Press Release

Latest RAPIDO Evoluzione 3D Laser Cutting System Achieves up to 30% Increase in Automotive Part Production

Chicopee, MA:  Automotive part manufacturers striving for the shortest cycle times and highest quality cutting and trimming of hot-formed steel parts now have the solution with PRIMA North America's latest RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 five-axis laser system.  (Photos 1, 2 and 3)






With 175 m/min linear speed and 1.4 g acceleration, the RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 five-axis laser system produces high quality cut edges, free from oxide that are weld and paint ready.  Using this system, a typical automotive part made of hot-formed steel such as a B-pillar has a cycle time of less than 50 seconds.

"These systems are designed to operate non-stop in a 24/7 manufacturing environment to handle very large quantities of parts," reports Terry L. VanderWert, president of PRIMA North America.  "With the RAPIDO, PRIMA provides a complete turnkey package, including load/unload stations integrated with the CNC control to enable continuous part laser processing.  Our automotive customers report achieving up to 30% productivity increases using these new RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 systems compared to the previous model RAPIDO."

The RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 has a 160 x 60 x 30 inch (4080 x 1530 x 765 mm) work volume with sleek, compact and  ergonomically designed machine architecture.  The innovative cabin design has enhanced ergonomics and accessibility to the workpiece, including its ceiling for increased safety and optimal fume and dust evacuation.  The workpiece is fully accessible allowing the operator to move comfortably around parts during programming, loading and unloading operations.

Standard cabin designs for RAPIDO systems include integrated dual shuttle tables (Photo 4), split cabin configuration and a three meter integrated turntable configuration that meets CDRH Class I and CE requirements.  RAPIDO systems are available "turnkey" with all fixture operations controlled via the CNC.  Available laser sources include up to 5 kW CO₂ and up to 3 kW fiber laser.  (Photo 4)




- Latest generation PRIMA 30L control for high performances, advanced control algorithms, HMI with web technology and 17" touch screen and trackball.

- Heavy duty, integrated synthetic granite structure with low shop floor space requirements.

- PERFECT TOOL, an automated system for precision laser beam to cutting nozzle alignment.

- Flying optics with the workpiece remaining fixed throughout the work process.

- Safe Impact Protection System (SIPS) for full detachment of the head in the event of accidental impact, preventing damage to the machine, parts and equipment, while ensuring immediate restarting of production.

- Usable in different conditions, C-adaptive axis with capacitive sensor (±10 mm stroke; 4g acceleration).

The RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 system also has application in appliance and aerospace manufacturing and is being adopted by an increasing number of contract manufacturers serving these industries.

For more information about the RAPIDO Evoluzione 2 and all of PRIMA's products, call 413-598-5200, e-mail sales@prima-na.com or visit www.prima-na.com


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