The KUKA Genius family offers three different variants of modular and compact friction welding machines based on the same machine platform. With a forge force between 12 and 300 kN, every Genius is perfectly suited for flexibly implementing friction welding processes for a broad range of products.
Compact, modular friction welding machines tailored for Industrie 4.0
With the Genius product family, KUKA offers a flexible, high-performance, all-round solution for various friction welding processes. The KUKA Genius is available as a single-head or double-head machine of horizontal or vertical design and can be customized for a broad range of products.
Thanks to intelligent sensors based on IO-Link and the OPC UA data interface, the Genius machines can be easily integrated into a production network and conform to the reference architecture for Industrie 4.0 – a safe investment in the future of your production operations.
Wide range of machine types to meet every requirement:
Convincing advantages of KUKA Genius friction welding machines
Simple and ergonomic operator control
The result of the new development is a machine with improved access, light doors and a large working area. Operator control is carried out intuitively via a touch panel with a modern graphical user interface.
Utmost accuracy
The KUKA Genius achieves extraordinarily high precision and welding quality thanks to precise bearing technologies, pre-tensioned roller guides and a stress-optimized machine bed.?
Custom-tailored complete solution
A sophisticated hydraulic system, diverse drive solutions in various performance classes and a very large speed/load range make the Genius a genuine all-rounder for covering a wide spectrum of components.
Ease of servicing and minimal maintenance
The KUKA Genius boasts robust components with a virtually wear-free direct drive and long lubrication intervals. Beyond this, generously dimensioned operator and maintenance doors enable optimal access.
Simple installation...
The KUKA Genius is a plug & play solution. Not requiring any external control cabinets, it can be installed quickly and relocated with?minimal effort.
…in a minimum of space
With a footprint of just 12 m2, the KUKA Genius is one of the most compact machines in its performance class and ensures optimal utilization of the available floor space.
Industrie 4.0
An extensive array of sensors monitor the status of the machine and the entire welding process. The data can be transmitted to the cloud for evaluation via standardized interfaces, thereby enhancing productivity and data transparency.?
Generously dimensioned operator and maintenance doors on the machine enable optimal access.
User-friendly operator panel
Touch screen operation with clearly structured menu navigation makes operation of the machines quick and intuitive. A digital operating manual with search function and maintenance schedule further increases user friendliness.?
Transport-friendly design
The integration of hydraulic and electrical equipment reduces the floor space requirement and simplifies transportation and installation of the KUKA Genius.
Ergonomic working area
Readily accessible working area at the machines for convenient loading and setup with an automatic operator door. The easy-to-clean interior enclosure protects cables and piping from dirt and damage.
Integrated light curtain
An integrated light curtain for the horizontally configured machines ensures extremely short cycle times with a maximum level of safety.
Flexible swarf conveyor
Thanks to the optimized design of the Genius and Genius D, the swarf generated during removal of the weld flash can be transported away at either the side or the rear of the machine.
Extra-small footprint
The vertical system architecture of the KUKA Genius V enables a substantially smaller footprint of just 5.9?m2 including the control cabinet*.
Ready for automation
The Genius V is already prepared for automation and offers a cycle-time optimized and flexible solution for customers desiring a small footprint. Cell simulation is available in KUKA.Sim Pro.
Equipment variants of the KUKA Genius family
Depending on your requirements and the spectrum of products to be manufactured, KUKA supplies the friction welding machines of the KUKA Genius family in the following equipment variants:
KUKA Genius eco®
The basic entry-level model for simple welding tasks.
KUKA Genius plus®
The mid-range model with automatic backstop adjustment for even greater productivity.
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Also available for KUKA Genius V
KUKA Genius power®
The fully equipped variant with a high-performance drive for the most challenging material combinations and angle positioning.
Also available for KUKA Genius D
KUKA Genius: development of the single-head friction welding machine
The KUKA Genius features the latest, industry-proven modules and, with a forge force of 1.2 – 30 tonnes, can be used for a wide range of components in diverse industries, e.g. for the automotive industry?or the metal industry.?The machine can be installed easily, is space-saving and can be configured for individual welding tasks.
KUKA Genius V: vertical friction welding with minimum space requirement
The KUKA Genius V is the vertically designed version of the KUKA Genius based on the modular system of the product family. The vertical system architecture enables a substantially smaller footprint of just 5.9?m2 incl. control cabinet. The significantly more compact design in line with the plug & play principle makes for high flexibility, optimal access for servicing and maintenance along with an ergonomic working area and simple automation capability.?
KUKA Genius D: double-head friction welding machine
The KUKA Genius D double-head friction welder is the ideal solution for challenging applications with double welds. The higher machine power capacity of the “power” variant enables maximum efficiency through simultaneous welding and removal of the flash at both ends in a single work cycle (one-pass productivity).
With the KUKA Genius, it is possible to configure a large number of technology modules with customers according to their requirements – precisely as necessary for the component, production planning and manufacturing strategies of the future user.
Innovative operation for simple control of the friction welding process
Our intuitive user interface stands out through
Welding process
User-friendly configuration and setting of the welding process
Data backup
Input and backup of data via USB interface
Documentation
Documentation of the welding results by means of database, printer or PDF export
Parameter profiles
Graphical representation of current and archived parameter profiles
Control & monitoring
Control and monitoring of all parameters of the welding process in the millisecond range
Quality management
Full traceability via data matrix code. Weld data are assigned to the individual components.
Program management
Management of up to 1,000 welding programs
Presentation of values and status
Display of the actual values and parameters as well as the current status in plain text
Multiple award-winning friction welding technology from the manufacturer
Genius friction welding machines have already won numerous awards:
