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ROBOTIC Cylinder Sorting: The Future of Efficiency

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Transform your cylinder sorting process with our advanced robotic system designed for precision, speed, and reliability.

This cutting-edge technology streamlines operations, reduces errors, and boosts productivity while prioritizing safety at every step. Engineered to meet the demands of modern industry, our system future-proofs your workflow with consistent, accurate results and minimizes risks associated with manual handling. Experience the perfect blend of automation, innovation, and safety, eliminating inefficiencies and maximizing your sorting capabilities. Get decades ahead with a solution that delivers the efficiency, safety, and performance you need to succeed.

 

A LEGACY OF EXPERTISE SHAPING THE NEW ERA OF CYLINDER AUTOMATION

BHS Robotics and Weldcoa are combining their decades of robotic automation and cylinder flow expertise to develop a groundbreaking Proof of Concept for a modular robotic cell designed to streamline the sorting of mixed gas cylinder pallets. This collaboration focuses on two transformative technologies: a cutting-edge end-of-arm gripper and advanced identification systems.

The system’s ability to precisely identify, pick, and relocate cylinders introduces new levels of efficiency, reliability, and safety to industrial operations. Designed for operator ease, the solution integrates automated handling, 3D vision guidance, and barcode scanning to optimize workflows and reduce manual intervention.

Core Advantages:

  • Automated Mixed Pallet Handling: Simplifies sorting with operator-initiated loading and automated prompts.
  • 3D Vision Technology: Ensures precise cylinder identification and picking.
  • Integrated Barcode Scanner: Identifies cylinders and flags issues for manual review.
  • Reject Bay System: Redirects unscannable items automatically.
  • Increased Safety: Reduces exposure to heavy lifting and repetitive tasks.
  • Cost-Effective: Cuts labor costs and minimizes errors.
  • Scalable: Adaptable to different cylinder sizes and sorting needs.

This Proof of Concept is a pivotal step in automating cylinder handling, delivering a tailored and future-ready solution for industrial excellence.

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Cylinder Sorting Robotic System Stations

Base Station

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Base Station with Robot Transfer Unit

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Base Station with Robot Transfer Unit and Inspection Station

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Smarter Sorting. Safer Handling. Streamlined Efficiency.

The automated sorting process begins with simplicity and safety in mind. An operator loads a full pallet of mixed gas cylinders and removes the retaining straps to prepare the system for operation. From there, advanced 3D vision technology takes over, capturing detailed images of the pallet to guide the robot’s precise movements.

At the heart of the system is a custom-designed end-of-arm tool, equipped with state-of-the-art vacuum cup arrays that securely grip each cylinder. The robot lifts and transports each cylinder with care, ensuring smooth and accurate relocation to a designated placement area. To promote safety and organization, the system guarantees each cylinder is placed in a secure, vertical orientation.

This innovative process eliminates manual lifting and reduces operator risk, offering a safer work environment. By combining cutting-edge vision and gripping technologies, this system ensures unmatched efficiency, accuracy, and reliability in palletized gas cylinder sorting. The result: a streamlined workflow that saves time, minimizes errors, and enhances productivity for industrial operations.

Cylinder Defect Inspection: Precision, Efficiency, and Reliability

This advanced inspection system sets a new standard for gas cylinder quality control, automating the detection of surface defects with exceptional accuracy and consistency. By integrating cutting-edge robotic and imaging technologies, it streamlines inspection and sorting processes, ensuring that only cylinders meeting the highest quality standards continue down the workflow.

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  • Extensive Defect Detection
    From corrosion and pitting to dents, cuts, gouges, and fire damage, the system identifies a wide range of surface imperfections with unmatched precision. No flaw goes unnoticed, ensuring superior quality assurance.
  • Dual Inspection Bays
    Seamless efficiency is achieved with two inspection bays operating simultaneously. While one cylinder undergoes a comprehensive quality check, another is being loaded or swapped, reducing downtime and keeping operations flowing smoothly.
  • 360-Degree Inspection
    Each cylinder is independently rotated, allowing the system’s cameras to capture a complete 360-degree analysis. This ensures a thorough, high-resolution inspection of the entire surface, detecting even subtle defects that could compromise safety.
  • Automated Reject Sorting
    Cylinders that fail inspection are automatically sorted based on the type of defect. Rejected cylinders are directed to dedicated conveyor lanes, streamlining handling and facilitating targeted maintenance or disposal.

This innovative system offers a transformative approach to gas cylinder quality control — combining precision, automation, and reliability to deliver smarter sorting, safer handling, and streamlined efficiency.


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Our team is ready to help you streamline your processes and improve efficiency with tailored automation solutions. Let’s build the future of cylinder handling together! Reach out to us at solutions@weldcoa.com today to get started.

 

Think Beyond the Standard: Let’s Start the Conversation 

Contact us today to discover how our innovative robotic systems and automated inspection solutions can take your operations to the next level. From boosting efficiency and safety to streamlining sorting, we’ll help you think beyond traditional processes. Let’s work together to unlock new possibilities in cylinder automation — reach out now for a consultation and begin shaping the future of your business!

Reach out to our team at solutions@weldcoa.com for a consultation and discover the future of cylinder automation! 

 

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