Weld bead detection for wheel rims
In the production of wheel rims, precisely locating the weld bead is essential to correctly position the valve hole. Misalignment can cause production and testing issues, increasing costs and downtime.
Detect weld bead position accurately and quickly
The Discus from Spookfish Innovations is an automated vision solution designed to detect the angular position of a weld bead on a wheel rim in under 40ms. This technology ensures the accurate placement of the valve hole, reducing production errors. Compatible with a wide range of wheel sizes, Discus can operate continuously for 24 hours a day and withstand significant environmental changes. The system, developed in partnership with ABB Robotics, also generates trend charts and predictive analysis to help operators increase fault tolerance. With intuitive touchscreen HMI display and robust pre-processing algorithms, Discus is a reliable and efficient solution for weld bead detection.
Benefits
- Reduces production errors
- Operates continuously 24/7
- Compatible with various wheel sizes
- Provides real-time and archived statistics
- Generates predictive analysis for increased fault tolerance