Combi Dresser-Changer Units
Combined tip dressing and cap changing in one space-saving unit. The ultimate solution for complete electrode maintenance with minimal footprint and reduced robot travel time.
Why Choose a Combi Unit?
The combi dresser-changer combines the best of both worlds in one efficient package
All-in-One Solution
Combines tip dressing and cap changing functions in a single compact unit, eliminating the need for separate equipment.
Space Efficient
Single footprint for both functions saves valuable floor space in crowded production cells and workcells.
Reduced Cycle Time
Optimized sequencing allows dressing and changing to occur in rapid succession without repositioning delays.
Robot Optimized
Single tool center point (TCP) for robot programming simplifies integration and reduces teaching time.
Complete Electrode Maintenance
Our combi dresser-changer units integrate tip dressing and cap changing functions into a single, compact system. This innovative design provides complete electrode maintenance capability while saving valuable floor space in your production cell.
The unit can perform dressing-only, changing-only, or combined dress-and-change operations based on your process requirements. Smart sequencing minimizes total cycle time and robot travel distance.
Advantages Over Separate Units
- Single footprint vs. two separate machines
- One robot tool center point for simplified programming
- Reduced robot travel time between stations
- Lower total investment cost
- Simplified maintenance with common components
- Single air and electrical connection point
- Coordinated control system
- Easier cell layout and integration
Operation Modes
Flexible operation to match your electrode maintenance strategy
Dress Only
Perform electrode tip dressing to restore cap geometry during regular production intervals.
Process Steps
- 1Robot positions electrodes
- 2Dresser mills cap faces
- 3Chips are collected
- 4Robot returns to welding
Change Only
Replace worn electrode caps when they reach end of service life after multiple dressing cycles.
Process Steps
- 1Robot positions electrodes
- 2Old caps are removed
- 3New caps are inserted
- 4Robot returns to welding
Dress + Change
Perform final dressing before cap change to maximize material recovery from worn caps.
Process Steps
- 1Robot positions for dressing
- 2Final dress cycle
- 3Reposition for cap change
- 4Complete cap replacement
Available Configurations
Choose the configuration that matches your production volume and requirements
Combi Standard
Entry-level combined unit for standard production requirements.
- Dresser + single-sided cap changer
- Magazine capacity: 30 caps
- Pneumatic drive
- Basic digital I/O control
Combi Plus
Enhanced combined unit with dual-sided cap changing.
- Dresser + dual-sided cap changer
- Magazine capacity: 60 caps total
- Pneumatic drive with speed control
- Fieldbus communication
Combi Pro
Premium combined unit for high-performance applications.
- Dresser + high-capacity cap changer
- Magazine capacity: 100+ caps
- Electric servo drive option
- Full robot integration package
Technical Specifications
General specifications for our combi dresser-changer range. Exact values vary by configuration. Contact us for detailed specifications.
| Electrode Cap Range | 13 - 20 mm (ISO taper) |
| Dressing Time | 1 - 2 seconds |
| Cap Change Time | 3 - 5 seconds |
| Combined Cycle Time | 5 - 8 seconds |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 - 100+ caps |
| Air Pressure Required | 5 - 7 bar |
| Drive Options | Pneumatic / Electric |
| Control Interface | Digital I/O / Fieldbus |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | ~600 x 400 x 500 mm |
| Weight | ~45 - 80 kg |
Mounting Options
Floor Mount
Standard floor-standing installation with adjustable height
Pedestal Mount
Elevated mounting for improved robot access angles
Wall Mount
Wall-mounted option for space-constrained cells
Custom Integration
Custom mounting solutions for specific cell layouts
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