Automated robot paint programming in a compact setup
Inropa™ Scan-on-Track combines advanced 3D scanning and automatic robot program generation in a compact track-based setup designed for paint lines where space is limited. By moving the scanning towers instead of the parts, the system enables automated paint programming in existing production environments without the need for a large-scale scanning setup.
In many production environments, the challenge is not the value of automated paint programming, but how to integrate the scanning solution efficiently into the available line layout. Conventional setups often require additional free space before and after the scanning area, which can limit retrofit options.
Scan-on-Track addresses this with a different scanning principle. The parts remain in place while the scanning towers move along the track, enabling 3D capture and automatic robot program generation in a compact setup.
This creates a practical solution for manufacturers who want to automate robotic painting within existing production environments.
As part of an automated paint line, Scan-on-Track captures each part in 3D and works seamlessly with Inropa™ Automatic Programmer to generate the robot program automatically before the part moves on to painting.
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The part enters the system
The part is transported on the conveyor into the Scan-on-Track system and stops for scanning.
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The part is scanned in 3D
The scanning towers move along the track while the part remains in place, capturing its geometry and position.
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The part is scanned in 3D
Based on this data, Inropa™ Automatic Programmer creates an optimized paint robot program for each part.
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The part moves to painting
The part continues through the line to the painting robots.
IDEAL FOR RETROFIT
Automation that fits your footprint
Inropa™ Scan-on-Track gives manufacturers a practical way to add automated scanning and robot program generation to existing paint lines. It helps turn automation from a major reconstruction project into a more achievable production upgrade.
For manufacturers looking to modernize, this creates a smarter path forward. Rather than replacing what already works, Scan-on-Track makes it possible to build on the existing line and move toward robotic painting in a way that is both more realistic and more manageable.
It is in particular the reduced production downtime and saved time in programming which has paid back the investment in less than one year.
Thomas Nielsen,
Sauer-Danfoss
The support is very good; It’s easy to handle and you can get help within just a few seconds. I would definitely recommend anyone to use the Inropa software.