The continued automation of processes within the manufacturing industry in southern Africa is fuelling demand for world class robotics that enables local companies to compete on the global stage. Advanced control equipment that ensures the smooth operation of robots in the field is now being used to manipulate these robots to work ever faster and more accurately. Like the central nervous system of a living creature, signals are constantly transmitted between the controllers and the robotic devices in order to facilitate effective operation of the process.
In many manufacturing environments conditions can be arduous, with extreme temperatures, excessive mechanical forces and chemicals and contaminants that can interfere with the machines. As a result, careful attention needs to be paid to designing and manufacturing control cabling paths that can withstand these rigours while performing flawlessly during the manufacturing process.
A vital link
Robotic cabling, harnessing and accessory specialist, Helukabel is at the forefront of technology for interfacing controllers with robots. The company’s expertise ensures that the central nervous system of an operation works flawlessly on a continuous basis for many years, no matter what the conditions are on site.
Helukabel’s subsidiary, Robotec Systems works with customers around the world, assisting in the robotic automation of their operations. Robotec engineers are able to develop pre-assembled cable protection systems (dress packs) for robots and handling systems, as well as offering additional services to ensure the optimal performance of robotic systems in almost any application. Their services include system analysis, consulting, planning, installation, service and warranty of mass-produced cable protection systems for robots in automation systems. Control pathways are tailor-made to suit each customer’s application, with products that include dress package systems and their associated systems for automation, handling, spot welding, gas-shielded welding and laser welding.
The right solution
Doug Gunnewegh of Helukabel South Africa says that the company’s specialists are able to assist in the selection of the correct cables, lines, supplemental systems and cable protection systems to be used in all kinds of applications.
“They are able to conceive and construct suitable systems to keep pace with the ever advancing technologies used in robotics today. Whether in Germany, South Africa or elsewhere in the world, Robotec’s team of expert robotics specialists is able to assist companies to get the most out of their automation systems and keep them running reliably for many years,” he concludes.
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