Gantry Robots

PaR Systems XR^® and MR^® style gantry robot systems are used in large work envelope environments with significant system integration tasks. Examples of delivered projects include systems for spent nuclear fuel handling, automated calorimetry, special nuclear material storage and retrieval, deployment of manipulator systems, deployment of process tools such as TRU Waste Box opening saws and in-process handling of chemical munitions in demilitarization processes. PaR Systems gantry robots are inherently radiation resistant, are provided with explosion resistance and are decontaminable.

XR^® and MR^® style gantry robots are operated with PaR Systems' CIMROC^® Robot Controller. The CIMROC^® offers the well known Windows operating system and programmability using CNC codes or within a development environment. We provide integration of system components including end effector and end of mast tool changing systems. End of mast systems are provided for barrel handling, munitions handling, manipulator deployment and many other high payload applications.

Deployment of large payloads is enabled by PaR Systems' patented telescoping tube technology. Telescoping tube systems motion is based on linear bearing technology. We have delivered hundreds of telescoping tube systems that offer payload capability exceeding 6,000 pounds (2,700 kg) and the rigidity to deliver a payload to very fine positional tolerance. Many telescoping tube sets are provided with over 40 feet (over 12 meters) of vertical motion.

Integration Solutions

PaR Systems provides integrated automated and remotely operated systems. Since the early 1980s PaR Systems has integrated computer based technology and robotics into its solutions. Integrated solutions include intelligent operator interfaces, programmable and telerobotic motion control, automated tool changing, and integrated process and motion control for applications ranging from material handling to deployment of welding and other adaptive processes.

PaR Systems Engineering and Quality Assurance work closely together to provide customers with Safety Related solutions when Nuclear Regulatory Commission licensing is required. Safety Related solutions require commercial dedication of purchased components as well as the close integration of other quality functions with design and procurement activities. We perform and provide a certified seismic, radiation resistance evaluation and other analytical functions critical to providing a total systems solution.

Recent delivered integrated solutions include spent nuclear fuel handling, plasma arc, waterjet size reduction systems, and buried TRU waste box opening. In each case, PaR Systems provided the right combination of automated and remotely operated features, with automated end effector changing, computer based operations control and advanced operator interfaces. For Spent Nuclear Fuel and other high level handling, we provide varying degrees of remote maintainability as well as deployment system retrievability. PaR Systems provides a number of electrical distribution system options including its patented "Serpentine" system that eliminates cable reels and tracks. PaR Systems provides a range of hoisting solutions including single failure proof. We also provide vision solutions including CCTV cameras integrated with manipulator arms as well as deployment system mounted.

PaR Systems integrated solutions incorporate well known platforms including Microsoft^® Windows and Intel hardware products.

Non-Destructive Inspection

PaR Systems Automated Non Destructive Inspection Systems are used at leading aerospace companies to efficiently inspect large components and assemblies. Our inspection systems support water coupled ultrasonics, laser ultrasonic inspection, X-Ray inspection etc. Airframe manufacturers rely on PaR Systems Non destructive Inspection Systems to reliably improve efficiency, quality, and consistency of production. These Non Destructive Inspection Systems provide a synergy between our motion machine expertise and System Integration capabilities with leading suppliers of inspection processes.

For aerospace ultrasonic inspection, PaR Systems teams with a leader in ultrasonic inspection of composite aerospace components. These products are C-scan ultrasonic inspection systems that provide excellent value by combining high throughput and outstanding data acquisition results with unequalled reliability. Offering Through Transmission and Pulse Echo technology, these systems are tailored to fit your exact needs.

PaR Systems is currently providing two large systems for inspection of Boeing's 787 fuselage sections. These large composite structures are some of the largest composite aircraft components in the world.

For other inspection processes, PaR Systems teams with industry leaders to provide reliable, fully integrated systems to suit your needs. In the past we have provided the robotic manipulator for the proprietary Laser UT Systems used in the inspection and analysis of carbon fiber composites for the F-35 aircraft program.

Our extensive capabilities in system integration and program / project management result in production proven systems that minimize your risk and ensure smooth transitions to production.