the tooling contact and grip.
- Use the operating handle to lift the casting slowly clear of its original support surface, maintaining travel clearance from surrounding equipment.
- Guide horizontal movement along the transfer path between workstations, bringing the casting to the receiving position before inspection while maintaining operating distance.
- Align with the receiving fixture and lower slowly. Release the tooling after the workpiece is stably placed, then return the unloaded tooling to the pickup position.
Selection and configuration
- Tooling contact materials and thermal insulation can be selected for the workpiece temperature and contact duration, matching transfer conditions in casting and die-casting processes.
- The end gripping structure can be customized for the casting profile and load-bearing areas. Replaceable contact components are available for maintenance and size changeover.
- The overhead support arrangement and manipulator working range can be selected for the workstation layout, pick-and-place heights and available travel space.
Frequently asked questions
What does thermally insulated tooling do when handling hot castings?
It combines heat-resistant contact materials and thermal insulation to support the workpiece and reduce heat conduction toward the operating area. The operator guides transfer using a handle, reducing direct manual support of hot workpieces.
What workstation layouts suit overhead mounting?
Overhead mounting suits fixed workstations with suitable overhead load-bearing conditions and dense floor-level equipment. Mounting above the workstation reduces floor occupancy while covering casting pickup, transfer and placement before inspection.
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Share the workpiece name, weight per workpiece, dimensions and pick-and-place motions, and an engineer will recommend a manipulator arrangement, working range and end tooling. Drawings and site photographs can be sent by email or WeChat.
