In high-temperature steel rolling production, cooling bed sampling has long been a high-risk, labor-intensive, and unstable process. Manual sampling in ~800℃ high-temperature environments brings safety risks, low efficiency, inconsistent quality, and high labor costs.
To solve these pain points, we have launched a fully automatic cooling bed sampling robot system for round steel & rebar production lines. It replaces manual work with industrial robots, realizing unmanned, high-efficiency, high-stability sampling throughout the process.
Core Value This System Brings
✅ Replace manual sampling in high-temperature & dusty environments
✅ 24/7 uninterrupted operation, greatly improving production efficiency
✅ Single sampling cycle ≤ 30 minutes, stable & repeatable
✅ System stability ≥ 98.5% after long-term running
✅ Eliminate safety hazards & reduce labor costs significantly
✅ Investment payback period: about 1–2 years
✅ Improve product quality stability & enterprise intelligent image
System Overview
This integrated solution consists of:
- Sampling robot system
- Sample preparation robot (optional)
- Plasma cutting equipment
- Vision positioning & guidance system
- Cooling system
- Fixed-length double-head sawing machine (optional)
- Negative tolerance & dimension detection (optional)
- Safety protection & electrical control system
It supports seamless communication with rolling mill PLC and factory MES systems, realizing full-process data interconnection.
Key Technical Features
- Automatic bar end identification & precise sampling positioning
- Plasma cutting for max Φ40mm round steel
- Robot repeat positioning accuracy ≤ 0.1 mm
- IP67 protected robot arm for harsh environment
- Interlocked with cooling bed, synchronized movement without shutdown
- Dual operation modes: automatic / manual
- Complete safety interlock & fault alarm mechanism
Typical Process Flow
- Receive sampling signal from rolling mill
- Vision system identifies bar position & information
- Robot moves → grips → cuts sample automatically
- Automatic cooling & fixed-length cutting
- Performance sample / negative tolerance sample preparation
- Robot resets & waits for next cycle
Standard Technical Parameters
- Sampling method: plasma cutting
- Sampling operation time: ≤ 30 min per batch
- Sampling length: 1000–1200 mm (customizable)
- Robot repeatability: ≤ 0.1 mm
- Protection grade: robot IP67, outdoor cabinet ≥ IP55
- Power supply: 380V three-phase + N, 50 Hz, 25 KVA
- Air pressure: 0.4–0.7 MPa (oil-free)
Optional Extended Functions
- High-speed automatic fixed-length double-head sawing
- 3D vision negative tolerance & surface dimension detection
- Real-time LCD data display & alarm
- Automatic sample bar packaging & bundling
- Label printing & automatic labeling
Scope of Supply
We provide turnkey solutions including:
- Overall process design & engineering
- Complete equipment manufacturing & supply
- On-site installation guidance & commissioning
- Technical training & after-sales support
- Complete set of drawings, documents & programs
Quality Commitment
- Equipment warranty: 12 months
- Free remote troubleshooting support
- 24-hour rapid response to service requests
- All equipment complies with industrial standards
This cooling bed sampling robot system is the ideal choice for steel rolling mills to reduce risk, cut cost, improve efficiency, and upgrade intelligence.
If you are planning automation renovation or new line construction, welcome to contact us for customized solutions.
