Technology

Manufacturing made smarter.

Leveraging the latest technology enables your employees to work smarter. With ALM Positioner’s innovative technology options, our game-changing operating systems eliminate unnecessary steps, allowing operators to stay focused and work smarter, faster and safer.

With options ranging from non-programmable to programmable controls with robotics and AI, you gain a revolutionized manufacturing process that delivers precision down to every penny.

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positioner with COBOT in action

Positioner + COBOT

The duo made to dominate.

When you combine a collaborative robot (or COBOT) with an ALM positioner, you can more than double your product throughput while making your skilled labor even more productive and efficient. This powerful combination delivers all of the benefits of an intelligent positioner, plus the advanced intelligence of a COBOT for even more productivity.

Why utilize a positioner with a COBOT?

  • Simultaneous or independent welds
    The COBOT’s torch can be easily manipulated and guided down a set path to enable the COBOT to be welding alongside a welder or independently, with safety and quality at the forefront
  • COBOT and positioner communication
    Through an intuitive interface, your COBOT and positioner work together seamlessly for improved workflow
  • Extended reach
    Gain flexibility and speed with increased reach for your welding and assembly applications

And plus! Receive collaboration with ALM Positioners’ team to develop a COBOT positioning solution for your specific application needs.

VIKI OS helmet

Gain streamlined, hands-free operation.

Our Voice-Initiated Kinetic Intelligence Operating System, or VIKI OS, is a powerful voice-activated control system designed to revolutionize workflows and enhance safety.

This system seamlessly integrates into an operator’s helmet, allowing them to control the positioner with simple voice commands.

The system streamlines workflow management by eliminating manual interactions with control pendants while maintaining rigorous safety protocols. Before executing any command, VIKI OS implements a precision pause, ensuring each operation is deliberately confirmed and safely executed.

VIKI OS at a glance

  • Maximized safety and productivity
  • Revolutionary hands-free operation
  • Scalable AI technology to continuously work smarter
L24 control platform

Determining the right control platform depends on several factors, including operator skill, training and programming time and overall connectivity needs.

Here are several options to consider:

Siemens

  • This non-programmable standard platform is user-friendly and provides efficiency through simplicity. Manual push-button hydraulic positioning offers the ability to elevate and tilt the part. The screen features simple lights to show errors but doesn’t display detailed troubleshooting information.
  • Ideally suited for the operation just getting introduced to positioning with less complex assembly maneuvers.

M850

  • This flexible control panel allows the operator to have more freedom. The quick-move function allows the operator to enter the information, like degrees of rotation and hit enter, automatically controlling the positioner without having to hold down the button through the entire move.
  • This mid-level controls platform can be programmed with set positions and provides additional features. The 7-inch, easy-to-use touch screen features a simple and intuitive interface that includes error messaging, warning indicators and a diagnostic display.
  • Ideally suited for the operation that wants more flexibility in programming who may be using the positioner for different parts or dimensions.

L24

  • This programmable controls package has the most advanced interface and automation options. It can be pre-programmed to handle multiple operational processes, parts and steps, allowing the operator to simply step it forward with the push of a button. It can also be customized to different operators’ needs and heights.
  • Ideally suited for more complex assembly, allowing for connectivity to other machines, robotics and factory networks.