The EasyPLC machining center loading robots will demonstrate sequencing and robot control using a PLC. Two input lines feed blanks to the robot. The robot will alternate taking the blanks and putting them into the CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine. The robot moves the piece to the finished conveyor when the part has been machined. A three-axis robot loader will pick up the part and place this in a storage box on the roller conveyor.
Using the five steps for PLC program development, we will discuss and show you how to program this EasyPLC machining center. This will involve all the ladder logic to load and unload using the robot simulator. This PLC simulator will show sequencing and drum instruction programming using timers and events. An Automation Direct BRX Do-More PLC is used for this application, but the general methods can be used for just about any PLC on the market. Let's get started.
More information can be obtained on our website. This includes all of the links mentioned in this video.
https://accautomation.ca/easyplc-machining-center-loading-robots/
00:00 EasyPLC Machining Center Loading Robots
01:30 Define the task: (Step 1 – EasyPLC Machining Center Robot)
05:05 Define the Inputs and Outputs: (Step 2 – EasyPLC Machining Center Robot)
08:22 Develop a logical sequence of operation: (Step 3 – EasyPLC Machining Center Robot)
10:53 Develop the BRX Do-More PLC program: (Step 4 – EasyPLC Machining Center Robot)
16:23 Test the program: (Step 5 – EasyPLC Machining Center Robot)
Previous posts include the following:
EasyPLC Installing the Software
https://accautomation.ca/easyplc-installing-the-software/
https://youtu.be/EbWS_elbI2w
EasyPLC Quick Start Software Suite
https://accautomation.ca/easyplc-software-suite-quick-start/
https://youtu.be/dK9IS1Ir7c0
