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Manufacturing still relies on manual labor, especially for high-mix manufacturing and fabrication that requires high precision, but the industry has been experiencing a growing shortage of skilled workers. Manufacturers are in need of a highly accurate automation system that can handle complex metal parts and stay reliable in an industrial environment.
Cohesive Robotics has developed a turnkey solution to fill the gap, transforming how automation can be applied to high-mix operations. With the Zivid 2+ 3D camera mounted on the robot to ensure accuracy, the Smart Finishing Robotic Workcell™ is able to locate parts and perform precise surface finishing tasks.
By switching to Zivid, Cohesive Robotics refined its perception workflow, significantly improving the system's overall performance. The Smart Finishing™ Robotic Workcell has delivered tangible improvements for its users. Processing times have decreased by 30% compared to manual finishing methods, while rework and scrap rates have dropped by up to 90%.
We’ve been very impressed with the camera’s generated data and ability to mount on the robot. The additional filters and post-processing features as part of the 2+ are particularly important for our applications”
David Pietrocola, Co-Founder and CEO at Cohesive Robotics
The Smart Finishing™ Robotic Workcell integrates proprietary software with a 6DOF collaborative robot, force-torque sensor, optional tool changers, multiple finishing kit tool options, and a Zivid 2+ M60 3D camera. The self-contained work cell features a modern HMI station and safety enclosure to protect against spinning abrasives and is built on locking casters, allowing easy relocation in a factory, with only standard power, compressed air, and ethernet connections required. Mobile carts in a double bay or single bay configuration allow offline part fixturing and support a variety of factory floor workflows.
The Zivid 3D camera played a crucial role in this system to ensure accuracy:
The integration and testing were conducted entirely in-house, with test parts provided by early customers. Over the course of six months, the team shifted from a previous 3D camera solution to Zivid. By switching to Zivid, Cohesive Robotics refined its perception workflow, significantly improving the system's overall performance.
The Smart Finishing™ Robotic Workcell has delivered tangible improvements for its users. Processing times have decreased by 30% compared to manual finishing methods, while rework and scrap rates have dropped by up to 90%. Additionally, premature wear of abrasive media, such as sanding discs, has been reduced by 30%. The system’s no-programming, autonomous capabilities have delighted customers. This allows operators to focus on production rather than complex robot programming.
Cohesive Robotics is actively working through a project backlog and is preparing for further deployments across the U.S., with plans to expand into Canada, Europe, and other regions. Future developments may also include expanding the work cell’s capabilities to handle tasks such as welding.
