1530 Automatic Laser Loader

Wanka Technology brand offers a complete service ranging from scheme design to installation and commissioning. It is equipped with a scratch-proof mechanism to effectively protect the surface of the plates. By purchasing the 1530 Automatic Laser Loader clamping-type fully automatic laser loading and unloading system, you can completely free up the labor force for manual loading and unloading, maximizing the utilization rate of the laser cutting machine. Enjoy PLC intelligent control, multiple safety redundant protections, and a 12-month whole machine warranty.

Design Concept

The core design concept of this system is "fully automatic, unmanned, and uninterrupted". It consists of seven modules: the gantry frame mechanical arm, the loading suction cup fixture, the unloading clamping fixture, the X/Y/Z three-axis drive system, the automatic lifting raw material platform, the automatic finished product discharge platform, and the PLC control system. After the system is connected with the laser cutting machine, it realizes a fully automated closed-loop operation from loading raw material sheets to cutting finished products.

Factory Process

During the loading stage, the mechanical hand uses vacuum suction cups to pick up the entire sheet of material from the raw material platform and precisely place it on the worktable of the laser cutting machine. After the cutting is completed, in the disassembly stage, the mechanical hand switches to a gripper structure with a clamping function and takes out the finished product from the worktable, sorting and stacking them onto the finished product discharge platform. Throughout this process, the operator only needs to set parameters on the touch screen, and the system can automatically run in a loop, achieving truly unmanned operation.

Design Innovation

The key innovation of the system lies in the "loading suction cup + unloading clamping" combined design. The loading process uses a vacuum suction cup, which is suitable for quickly adsorbing and transporting flat plates; the unloading process uses a clamping structure with an embrace and insertion feature, specifically designed for finished workpieces with various shapes after laser cutting. The embrace-type fixture is inserted from the edge of the workpiece or a reserved process hole and clamps it, avoiding direct contact with the cutting surface to prevent damage to the finished surface. For special occasions where there are requirements for scratches on the surface, the system can also be equipped with a scratch prevention mechanism, effectively reducing damage to the plate during unloading.

Safety Operating Procedures

The fully automatic laser loading and unloading system is a large-scale automated equipment, involving multiple risk factors such as mechanical movement, vacuum system, and laser cutting. All operators, maintenance personnel, and management staff must strictly follow the following safety regulations:

1. Qualifications and training of operators

2. Daily startup inspection

3. Safety prohibitions during operation

4. Emergency situation handling

5. Safety during maintenance and servicing

Common Mistake Usage Reminder

The following are the most common mistakes that customers are likely to make when using the 1530 type clamp-type fully automatic laser loading and unloading system. Please be sure to avoid them:

1. The loading suction cup does not match the size of the sheet material.

Error: For smaller-sized sheet materials, the sheet parameters were not correctly set in the system, resulting in some suction cups being suspended and leaking air, with insufficient vacuum pressure, and the sheet materials falling off during transportation.

Correct approach: Enter the actual size of the sheet material on the touch screen. The system will automatically deactivate the suction cups that are out of the sheet material range. Make sure that only the suction cups that are pressing on the sheet material are involved in the adsorption process.

2. Ignoring the wear of suction cups and clamping fixtures

Error: After several months of use, the suction cups develop cracks or the rubber hardens, and the clamping claws become worn and deformed. They are still used, eventually causing the sheet to fall or damaging the workpiece.

Correct approach: Check the condition of the suction cups and clamping fixtures every two weeks. If cracks or permanent deformation are found, replace them immediately. It is recommended to have 1-2 sets of the same type of wear-resistant parts in stock.

3. Incorrect insertion position of the cutting insert

Error: The insert-type gripper was not aligned with the edge or the process hole of the workpiece, and was directly inserted into the cutting surface, resulting in scratches or deformation of the finished product.

Correct approach: During system programming, accurately define the insertion point and depth of the insert. For irregular workpieces, reserve the insert process hole or edge allowance during the design stage.

4. Poor air quality or insufficient pressure

Error: The workshop air source did not have a dryer and filter installed, and water- and oil-contaminated gas entered the vacuum system, causing the vacuum generator to get clogged or the suction cups to slip.

Correct approach: Install a three-piece assembly (pressure regulating filter + oil mist separator) before the equipment's air intake, and drain regularly. Ensure that the air source pressure is always ≥ 0.6 MPa.

