Belotti’s (Suiso, Italy and Irving, Texas, U.S.) Automatic Riveting Cell (ARC) is the company’s novel robotic cell featuring an under-patent riveting head for the rapid, automated application of the entire range of Time-Sert inserts and rivets of different diameters on composite frames and components across multiple industries — like automotive and aerospace — a task traditionally performed manually by the operators.

Many parts made of composite materials — including frames, monocoques, doors, roofs and structural elements for the automotive sector — and wings and various aircraft components, are characterized by thin thicknesses that do not allow for sufficiently strong surfaces to insert fasteners necessary to ensure the assembly of various elements together.

Belotti ARC is the result of a strategic partnership with Cosberg Co. (Terno D’isola, Italy), stemming from a shared commitment to address the growing complexities of industrial production. ARC enables a precise application of key elements, ensuring rapid, flexible and under-controlled execution without requiring a head change, ensuring maximum efficiency and adaptability.

Belotti ARC includes a Comau six-axis anthropomorphic robot; a compact, floating head; four-position rotary tables — one or two tables for a modular configuration; Siemens Sinumerik One CNC with Run MyRobot; and an automatic feeding system.

The robotic cell is capable of managing rivets and Time-Sert inserts of different diameters automatically. Anthropomorphic, it emulates the flexibility of the human wrist, enabling access to even the most challenging areas. The Belotti ARC also features ISO programming language for seamless operation, and enables precise control of all parameters. The Belotti ARC provides real-time process tracking and feedback for optimal accuracy.