Commissioning and optimization of a robotic drilling and riveting cell for AIRBUS
Company
AIRBUS, a global leader in the aeronautical industry, with demanding automated manufacturing processes for high-precision structural components for the BOEING 737 MAX program.
Challenge
Ensure the correct commissioning, adaptation, and validation of a robotic drilling and riveting cell supplied by GEMCOR, guaranteeing that the system met the technical, precision, and quality requirements demanded by AIRBUS in the face of engineering changes and specific production needs.
Problem
- The robotic cell was initially designed and assembled by GEMCOR in the United States, requiring final adjustments on site.
- Changes in AIRBUS requirements affected robot trajectories, positioning, and part handling.
- Sensors and control systems needed to be recalibrated to meet current manufacturing standards.
- The system had to successfully pass the acceptance and industrial validation tests required by AIRBUS.
Solution
How we do it?
Surcontrol acted as a specialized technical consultant for AIRBUS during the commissioning of the robotic cell.
Engineering work was carried out to modify the robot's trajectories, redefining the pick-up and placement points for parts according to the new requirements.
Sensors and control systems were also calibrated to ensure maximum accuracy in the drilling and riveting processes.
Surcontrol accompanied AIRBUS during the acceptance tests, validating the correct operation of the cell in accordance with aeronautical standards.
Results
- Robotic cell fully adapted to AIRBUS requirements.
- Improved process precision, repeatability, and reliability.
- Successful completion of industrial acceptance tests.
- Efficient integration of engineering changes with no impact on production.
- Quality assurance in the manufacture of components for the BOEING 737 MAX program.