KMT Robotic Solutions Inc. has introduced the RoboTrim RT-1002 – the latest in KMT’s line of cost-effective, turnkey robotic router trimming systems that help thermoformers, plastics molders and composite manufacturers increase throughput, uptime and employee safety.

“The RoboTrim RT-1002 system not only trims parts more than 50 percent faster than traditional five axis CNC’s, but also offers substantial trimming flexibility, saving manufacturers valuable time and money,” said Routing Systems Sales Manager Paul Schuch. “The ergonomic design improves employee safety by distancing operators from the potentially harmful trimming environment.”

The RT-1002 standard model features a KMT AccuTrim R-44 robot mounted inside a steel enclosure. The system’s two-sided rotating table has a 1000 pound part and fixture capacity and can rotate a 3 foot by 5 foot (and sometimes longer and narrower) part into and out of the cell in less than three seconds. This allows finished parts to be safely unloaded by the operator while unfinished parts are being trimmed inside the cell. KMT’s application-specific software tools and FANUC Robotics’ iPendant teach pendant simplify the part programming process.

The RoboTrim RT-1002 can be customized to meet manufacturers’ specific trimming needs. Adding a second robot or the automatic tool change option will reduce cycle time and add even greater part size and trimming flexibility. KMT’s patented compliant knife can be incorporated into the tool change to turn the system from a router trimming solution into a deflashing cell. KMT’s RouterVac™ high-volume vacuum system improves part quality by holding the part securely to the fixture and removing chips from the trimming area.

With KMT’s TrimPro software, users can create programs offline, build virtual work cells, and simulate and optimize the cycle times of existing cells without building a prototype or bringing the system down from production.

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