Robotic Pipe Cap Removal (“The Predator”)

Robotic Pipe Cap Removal (“The Predator”)

This solution was developed in close cooperation with a customer. They process countless individual pipes off-shore into one long pipeline that is then sunk onto the seabed. Before the pipes can be welded together in the so-called prep area on a ship, the end caps must be removed. At an earlier stage, after applying the coating in a factory, these caps are attached to protect the coating against moisture and dust.

Advantages:

Quick removal

Safe removal

Autonomous system, no need for settings or adjustments by personnel

Simple to operate, no robotics expertise required!

 

How it Works

Together we quickly came up with a concept of a robotic arm with a sort of claw attached to it to grip the caps and remove them. According to good custom in our industry, this earned the robot a fitting nickname, the Predator. Using multiple sensors, the Predator searches for the pipe and detects whether or not there is a cap on it, after which the cap is removed and set aside.

 

The Full Scope:

Industrial robotic system

Secured work environment

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