Polytec’s new lineup of robotic solutions for foundries includes:
- PolySAMPLE: Temperature and sampling robot
- PolyDESCALING: Automatic scale cleaning system
- PolyEBT/SPOUT: EBT lancing and cleaning robot
- PolyTAG: Marking/Tagging robotic system
- PolySKIM: Robot for Skimming and Dross Removal
The PolySAMPLE robot is designed to take precise temperature readings and samples from molten metal with minimal human intervention. Key features include:
- Adaptable measurement depth inside the steel bath
- Axis temperature monitoring and air-cooling system
- Hydrogen measurement capability
- VPN remote access for diagnostics and maintenance
- User-friendly HMI interface
- Automatic cartridge loading and unloading
- Automatic tool change for versatile operations
The PolyDESCALING system ensures continuous cleaning and maintenance of foundry work surfaces, contributing to enhanced process reliability. Key features:
- Removal of processing residues from the work surface
- Hot product dimensional check
- Integrated hot product tagging system
- Automatic tool change for versatile operations
- VPN remote access for diagnostics and maintenance
- User-friendly HMI interface
Designed for EBT (Electric Arc Furnace Bottom Taphole) and spout maintenance, the PolyEBT/SPOUT robot ensures efficient cleaning and prolonged component lifespan. Key features:
- Automatic tool change for enhanced adaptability
- Reliable EBT/spout opening and cleaning operations
- Protective hard cover for improved durability
- Axis temperature monitoring with integrated air cooling
- VPN remote access for real-time diagnostics and maintenance
- User-friendly HMI interface
- Automatic lance ignition system for efficient and consistent operations
Polytec’s robotic solutions address key industry challenges by enhancing:
- Safety: Minimizing human exposure to hazardous high-temperature zones.
- Productivity: Ensuring process repeatability and reducing manual intervention.
- Quality: Delivering precision operations that enhance product consistency.
- Downtime reduction: Automating critical operations to improve process flow.
- Predictive maintenance: Real-time monitoring to anticipate and mitigate equipment failures.
- Traceability & certifiability: Ensuring data accuracy for regulatory compliance.
Polytec NORTH AMERICA is proud to announce its participation in CastExpo 2025, organized by the American Foundry Society.
Booth 1855
April 12 – 15, 2025
Atlanta, Georgia
This is an excellent opportunity to experience firsthand how Polytec’s robotic solutions can improve safety and increase productivity.
Polytec NORTH AMERICA is also proud to have joined the American Foundry Society, further strengthening its commitment to advancing automation in the foundry industry.