5. Accumulation of on the gantry tracks

Error: Workers temporarily placed tools and parts on the crossbeam or guide rails of the gantry, causing collisions or jams during the operation of the mechanical hand.

Correct approach: It is strictly prohibited to place any items on any part of the gantry frame. The guide rails and surrounding areas should be cleaned before the end of each workday.

6. The cutting process and the loading/unloading cycle do not match.

Error: The signal interaction logic between the laser cutting machine and the loading/unloading system was not correctly set, resulting in the cutting machine not completing the processing before loading, or the cutting not being completed before unloading.

Correct approach: During the debugging stage, thoroughly test the signal interlock logic to ensure that the sequence "cutting completed → request for unloading → unloading completed → request for loading → loading completed → start cutting" is accurate.

7. Ignoring regular lubrication and maintenance

Error: The guide rails and gears were not lubricated for a long time, resulting in increased walking noise, accelerated wear of the gears, and decreased positioning accuracy.

Correct approach: Apply lithium-based lubricant to the guide rails and gears once every two weeks. Conduct a comprehensive inspection of the mechanical structure every six months.

Certification and Quality Assurance

Wanka Technology implements strict full-process quality control for the 1530 model of the integrated automatic laser loading and unloading system, ensuring that each piece of equipment complies with international safety standards.

System and Product Certification

Quality Management System: The company has obtained ISO9001:2015 certification, covering the entire process from design, procurement, manufacturing, assembly to testing.

Product safety standards: The design and testing of the equipment are in accordance with GB/T 38870-2020 "General Technical Conditions for Cutting Robot Systems", which clearly stipulates the basic performance, functions, safety requirements, reliability, and accuracy of the cutting robot system. At the same time, it also complies with the requirements of T/CIET 122-2023 "Intelligent Manipulator" standard.

CE Certification: We can provide CE certification to meet the market access requirements of the European Union. The system is equipped with safety gratings and safety interlocks, and is certified by CE safety standards.

Other certifications: Optional configurations that meet international standards such as UL and FDA certifications can be provided.

Selection and Traceability of Key Components

Vacuum suction cup system: We use special suction cups from a well-known Chinese brand. They are controlled by a vacuum valve, ensuring that the cups will not fall off even in the event of unexpected power failure or air cut-off.

Servo drive system: All three axes (X/Y/Z) are driven by servo motors and operate through gear rack transmission, ensuring precise positioning and smooth operation.

Attachment-type fixture: Made of high-strength alloy steel, it features a locking mechanism to prevent scratches on the sheet material during cutting.

Pineau Truss: It adopts a segmented pineau structure, which has strong scalability. Both the crossbeams and the columns can be independently adjusted in level and locked.

Control system: PLC intelligent control system, equipped with a touch screen human-machine interface, supporting the storage of multiple sets of process parameters and one-click invocation.

Factory inspection items

Each set of the 1530 model push-in push-out fully automatic laser loading and unloading system must complete the following tests before leaving the factory:

No-load running-in test: Perform 8-hour full travel reciprocating operation, and check the smoothness of each shaft movement, abnormal noises and temperature rise.

Load picking test: Conduct 100 consecutive adsorption and transportation cycles with the rated load, and 100 consecutive clamping and insertion transportation cycles with the rated load, to verify the suction force of the suction cup, the clamping force of the clamping device, and the stability of each axis positioning.

Online simulation test: Simulate the signal interaction with the laser cutting machine to verify the complete cycle logic of "cutting completed → request for material removal → material removal completed → request for material loading → material loading completed → start cutting".

Precision test: Use a laser interferometer to measure the repeatability positioning accuracy, ensuring it is ≤ ±0.1mm.

Safety function test: The emergency stop button, limit switch, photoelectric protection, and vacuum pressure retention are all verified one by one.

Available certificates and graphic materials

Provided with the goods: Factory Quality Certificate (in both Chinese and English), Load Test Report, Precision Inspection Record, CE Conformity Declaration (if required), Operation and Maintenance Manual (in English or the language specified by the customer), PLC Program Backup.

We can provide as requested: actual photos of the factory production line (mechanical gantry welding workshop, suction cup assembly line, complete machine debugging area), quality control inspection pictures, and third-party inspection reports (such as SGS inspection reports).