One of the first preparations in the production process of ship sections is cutting of profiles. Profiles are produced in different lengths and with a variety of end cuts, waterholes and markings. KRANENDONK offers completely automated systems for the processing of profiles. A fully equipped plant features a range of components: cutting cells, logistical equipment and dedicated production software.
CCS600 robot cutting system
The CCS600 is a robot cutting system for high-speed cutting of shipbuilding profiles up to a width of 600 mm. It is based on KRANENDONK’s standardized CCS concept. All electric and measuring components are integrated into the rigid base frame, resulting in a durable system even in harsh conditions. The ARAC production software takes care of a continuous production flow, by controlling the logistics as well as additional machines. The DFP module in the ARAC software adapts the cutting path to the actual dimension of each profile, so the highest accuracy is achieved. Water hole grinding, marking of text and inversed bending lines can be performed by the CCS 600 as well.
Integrated logistics for handling profiles
Productivity increases when the logistics around profile processing are integrated. Most profile cutting lines are equipped with roller conveyors and in- and out feed buffers for temporarily profile storage. In all these cases, the control of the logistics is handled by the ARAC software. Additionally, KRANENDONK offers high-rise storage systems that can be placed before and after the system. This results in an optimal production flow and maximized utilization of the equipment. KRANENDONK has delivered systems that can cut 3200 meters of profiles per day.
Additional processes such as toe-cleaning and profile marking
A cutting cell is often complemented with other machines, such as toe cleaning stations (brushing, grinding, milling and shot blasting) resulting in increased welding speeds. KRANENDONK integrates these machines in the total production flow and controls them, even with multiple robot systems, supervised by advanced SPL shop floor logistics production software for profile tracking and intelligent production planning.
