Automation
Automation
From the workpiece to the clamping device and the finished automation solution.
You buy the machine. We do the rest.
Your challenge: you strive for unattended manufacturing.
Our offer: we plan the entire process and implement it for you.
Starting with perfect workpiece clamping we plan and implement the optimal robot cell for you, with all required components and peripheral equipment, so that your production is fully automated.
We provide you with everything from a single source – from the clamping device to the robot, and even the software. For workpiece clamping we have solutions for the entire spectrum of rotating and stationary clamping devices.
You too can take advantage of our no-hassle complete automation solutions!
Make an appointment for a free initial consultation at: +49 8382 96 19-0 or verkauf@vb-automation.com.
Automation with Vischer & Bolli automation robot cells
The new Vischer & Bolli Automation robot cells open all paths to automated production for you. We also offer an overall concept including the entire workholding technology for all different components from a single source.
Select from among the following options:
- Pallet handling
- Workpiece handling
- Toolholder handling
- Master computer software for entire cells
- Peripheral equipment such as lift systems, measuring machines, deburring cells, labeling systems, cleaning systems, automated guided vehicles, etc.
The modular design of the cells means that you can choose the extent of the functionality. In addition, you can start out in different upgrade stages. You can clamp workpieces in the fixture manually at the setup area (for single part manufacturing) or have this carried out by the robot in an automated process for serial products.
The workpieces are embossed right in the clamping fixture. Closing the front doors allows manual tasks at the machine, such as insertion of parts.
Offline CAM programming for the robot is possible via the master computer software
Pallet sizes from 150×150 mm to 2000×2000 mm, handling weights of up to 8 tons
In case of insufficient toolholder positions in the machine, additional toolholders can be changed via the cell, such as toolholders with a custom length that cannot be changed directly via the machine.
Machines without media passage can also be automated. In this case, the fixtures are opened and closed with the robot and a torque driver.
Robot cell automation
The absolute added value of these automation solutions is the modular design in different stages. They are based on modular pallet-loading systems for direct workpiece loading with automated changing of the fixture. The number of fixtures, workpieces and toolholders is variable.
Due to custom requirements, upgrade stages and clamping technology have undergone continuous development in recent years.
The robot cells are designed for one-off and serial production, and can be used with any machine tool.
VBA FLEXLINE
FOR TURNING AND MILLING
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 10 KG
- Perfect for processing small parts (e.g. medical technology and precision mechanics)
- Simple, flexible and cost-effective system with a small footprint
- Manually movable robot cell for quick and versatile use at different locations
- Standardized “docking station” for docking all interfaces and connections to the machine
- Intuitive, graphical HMI for operation without special robot knowledge
- Double pull-out drawer system with 4 levels
VBA SMARTLINE
FOR TURNING, MILLING AND Grinding
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 14 KG
- Simplest handling and fast change-over times
- Small footprint on Euro pallet size (1200 x 800 mm)
- Implementation of complete production processes (cleaning, preserving, measuring, labeling, etc.)
- Quick access to the machine thanks to mobile cell with quick docking system
- For new and existing production machines
- Modular expansion with various storage and processing systems
- Automated clamping head and jaw change-over possible for the smallest batch sizes
VBA ECOLINE
FOR TURNING, MILLING AND Grinding
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 25 KG
- Best price performance ratio
- Robot with boom or base construction
- Flexible installation, user-friendly operation and compact design
- Machine loading via front or side doors
- FlexiBox storage solution for workpieces, clamping heads and clamping jaws with 5 or 10 drawers, quickly interchangeable with industrial forklifts and AGVs
- Manual or automatic operation possible thanks to retractable robot arm
- Automatic clamping head and jaw change-over possible for the smallest batch sizes
VBA ENTRYLINE
FOR MILLING
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 300 KG
- Modular design enables start with fixture handling and later expansion to parts handling
- Expandable for entire processes
- Manual machine operation still possible thanks to hinged doors on the cell
- Available with fixed racks, double pull-out rack or lift system
- Simple control, no robot knowledge required
- Connection to ERP system possible
- Master computer capable
- Fixture handling up to 500 x 500 mm pallet size
Maximum flexibility in a modular robot cell
KUKA robot combines workpiece, fixture and tool handling in a five-stage complete solution
VBA PROLINE
FOR TURNING, MILLING, Grinding AND more
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 600 KG
- Complete concepts for turning, milling, grinding, assembly, etc., individually tailored to your requirements
- Clamping technology from HAINBUCH and VBA, individually adapted to your workpieces, provide the basis for the automation cell
- From batch size 1 to large series, autonomous production up to 72 hours, with any integrated peripherals (e.g.washing, measuring, laser marking)
- Free choice between fixture, workpiece and tool handling
- Integrated master computer as standard
- Fixture handling up to 1000 x 1000 mm pallet size
Modular cell for fully automated production
Screw jack manufacturer ZIMM increases competitiveness through automation
VBA HEAVYLINE
FOR MILLING AND VERTICAL TURNING
HANDLING WEIGHT UP TO 8000 KG
- Complete concepts for vertical turning, milling, etc., individually tailored to your requirements
- Modular design according to customer requirements and very sturdy construction
- 360° tower rotation without fork protrusion, 360° rotatable set-up station
- Mobile X-axis according to customer requirements
- Large telescopic range with double gripper fork (adaptable to pallets)
- Complete VBA clamping technology concept for large parts production
- Master computer capable
- Fixture handling up to 2500 x 2500 mm pallet size
NEED THE MATCHING WORKHOLDING TECHNOLOGY?
EVERYTHING FROM A SINGLE SOURCE!
DOCKLOCK AC QUICK CHANGE-OVER INTERFACE IN AUTOMATED STATIONARY MACHINING
- Automatisiertes Nullpunktspannsystem für den automatisierten Vorrichtungsschnellwechsel
- Eine Universalschnittstelle für Maschine, Rüstplatz und Roboterflansch
- Schutz vor Schmutz und Spänen dank Ausblasung von Spannbohrung und Auflageinseln und automatischer Verschließung der Spannstelle
- Höchste Prozesssicherheit dank integrierter Auflageund Spannzustandskontrolle
- In hydraulischer oder pneumatischer Ausführung
- Vorrichtungswechsel von ≤ 2 Minuten
- Wechselwiederholgenauigkeit von ≤ 0,005 mm
CENTROTEX AC QUICK CHANGE-OVER INTERFACE IN AUTOMATED ROTARY MACHINING
- Interface for automated quick change-over of chucks and mandrels
- Individually adaptable and clamping device manufacturer independent
- Unattended set-up and production of workpieces with different clamping diameters, clamping profiles and chuck depths
- Maximum process reliability thanks to intelligent sensor queries
- Change-over repeatability of ≤ 0.003 mm
- Flexible and efficient production from batch size 1
AUTOMATED CHANGE-OVER OF CLAMPING HEADS AND CLAMPING JAWS
- Maximum flexibility combined with low handling weight
- Ideal for small batch sizes and high variance
- TOPlus AC for automated clamping head and workpiece end-stop change-overs
- Automated clamping jaw change-over for centric vices
- Automated clamping jaw change-over for jaw chucks
Here we go
Let us help you enter the age of automation
As part of the HAINBUCH Group, Vischer & Bolli Automation GmbH is a specialist and general contractor for the automation of entire manufacturing cells.