What robots are used for Riveting?

Riveting suits 6-axis industrial, collaborative robots. Examples include FANUC M-20iD/25, ABB IRB 2600.

What payload and reach does Riveting need?

Payload is typically 3 to 20 kg with reach around 1000 to 1800 mm.

What matters most for Riveting?

High-force end effector integration. Rigid arm and mounting structure. Accurate part and hole fixturing. Process force monitoring per cycle.

Application

Riveting

Riveting robots set mechanical fasteners using a high-force end effector, common in aerospace structures and sheet metal assemblies where welding is not suitable.

The robot positions a riveting head over the fastener location and applies enough force to set the rivet, which requires a rigid arm and mounting since the reaction force pushes straight back through the structure.

Part fixturing accuracy is critical, since the rivet has to land on a pre-drilled hole with very little tolerance for offset.

Process force monitoring on each cycle confirms the rivet set correctly, catching under- or over-driven fasteners before the part moves downstream.

Related applications

assembly screwdriving quality inspection

Common questions

What robots are used for Riveting?: Riveting suits 6-axis industrial, collaborative robots. Examples include FANUC M-20iD/25, ABB IRB 2600.
What payload and reach does Riveting need?: Payload is typically 3 to 20 kg with reach around 1000 to 1800 mm.
What matters most for Riveting?: High-force end effector integration. Rigid arm and mounting structure. Accurate part and hole fixturing. Process force monitoring per cycle.