Breakthrough application of steel structure welding robots in communication tower manufacturing

In the construction of communication infrastructure, tower manufacturing is undergoing intelligent transformation. A communications equipment manufacturer took the lead in introducing steel structure welding robots into the tower production line, creating an industry precedent.

The production line is equipped with 8  welding robots, which are specially used for welding operations on the main structure of the tower. These robots are equipped with high-power welding systems. Through the laser visual positioning system, the robot can automatically identify the position of the weld and achieve precise welding. Compared with traditional manual welding, welding efficiency is increased by 60% and material loss is reduced by 15%.

For a variety of steel structures, technicians have developed a dedicated welding process database. The system automatically matches the optimal welding parameters according to different steel models and thicknesses. During the welding process, the intelligent monitoring system collects welding data in real time to ensure that the quality of the weld meets national standards. After testing, the first-time pass rate of robot-welded welds reached 99.5%, far exceeding the level of manual welding.

In terms of safety protection, the production line adopts a fully enclosed design and is equipped with multiple safety protection devices. Each workstation is equipped with an emergency stop button and a safety light curtain to ensure the safety of human-machine collaboration. At the same time, the workshop is equipped with a high-power smoke exhaust system to effectively improve the working environment. These measures have reduced the rate of work-related accidents by 90% and greatly reduced the labor intensity of workers.

By introducing welding robots, the manufacturer's annual tower production capacity has increased by 25% and reduced production costs by 20%. The significant improvement in product quality has also brought about enhanced market competitiveness. This innovative application provides strong technical support for the construction of communication infrastructure and promotes technological progress in the industry.