The core business of a PCB manufacturing enterprise covers the R&D, design, manufacturing and sales of various types of PCBs, whose products are widely used in consumer electronics, computers,communication equipment and other fields. As a leading international enterprisein the industry, it has always been committed to building future-oriented digital and intelligent core competitiveness to continuously consolidate its position as a scale leader in global competition.
In the middle of 2024, to improve the production line's responsiveness to the needs of complex flexible production,the PCB manufacturing enterprise planned to upgrade the process of loading and unloading boards, eliminating old modules and robotic equipment. A manufacturing enterprise in Guangzhou undertook this transformation task and was responsible for selecting a suitable industrial robot supplier for the PCB manufacturing enterprise.
The manufacturing enterprise maintains rigorous technical standards for its suppliers while prioritizing their overall capability. As a pioneer in the industrial robot industry and a national high-tech enterprise under Beijing Jingcheng Machinery Electric Holding Co.,Ltd. (JCMEH), has successfully advanced to the final selection stage,distinguished by its exceptional technological foundation and strong financial strength.
During the demand research phase, the technical team of Peitian Robot learned that the client had concerns over the robot’s cycle time and operational stability. Furthermore, as this was an existing production line retrofitting project, the working space for the robots was relatively limited. Considering the on-site conditions, customer requirements and cost-effectiveness, the technical team recommended an AIR15-950/4 robot for the project. Designed specifically for the PCB board handling process, this model features a proprietary trajectory planning algorithm for cycle time optimization, with a maximum throughput of 12 pcs/min. Meanwhile, its compact structure makes it ideal for deployment in confined spaces.
Furthermore, the technical team of Peitian Robot assisted the manufacturing enterprise in making multiple innovations to the implementation plan to ensure optimal operational performance. To meet the cleanliness requirements of the production environment and prevent airborne particles generated during the operation, the technical team customized a protective suit for the robot. Extensive validation of the robot mounting position and end-effector selection was conducted to minimize thepick-and-place travel distance. Combined with 2D vision inspection technology,a board shaking process is applied to the materials, effectively preventing workpiece adhesion.
After the renovation, the workstation achieved a stable cycle time of 11–12 pcs/min. When operating in dual-robot coordination, the efficiency further increased to 14–15 pcs/min. This completely resolved the capacity shortage caused by frequent downtime of the old equipment, significantly improving both the overall production line efficiency and product quality consistency.
To date, the PCB manufacturer has deployed dozens of Peitian robots in production, with plans to further expand cooperation in the future. According to the client: "Peitian Robot fully meets our requirements in terms of cycle time and performance, and their operation is quite stable. What truly impresses us is their dedication— the technical team has patiently conducted repeated demonstrations and commissioning to achieve optimal results. Their service is truly outstanding.”
In the wave of intelligent manufacturing,the upgrading of production lines represents not merely a replacement of equipment, but also an innovation in production philosophy and efficiency models. With its profound understanding of industry pain points and solid technical expertise, Peitian Robot has provided leading PCB enterprises with solutions that deliver performance, adaptability and reliability. Going forward, Peitian Robot will continue to deepen its presence in the industrial automation sector, empowering more manufacturing enterprises to break through bottlenecks, improve quality and boost efficiency with innovative technologies and agile services, and jointly embrace a new chapter of intelligent production.