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Case Study

Dual Robotic Trimming Solution for Aerospace Component

When a key customer, embarking on a potential Manufacture Rate Ramp Up, sought an innovative solution to automate a labour-intensive manual trimming process, Trident stepped up to the challenge with a groundbreaking robotic solution.

Client

Aerospace Client

This was another excellent turnkey project where Trident was responsible for:

  • Solution Design
  • ABB Robots Selection
  • Tool Manufacture
  • Electrical Design and Installation
  • End Effector Design and Manufacturing
  • Robotic Programming
Challenge

Our customer's need was clear: they aimed to elevate productivity, maintain impeccable accuracy, and eliminate manual labour from their component trimming process as part of their rate ramp-up initiative.

Our Robotic Solution

Trident Engineering Solutions devised a cutting-edge dual robotic solution, fully integrating ABB robots, that not only met the customer's requirements but exceeded expectations. This comprehensive, turnkey project covered a wide array of services:

  1. Solution Design

    Our engineering team meticulously crafted a tailored solution to optimize the customer's manual process, providing maximum efficiency.

  2. ABB Robots Selection

    We chose and customized ABB robots, known for their precision and reliability, to execute the trimming and drilling tasks with unrivalled consistency.

  3. Tool Manufacture

    Employing our advanced, in-house CNC workshop, we precisely manufactured the tools necessary for the trimming and drilling operations, guaranteeing top-notch quality control and rapid production.

  4. Electrical Design and Installation

    Our dedicated team handled both the electrical design and seamless installation of the ABB robots, ensuring they flawlessly integrated into the customer's existing setup.

  5. End Effector Design and Manufacturing

    We meticulously designed and manufactured end effectors, a critical component for the success of the project, tailored specifically to the trimming and drilling requirements, further enhancing precision.

  6. Robotic Programming

    Utilizing RobotStudio, we conducted both online and offline programming to ensure the ABB robots performed their tasks flawlessly, maintaining unparalleled accuracy and efficiency.

Outcome

The outcome of this turnkey project was nothing short of remarkable: a significant boost in the efficiency of the component trimming process. By introducing ABB robots into the equation, our customer achieved remarkable productivity gains while reducing the margin for error, ultimately saving both time and resources.

Trident Engineering Solutions takes immense pride in delivering innovative solutions to the aerospace industry, and this case study is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and precision. For more information on how our robotic solutions can revolutionize your operations, reach out to us today.

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