Grinding units for automated robot grinding
Automate grinding, deburring, and polishing with industrial robots. DEPRAG supplies you with the complete system, from its own grinding spindle and adaptive components to a complete grinding cell.
Our goal: Consistent surfaces with reduced physical strain.
Robotic grinding solves multiple problems
Many companies struggle with the same challenges in grinding: high manual effort, fluctuating quality, physically demanding tasks, and increasing pressure to automate processes. Automation with robot-assisted grinding systems provides a solution, provided that the tool, force guidance, and integration are properly coordinated
This is precisely where DEPRAG's strength lies: As a manufacturer of our own grinding spindles, we know the tool 100% and can optimally design it for your process in conjunction with automation, sensors and control.
In addition, our robot grinding systems are compatible with all common manufacturers of industrial robots, including KUKA, Fanuc, ABB, and Yaskawa.
Advantages of robot grinding with DEPRAG
- Reproducible surfaces:
Uniform results through defined process parameters and stable force guidance.
- Less rework and scrap:
Tolerances, component deviations and wear are reliably compensated for.
- High efficiency in series production:
Shorter processing times and safe processes in 24/7 operation.
- Everything from a single source:
One contact person for grinding spindles, system technology, integration and complete grinding cells.
Technical Highlights at a Glance
- DEPRAG's own grinding spindles and system components
- Suitable for grinding, deburring and polishing
- Controlled contact force / force control for stable grinding results
- Tolerance and contour compensation possible via adaptive systems
- Industrial integration into robot control or PLC
- Communication via common bus systems (e.g. PROFINET, EtherCAT-P)
- Can be combined with adaptive systems for tolerance compensation
- Implementation of complete grinding cells including commissioning possible
Robotic grinding with a one-stop-shop principle
Grinding systems for robots are a key technology for automating manual grinding processes. In foundries, welding shops, or press shops, grinding and deburring processes are often time-consuming, difficult to reproduce, and ergonomically demanding. Automation reduces these disadvantages when the overall system operates reliably.
DEPRAG therefore pursues a holistic approach: We develop and manufacture our own grinding spindles, know the technology down to the last detail, and combine it with system components such as adaptive flanges, controls, and peripherals. This results in a coordinated solution that delivers consistent quality, regardless of component tolerances, robot position, or tool wear.
Depending on the requirements, we supply individual components, complete robotic grinding systems, or complete grinding cells including robotics, safety concept, and commissioning. All from a single source.
DEPRAG Grinding System (DGS)
robot grinding system with its own grinding spindle and controlled contact force.
DEPRAG Adaptive System (DAS)
Adaptive flange system for tolerance and contour compensation as well as force-controlled grinding.
Complete grinding cells:
Holistic automation solution – from design to commissioning.
Service & Integration
How your project with DEPRAG will proceed.
Process Check & Goal Definition
We clarify the component, material, surface finish, cycle time and quality requirements.
System Selection & Design
Design of grinding spindle, power guidance, DAS (if applicable) and peripherals.
Integration into robot cell
Connection to robot/PLC, interfaces, safety and operating concept.
Commissioning & Optimization
Process parameterization, test runs, fine-tuning and acceptance.
Training & Service
Instruction, maintenance concept and long-term process reliability.
Automate grinding processes now
We advise you on everything from grinding spindles to complete grinding cells, tailored to the component, material, and quality requirements. Let's evaluate your process together.
