Rotary surface grinders integrate with third-party robotic arms

DCM Tech's IG 82 rotary surface grinder

DCM Tech has redesigned its IG 82 series rotary surface grinders to include discrete digital inputs and outputs for connection to almost any third-party robotic arm for loading/unloading parts and clearing away debris.

Other automated features include a part detection system, which automates the initial contact between the abrasive wheel and the part; a continuous-grind setting that cycles the machine automatically through conventional, incremental, and grind-to-height modes; and a programmable automatic dressing capability. Combined with the robotic arm and built-in load monitoring, these features allow the operator to set up the machine and then attend to other tasks.