| Rimrock Automation | |
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| Slogan | Experts in Robotic Integration |
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| Type | [[Company_Type:=Private|Private]] |
| Founded | [[Year_Started:=1982|1982]] |
| Founder | ABB - Flexible Automation |
| Headquarters | Template:Country data US [[City:=New Berlin|New Berlin]], [[State_Name:=Wisconsin|Wisconsin]], [[Country_Name:=United States|USA]] |
| Key people | [[Key_Person1:=Dave Dulak|Dave Dulak]], Marketing Specialist |
| Industry | [[NAICS_Code1_Title:=Engineering Services|Engineering Services]] |
| Contact | 2865 S Calhoun Rd New Berlin, WI 53151 262-432-0600 [http://www.RimrockAutomation.com RimrockAutomation.com] |
| Reference | NAICS: 541330 Region: [[Region1:=Milwaukee County|Milwaukee]] |
For 25 years Rimrock Automation, formerly ABB Flexible Automation, has provided expert robotic integration solutions for material removal, machine tending, and material handling applications. Recently combined with Rimrock Corporation, they have become the largest general manufacturing integrator in North America providing expert robotic solutions. Together Rimrock's three locations have installed over 7,500 robots. Rimrock’s robot integration capabilities include the design, manufacture, & installation of ABB, KUKA, & Gudel based robotic systems.
Robot Automation Products
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RoboFinisher 200 - Standard Robotic Polishing, Finishing, and/or Buffing System
Robotic Composites & Plastics Trimming Automation
- RoboRouter-Robotic systems predesigned specifically for automation of routing, cutting, & trimming operations on composite or plastic parts.
- RoboRouter 100- Pre-Engineered robotic routing system for medium to high volume part families in sizes up to 4' X 4' X 3'. The Roborouter 100 utilizes a turntable infeed device, ABB IRB 4400, & TrimWare HMI to create a flexible & reliable high speed trimming automation solution.
- RoboRouter 200-Pre-Engineered robotic trimming & routing system for medium to high volume part families in sizes up to 8' x 5' x 45' when using the optional robot track. The standard RoboRouter 200 system includes a stationary mount robot which can process parts 8' x 5' x 8'. The RoboRouter 200 utilizes an inverted KUKA KR60 robot to minimize floor space & maximize working range.
- TrimWare HMI-Comprehensive software package for automated cutting, trimming, and routing. TrimWare™ is a color touchscreen operator interface which stores a shape library of patterns and cutouts, & provides production statistics enabling you to improve your production planning.
- ShapeWare-
Robotic Machine Tending Automation
- RMT (Robotic Machine Tending System)- Rimrock's pre-engineered robotic machine tending system is designed to automate tending of 1 to 3 machine tools & can incorporate a variety of secondary processing equipment modules such as a part washer or inspection station. The RMT system utilizes an inverted gantry mounted robot & dual cart stations. This design minimizes floorspace, eliminates cart changeover downtime, & can be easily relocated to meet changing production needs.
- CellWare HMI-Comprehensive software package for robotic machine tending applications. CellWare™ is a color touchscreen operator interface providing cell status information, production reporting, & other user interface functionality.
Robotic Metal Finishing, Buffing, & Polishing Automation
- RoboFinisher-Robotic systems predesigned specifically for automation of polishing, buffing, & finishing operations on metal parts.
- RoboFinisher 100- Complete robotic solution for buffing & polishing metal parts. It is designed to accommodate a wide variation of parts in sizes up to 12" x 18" x 30". The RoboFinisher 100 comes standard with a CFM-100 to meet your needs for a simple & reliable automated finishing system
- RoboFinisher 200- Pre-engineered robotic finishing system for parts with process intensive polishing, finishing, & buffing operations. It is designed to accommodate a wide variation of parts in sizes up to 12" x 18" x 30". The RoboFinisher 200 comes standard with a CFM-200 to meet your needs for process intensive polishing & buffing applications. Additional equipment also includes a full enclosure & dust collection system to contain metal dust for plant safety & cleanliness.
