Advantages of the electrically driven eReam torch cleaning system compared to pneumatically driven systems: lower energy consumption, more easily controllable, safe operation. Optionally equipped with electrically powered wire cutter.
Benefits
In automated arc welding, torch cleaning (http://www.sks-welding.com/de/schweissbrenner.html) has an impact on the costs and productivity. To positively influence both factors, the innovative eReam torch cleaning system (http://www.eream.de/gb_index.html) by SKS Welding Systems offers striking benefits. Its all-electric drives save considerable amounts of energy compared to pneumatic drives, are easier to control, comply with the applicable safety regulations and offer good monitoring capabilities. Based on experience and test results SKS, Kaiserslautern, optimized eReam (http://www.eream.de/gb_eReamFunctions.html) and manufactures it in two standard versions.
An easy-to-handle cleaning of the gas nozzles, reliable operation and system integration are among the basic features of eReam. Compared with pneumatically driven torch cleaning devices, energy consumption is considerably lower. For 50 or 1,000 cleaning cycles daily, energy consumption ranges at 11% or 1.5%, respectively! The same ratios apply to the CO2 emissions in connection with the system’s operation.
The fact that the reaming unit, the spraying unit, and the optional wire cutter are electrically driven also means that there are measurable and controllable electrical values. This allows for the monitoring of the safety-relevant functions, rendering the safety devices and precautions redundant that are required in the welding cell for operation with compressed air. These are sometimes more expensive than the torch cleaning stations. Also the costs and the complexity of the supply of compressed air are no longer required.
Application
As the functions of eReam are digitally-electronically controlled without any additional components or software, they are easy to integrate into common welding robot controllers and PLCs of automation systems.
The cleaning process is program-controlled. First, the robot moves the torch to the eReam unit. A centering ring ensures centric clamping and avoids damage to the gas nozzle. The material removal during reaming is dependent on the applied force; the mill torque is used as a control variable. Compared to the travel-dependent and often off-center reaming with air-driven tools, this saves material, time and energy – and avoids errors. In contrast to a pneumatic system that provides no feedback in case of an incorrectly guided reaming head, eReam detects if the reaming head is tilted or stuck. It moves the reaming head back and restarts the process.
The electronically controlled pump ensures that only the amount of anti-spatter liquid needed is actually sprayed on the torch. Instead of manually refilling the anti-spatter liquid, the operator changes only an externally mounted container. This is another step towards a clean welding cell. For users, who desire an electrically driven wire cutter, this version is optionally available. With both versions, SKS sets new standards in the field of torch cleaning with the proven reaming method.
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About SKS
As an innovative system partner for the automotive and supply industry, SKS Welding Systems has been providing pioneering work for automated arc welding from the very beginning.
With proactive and customer-oriented development efforts and their integration in different production environments, SKS enables its customers worldwide to maintain continuous and efficient welding operations. The highest possible availability of the welding systems with optimized cost efficiency is SKS‘ highest priority.
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