Advanced automation to optimize loading/unloading, reduce cycle times, and improve quality
Zanardi Fonderie has recently invested in a new WAER automated deburring cell, aiming to enhance production flexibility and operational autonomy in machining processes. This strategic move marks a shift towards increasingly efficient, safe, and quality-driven operations.
The new cell introduces a higher level of autonomy in loading and unloading parts, minimizing the need for manual intervention and streamlining activities at the machine interface. The system is designed to ensure quick setups, a significant reduction in cycle times, and the ability to handle various product codes with ease, boosting both continuity and production responsiveness.
Key expected benefits include:
- Elimination of manual in-cab operations for many codes currently managed with hybrid processes, saving an estimated 740 hours per year;
- Average cycle time reduction of 50%, with a direct impact on productivity and efficiency;
- Superior deburring quality compared to previous technologies;
- Flexible backup cycles, thanks to gripping systems similar to those used on lathes, without the need for re-centering or support stations;
- Smart workload redistribution across EV90 and TO based on performance measured by product family;
- Lower risk of downtime, supported by user feedback reporting zero extraordinary maintenance on comparable systems.
This investment is the result of an in-depth analysis of technical and management challenges in previous processes, providing a concrete solution to make deburring more robust, automated, and scalable. With the new WAER cell, Zanardi Fonderie reinforces its commitment to innovation and operational excellence.