- Compliant Finishing Machines-The CFM product line is constructed to finish metal parts in sizes from a few inches up to 12" x 18" x 30", and can accommodate up to 4 operations using a single machine. Custom finishing or buffing machines are available for larger part sizes. Rimrock’s CFM product line is a standard component of the RoboFinisher™ Finishing Systems & can be configured for robotic polishing, finishing, shaping, or buffing operations.
- FinishWare HMI-Touch screen interface for robotic finishing systems with production reporting & process adjustment controls.
Robot Automation Services
Custom Robotic Automation System Design & Integration
- Robotic Material Removal Automation-Rimrock's Material Removal experience includes metals, plastics, and composite part compositions.
- Sanding - Robotic Automation
- Sawing - Robotic Automation
- Grinding - Robotic Automation
- Deburring - Robotic Automation
- Deflashing - Robotic Automation
- Finishing - Robotic Automation
- Polishing - Robotic Automation
- Buffing - Robotic Automation
- Mechanical Cutting - Robotic Automation
- Routing - Robotic Automation
- Trimming - Robotic Automation
- Degating - Robotic Automation
- Robotic Material Handling Automation-Rimrock's material handling automation improves the efficiency of manufacturing processes. Rimrock's automation exceeds human limitations of speed, reliability, and strength. The return on investment of Rimrock's solutions is outstanding when handling medium to high volume part families. Rimrock's solutions can use multiple part grippers or vision systems, and are ideal for handling large or unusual part shapes.
- Loading monorail conveyor
- Part assembly
- Part transfer
- Part inspection
- Dual or multiple part grippers
- Dunnage handling
- Handling large, bulky products or parts
- Handling/palletizing of unusual shapes or difficult to handle loads
- Machine tending
- Robotic Machine Tending Automation-Automated machine tending has improved the profitability and competitive advantage of thousands of manufacturers. For over 30 years, Rimrock's machine tending solutions have increased throughput, lowered inventories, and reduced rework - fostering lean manufacturing. Rimrock uses proprietary products, vision systems, gantries, and robotics to provide machine tending solutions.
- Machine tools and special machines
- Vertical and horizontal lathes
- Vertical and horizontal machining centers
- Gear grinders
- Gear hobbing machines
- Gauges
- ID & OD grinders
- Honing machines
- Trim die machines
- Presses
- Press brakes
- Forging presses
- Die cast machines
- Robotic Machine Vision Systems-Rimrock, an integrator of machine vision systems since 1986, is a forerunner in the application of vision for manufacturing. Rimrock designs for the harshest environments, and has successfully dealt with vision difficulties such as vibration, low lighting, small part variations, & high speed manufacturing.
- One-dimensional measurement in a fixed location
- Imaging mass conveyed parts
- Presence sensing & part verification
- Gauging & measuring
- Part orientation & sorting
- Pick & place systems
- Layered dunnage or part picking
- Machine tending
- Assembly
- Part inspection & flaw detection
- 3D welding
- Dispensing
- Material removal
- Material handling
- Robotic Spot Welding Automation-Robotic Spot Welding systems from Rimrock provide the lowest cost per part solution. The high robot mean time between failure combined with Rimrock’s robust cabling solutions & weld gun tooling optimize your Manufacturing uptime. Rimrock’s spot welding solutions are ideal when product requirements call for precision, quality, & speed beyond human limitations.
Locations & Contact Information
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Rimrock Automation, Formerly ABB-Flexible Automation
Rimrock Automation
- 2865 S Calhoun Rd
- New Berlin, WI 53151
- Phone: 262-432-0600
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Rimrock Corporation
- 1700 Jetway Blvd
- Columbus OH 43219 US
- Phone: 614-417-5926
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Rimrock-Fort Collins, Formerly Wolf Robotics & ABB-Welding Systems
Rimrock-Wolf Robotics
- 4600 Innovation Drive
- Fort Collins, CO 80525
- Phone: 970-225-7600
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