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The Frame Clip Assembly Cell (FRAC) is a highly flexible and versatile system for automated drilling and fastening of different aircraft components and substructures (e.g. frame, clips, brackets) with most challenging requirements. Broetje-Automation provides a series of different end-effectors that are tailored to different conditions and requirements to enable highest throughput rates and maximum workpiece flexibility.
FRAC systems are capable to be mounted on stationary or mobile robots as well as other positioning systems. They often combine several different end-effectors (e.g. drill-only end-effectors with automatic tool change combined with drillingand riveting multifunctional end-effectors). The systems therefore reach highest automation levels of more than 90% for all kinds of aircraft types.
Technical Data
Riveter
- Drill speed: 0 – 6.000 rpm
- Drill spindle feed: up to 98“/min / 2.500 mm/min
- Countersink repeatability: ± 0.002”/ ± 0.05 mm
- Material: Al/Ti / optional Composite
- Fastener diameter: 0,09” – 0,31” / 2.5 mm – 7.93 mm
- Cycle Time: up to 7 rivets/min
- Clamping force: 22 – 270 lbs / 10 – 120 daN
- Upset force: up to 10,116 lbs / 4,500 daN
Positioner
- Positioning accuracy linear axis: ± 0.008“ / ± 0.2 mm
- Positioning repeatability linear axis: ± 0.004“ / ± 0.1 mm
- Work travel: X-axis: 670 inch / 17,000 mm (not limited)
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More InformationSpecial Features
- Fully automated process
- Automatic Fastener feed and insert with all electric fastening system (AEFS)
- 8/16 slot fastener rack for various fastener sizes & types extendable with additional racks
- Multiple end-effectors for highest automation levels incl. automatic coupling system and automatic tool change
- High speed / precise drill spindle
- No limitation in workpiece length
- Broetje-Automation SCALE sensoric system for in-process quality check (e.g. countersink, workpiece compensation etc.)
- BA SOUL Offline Programming System
- Virtual twin machine and workpiece simulation
SOUL OLPS User Meeting 2025: More productivity and quality in NC programming and simulation
- Published on 4 April 2025
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Putting the customer at the centre – that is the idea behind the annual SOUL OLPS user meeting at Broetje-Automation. From 19 to 21 March, this year’s SOUL OLPS user meeting took place at the company’s headquarters in Rastede. The annual event is a valuable opportunity for in-depth discussions on current challenges and best practices in NC programming and simulation. In addition to sharing best practices, new features for the leading offline NC programming system were presented, including integration with the latest “3D Experience Platform” and the realisation of a comprehensive digital twin of machine, process and component.
Broetje-Automation Showcases Cutting-Edge Composite Manufacturing Technology at JEC World 2025!
- Published on 25 February 2025
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Visit our Booth in Hall 5 #M115 | March 4-6, 2025 | Paris, France
Rastede, Germany – Broetje-Automation, a global leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, invites industry professionals, researchers and the media to visit its booth at JEC World 2025, the premier trade show for the composites industry. The event will take place from 4 to 6 March 2025 in Paris, where Broetje-Automation will present groundbreaking innovations in composite manufacturing, including a large hydrogen tank demonstrator for future aircraft and the revolutionary STAXX Flex 8-tow end-effector.