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In custom assembly workshops, the efficiency and quality of the product are not only goals, but survival metrics. In the "Internet+AI advanced manufacturing" era, the use of intelligent equipment, such as glue dispensing equipment, is the key to whether the workshop can catch up with the current production process. This is especially critical when dealing with various, non-standard parts, such as electrical enclosures, automobile mountings, air filters and LED lighting fixtures. How to coordinate the glue dispensing processes in a workshop to ensure precise and flexible production?
The Critical Role of Cycle Time in Glue Dispensing
In all custom assembly workshops, there is a significant issue that the speed of the glue dispensing process needs to be matched with the assembly process. The failure to apply the glue at the right speed can be a production bottleneck, or it could also affect accuracy, or material quality. When making a variety of products such as waterproof cabinets, transformer covers, explosion-proof boxes, and ABS enclosure junction boxes, the production cycle should not only consider the dispensing speed of the product, but also the curing time of the material and fixture change time.
KAIWEI's solution for this is the advanced polyurethane AB two-component dispensing machine specially developed to meet the needs of custom assembly. The operators can adjust the amount of glue, the dispensing speed and mixing ratios (2:1, 3:1, 5:1, etc.) directly from the touchscreen and change between production runs in no time. This adaptability is critical for workshops that need to switch from sealing an automobile battery cover, to foaming a purification room door and not miss out on efficiency.
Integrating Glue Dispensing into Custom Production Lines
In non-standard assembly situations (e.g., dispensing of complex curved surfaces in street lighting housing, multi-station assembly of air conditioning equipment), communication between equipment and upstream feeding systems and downstream curing stations must be established.
KAIWEI's 3-axis and 6-axis robot dispensing equipment provides support for integration via real-time bus systems and open software interface. Multiple workpieces can have several different formulation profiles stored in the memory of the operator so that products can be changed quickly. Our intelligent mixing heads – for micro, constant, and high-volume polyurethane two-component applications – feature patented 6-axis manipulator technology, ensuring dispensing precision even when switching between viscosities or application pattern.
Balancing Speed, Precision, and Material Requirements
Glue dispensing equipment is directly related to both the speed and the quality of the production cycle. For workshops that produce products that need to be very safe, like CCC-certified, CE-certified, ATEX certified, IP66/67 or RoHS certified products, there is no room for compromise when it comes to precision and speed. For electrical control panels and waterproof boxes, the sealing system should generate a uniform foam gasket to provide IP67 or greater water and dust protection.
To ensure the same quality of foam product even in different climate environments, KAIWEI's equipment adopts high accuracy metering pumps to ensure the accuracy of the A:B component ratio. Because the hybrid mixing head design doesn't require continuous pressure monitoring during operation, it makes the job easier for operators. In addition, the self cleaning and air blowing functions reduce downtime between production cycles, thus resolving the cleaning time that can lengthen the production process.
How Custom Workshops Benefit from KAIWEI's Intelligent Solutions
KAIWEI's solution is not just about machines; it's about creating a complete ecosystem that caters to the entire production process. KAIWEI has been serving more than 60 countries with more than 20 years of experience, well aware of the special challenges of custom assembly workshops. In high turnover environments, the company's "Kai Yixue" mini-program provides a convenient training and technical support, enabling workshops to quickly get new operators up and running to ensure production schedules.
Moreover, KAIWEI's dedication to technological progress allows its glue dispensing equipment to adapt to the changing production demands. Workshops can continue to improve their processes as the operating system is free, and software is continually being enhanced, without incurring extra capital costs. From seal products for automotive applications to LED luminaires and plastic waterproof boxes, KAIWEI's intelligent sealing solutions offer the flexibility, speed and precision required for today's fast production cycles, yet ensure the highest quality standards.
