An automated ironing system for car sear manufacturing has been developed by Flexiv, a provider of robotic solutions.

The Rizon 4 robot is equipped with an end-of-arm bracket where a high-pressure steam iron can be mounted, the company explained. Meanwhile, the Rizon 4 uses force control capacity to accurately mimic the movement and pressure trained experts use for removing wrinkles and ensuring accurate material placement.

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Further, Flexiv can seamlessly adapt to the different shapes and contours of a car seat while also applying consistent and precise pressure.

“Excessive pressure or prolonged ironing on one area could damage the leather, but our system prevents this. This innovation not only elevates the quality and efficiency of car seat production but also improves workplace safety,” its developers added.

Flexiv’s new solution reportedly removes workers from the dangers of burns and exposure to high-pressure steam.

Enabling the Rizon 4 robot to performs such tasks is the robot’s seven degrees of freedom, its 5,000 Hz joint force control servo and a 1,000 Hz arm coordination algorithm.