Ash_Bailey · 2 Jul 2025, 11:30 UTC
Is there a quoted tool assembly drawing yet? I would want the adapter, fingers and held blank in the same model before judging the route through the opening.
13 pointsToolmaker has an assembly drawing, but supplier used only its pickup point in the robot layout. I've asked for that assembly and the machine's open-door details to be combined.
3 pointsA full-size envelope can reject a bad candidate cheaply while the model is updated. It won't establish the arm's whole motion or safe application, but it can expose obvious doorway conflicts.
17 pointsThe combined model catches the adapter at the inner door fitting. Designer is comparing another approach orientation. No base chosen yet.
13 pointsCheck which adapter revision is in that comparison. A collision result only helps if the model actually matches the proposed assembly, rather than an earlier tool option
9 pointsIf moving the base is an option, give the setter that location before everyone falls in love with it; one of ours cleared the robot beautifully by occupying the fixture trolley's parking space
0 pointsAnd draw where the setter stands. A trolley outline isn't the whole changeover.
14 pointsWe got a toolmaker involved when a changed approach affected finger entry. I'd explore that before spending all the free floor space moving the base. Though it may create another awkward tool.
3 pointsI'd compare the costs of both options, with the final tool still subject to review; a pricier adapter could be worthwhile if it avoids an expensive layout change, but don't price only the adapter.
1 pointsMoving the base has costs too. Cable routes and service access won't move themselves.
19 pointsElliot, did the changed approach work on your earlier layout, or is that still a proposal?
13 pointsStill a proposal in the review I mentioned. We held the base decision. I was suggesting something to compare, not offering a finished arrangement you can borrow.
15 pointsInclude the return route to the incoming tray in either comparison, because moving the base can improve machine entry and make the rest of the transfer awkward for the operator.
18 pointsAdapter revision C confirmed against the quote. Two arrangements remain under review, including tool orientation, service routes and setter access. Thanks, Callum, for asking the revision instead of assuming the model was current.
11 pointsHas the setter seen both now?
10 pointsAnd did either one get through the complete entry, placement and empty-tool withdrawal check? I'm interested whether the door fitting still controls the decision after those other constraints are included.
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