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Standardizing Advanced Manufacturing: How Kaizen PLM Transformed Robotic Welding & Automation for Nuclear AMRC

Kaizen PLM supported the deployment of advanced robotic platforms for welding, inspection and additive manufacturing of metal components, specifically for the nuclear sector and other quality-critical industries.

The Challenge

Nuclear AMRC needed a robust and fully integrated solution to standardize its manufacturing processes across welding, machining, additive manufacturing, and inspection. Kaizen PLM delivered a fully functional post-processor, enabling Nuclear AMRC to unify operations on the NX CAM software platform. This solution allowed for seamless execution of complex toolpaths across multiple robotic cells, ensuring precise control over intricate welding, machining, and inspection processes. By eliminating workflow fragmentation and enhancing automation, Kaizen PLM empowered Nuclear AMRC to push the boundaries of innovation in high-precision manufacturing.


Kaizen’s Approach

Kaizen PLM provided comprehensive NX solutions, utilizing NX CAM Robotics to optimize robotic operations. This included defining precise welding parameters for both Kuka and ABB robots. Kaizen also developed custom post-processors within NX CAM to seamlessly manage the entire process, ensuring efficient control over welding, inspection, and additive manufacturing tasks for both Kuka and ABB Cell.


The Solution

A key project involved upgrading the Nuclear AMRC’s bulk additive manufacturing cell, originally commissioned in 2015. The upgrade introduced two Kuka robots working in tandem, allowing for both welding of components and the inspection of joints using non-destructive techniques. Additionally, Kaizen PLM supported the development of new automated additive capabilities for the ABB robotic arc welding cell, commissioned in 2019, to enhance research in automated welding, cladding, and additive manufacturing.


Outcome

The upgraded facilities now enable precise, efficient, and automated manufacturing and inspection, critical for industries requiring the highest quality standards, including the nuclear sector.


Why Kaizen PLM?

Our partnership with Nuclear AMRC highlights Kaizen PLM’s expertise in delivering tailored Siemens PLM solutions to meet the unique needs of complex industries like nuclear manufacturing. By combining advanced software, industry knowledge, and unparalleled support, we help organisations unlock their full potential.


Ready to transform your processes?

Discover how Kaizen PLM can help you leverage Siemens software to revolutionise your operations. Contact us today!

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