Automotive Connecting Rod: Milling Machine (656s Cycle)

Summary

This page is an industry-reference summary. Customer names are anonymized and integrator names are removed; machine brands and models are used only to explain the process. It is not a New Partner delivered case.

Configuration

• Machine: milling machine (3 units).
• Loading: 6-axis robot with linear track and storage loader.
• Workpiece: automotive connecting rod, metal, 0.69 kg.
• Cycle: loading 25s, machining 656s.

A typical sequence is: blanks enter a tray, pallet or conveyor; the 6-axis robot with linear track and storage loader picks a part; the machine clamps and machines it; the finished part is unloaded or inspected. The exact fixture, buffer and flow follow the public source.

Reported results

The source reports labour savings, without an acceptance report. No sample size, measurement period or acceptance protocol is provided, so it is not a New Partner commitment.

Applicability

For automotive parts parts such as automotive connecting rod. Best suited to mixed-part, flexible picking with trays or storage. Part weight, gripper type, machine layout and safety fencing determine the robot size and count.

FAQ

Is this a New Partner delivered case? No. It is a public industry reference with the customer and integrator anonymized.

Which loading method fits automotive connecting rod? The source uses 6-axis robot with linear track and storage loader. Selection also depends on blank form, cycle time, machine layout and changeover frequency.

Can the cycle time be used as an acceptance target? Not directly. The source gives no timing method, sample size or acceptance report; re-measure with your own part, fixture and machine.

Source note

Source: public industry material. Customer and integrator anonymized. Equipment brands/models are for process illustration only. Missing: customer authorization, acceptance report and site photos.