Mobile on-site operation: Refurbishment of a guide rail in a press shop
In a large press line for car body components, a guide rail cast into the floor was heavily worn by heavy supply carts. Removing the nearly 10-meter-long rail was out of the question for our customer due to time and cost constraints.
Our technical solution: Mobile laser cladding directly at the facility, between running shifts. Using our mobile robot-based system, we targeted the damaged area on the guideway (6000 mm length, 10 mm height). Multi-layer cladding restored the original geometry and simultaneously built up a new wear-resistant surface.
The technical facts at a glance:
- Cladding time: 6 hours
- Wear protection: 55-58 HRC for maximum durability
- Finishing: Precise milling of the final contour (accuracy approx. 3 µm) by our partner METROM Mechatronische Maschinen GmbH
After just four days on site, the system was fully operational again. Eliminating the need for dismantling, purchasing new parts, and reinstallation conserves resources and massively minimizes production downtime for the customer.
Do you have worn-out components and are looking for a cost-effective solution? Contact us for an objective assessment of the repair options.