Preparing the published article.
Selection for Wash-Down and Harsh Environments
The environment, not the task, decides the specification.
What changes
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Wash-down | Ingress protection for robot, tooling and cabinet |
| Dust and fibres | Filtration, sealing and cleaning routine |
| Coolant and chips | Protection, drainage and consumable choice |
| Corrosive atmosphere | Materials, coating and enclosure class |
| Temperature extremes | Derating and lubrication changes |
Practical checks
- Confirm whether high-pressure cleaning is permitted, and at what distance.
- Check that the cabinet rating matches the robot rating.
- Include cleaning time in the operating plan.
Environmental ratings apply to specific components. Confirm what is covered before relying on a claim.