{
  "record_id": "cf369dc8059b1284",
  "title": "Manipulators for Wheelblast Machines | Wheelabrator",
  "kind": "reference",
  "company": "Wheelabrator",
  "parameters": {
    "Equipment": "Wheelblast manipulator system",
    "Motion": "Programmable multi-axis",
    "Handling": "Robotic grippers, holders and pallets",
    "Process controls": "Position, dwell time and intensity",
    "Applications": "Cleaning, localized preparation and controlled peening",
    "Parts": "Castings, machined parts, implants, aerospace parts and gears",
    "Damage control": "No uncontrolled part-on-part contact",
    "Integration": "Conveyors, loading and part recognition",
    "Connectivity": "Optional Industry 4.0 monitoring and traceability"
  },
  "summary": "Wheelblast manipulators use programmable robots, grippers, fixtures and rotating holders to control how complex or delicate components enter a blast stream. Multi-axis motion manages position, dwell time and intensity without uncontrolled part-to-part contact.",
  "sections": [
    {
      "heading": "Controlled part presentation",
      "paragraphs": [
        "Multi-axis robots and programmable grippers adapt the part path to complex geometry. The system controls blast-stream position, dwell time and treatment intensity for each programmed surface.",
        "Configurable holders and pallets keep parts secure and repeatable during the cycle."
      ]
    },
    {
      "heading": "Applications",
      "paragraphs": [
        "Documented uses include castings, machined parts, medical implants, aerospace components and automotive gears. The platform also supports localized surface preparation before coating or bonding.",
        "Controlled peening applications include fatigue-critical features such as gear teeth, turbine blades and valve components."
      ]
    },
    {
      "heading": "Damage prevention",
      "paragraphs": [
        "Non-contact handling avoids part-on-part impact, making the format appropriate for delicate, thin-walled or high-value workpieces.",
        "Fixture design must prevent movement while keeping target faces clear of shadows and clamp marks."
      ]
    },
    {
      "heading": "Automation and traceability",
      "paragraphs": [
        "Manipulator cells can integrate with loading systems, conveyors and part-recognition technology. Optional process monitoring supports Industry 4.0 connectivity and traceability.",
        "Production validation should control fixture identity, program revision, media condition, dwell time and inspection results."
      ]
    }
  ],
  "updated_at": "2026-10-11 21:46:01"
}