Geo Fixture
General
There is one (1) Geo Fixtures mounted on top of the trunnion located at Station 110. The Geo Fixture perform the holding of parts during robot pick, place, and securing parts while robot(s) perform the required welding, sealant, or laser welding operations. The fixtures can be simple, or complex based on the parts to be processed. To secure the parts during operation, the Geo Fixture features multiple clamps that grip and secure the part, preventing any movement from occurring.
Major Components
| Item | Description | Function |
|---|---|---|
| A | Pneumatic Panel | Controls the pneumatics for the Geo Fixture. Also sends and receives signals to/from the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). |
| B | Locating Pins | The Locating Pins on the Geo Fixture allow for the accurate and controlled placement of the parts. When the operator loads the part onto the Geo Fixture, the part must have each locating pin inserted into the locating hole. |
| C | Clamps | The Tunkers clamps actuate via pneumatic cylinder and secures the part into position while welding operations are preformed. |
