We implemented the full automation of a two-robot foaming production cell for Polytec. The system handles the processes of mold separation, IMC application, and foaming through 10 cabins, using 7-axis ABB robots mounted on a GÜDEL track.
The central element of the cell’s control and data flow is our proprietary SmartFactory system.
Key features of SmartFactory
- Field communication: Real-time control and data exchange between the PLC, the two robots, the cabins, the extraction system, the sample dispenser, and all peripherals.
- Server-side communication: Automatic retrieval of production parameters, reporting of manufactured parts, recipe management per cabin.
- User interface: Live statuses, error handling, feedback per cabin, and online graphs for continuous monitoring of cell production data and process indicators.
Main components of the system
- 10 safety cabins with automatic door control
- IMC and mold separation robot, as well as foaming robot with separate cleaning stations
- GÜDEL 7-axis robot tracks
- Sampling station and central extraction system
Result The integration of SmartFactory has created a stable, traceable, and fully automated foaming process with precise manufacturing parameters, real-time monitoring, and error-free reporting.
