Project Description
The J74 VW Transporter Underbody 8Y Line was delivered as a turnkey project for Ford Otosan Yeniköy Plant for the completion welding operations of the vehicle underbody assembly.
The line is based on Siemens S7-1500 PLC architecture and integrates 32 KUKA and ABB industrial robots dedicated to resistance spot welding processes. Operating at a 115-second cycle time, the system completes the missing weld points from the 8X line to ensure full structural integrity of the body assembly.
The project was completed within 1.5 years in compliance with PL-d safety standards, including 24/7 production support during stabilization.
- Client
- Ford Otosan
- Project Type
- Turnkey Underbody Respot Line
- Application
- Underbody Completion Welding Line
- Location
- Turkey
- Project Duration
- 1.5 Years
- Safety Level
- PL-d
Important Facts
- Underbody completion welding line following 8X assembly
- 32 mixed-brand industrial robots (KUKA & ABB)
- Resistance spot welding process
- 115-second high-volume production cycle
- PL-d compliant safety architecture
- Siemens Process Simulate digital validation prior to commissioning
- EPLAN-based electrical design
- FESTO FluidDraw365 pneumatic design
- Full mechanical manufacturing and installation scope
- 24/7 technical support during ramp-up phase