JENOPTIK-VOTAN BIM Laser Robot System

Jenoptik offers JENOPTIK-VOTAN BIM, a laser robot system for 3D metalcutting of chassis components for the automotive industry. Compared to conventional machining methods, the noncontact laser process minimizes machining times by eliminating the setup time and also reduces the costs associated with tool wear.

Thanks to its design and flexibility, the JENOPTIK-VOTAN BIM laser cutting machine is a virtually wear-free tool, suitable for a host of metalworking applications. With a repeat accuracy of up to 50 μm in optimal conditions, this laser machine is precise and is comparable to conventional Cartesian systems. It cuts a circle or other standard contour in just one second, meaning its cycle time is significantly shorter than other robot systems.

The concept behind the JENOPTIK-VOTAN BIM series is based on a beam guide inside the robot. This means that laser sources with a power of up to 4 kW can be used without the need for a complex external beam guide. The equidistant internal beam path ensures a stable beam quality.

Several laser robots cutting in parallel can also be integrated into a single machine to achieve a higher output in a significantly reduced floor space. Furthermore, the robot-based machines enable complete line integration of the laser cutting process and can be easily integrated into production lines or combined processing units.

The JENOPTIK-VOTAN BIM is used in the automotive industry for cutting complex chassis components made of materials such as hot-formed and ultrahigh strength steels, as well as cast aluminum. Hydroformed tubes can also be trimmed for use in battery or electric motor carrier units for electric cars.