{"product_id":"yebo-b046-position-controlled-tightening-workstation","title":"YEBO B046 Position-Controlled Tightening Workstation | SPC-COM Poka-Yoke for Atlas Copco \u0026 ESTIC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHB Torque integrates the YEBO B046 positioning sensors and SPC-COM controller into a position-controlled tightening workstation for bolt-location verification, poka-yoke fastening and operator error proofing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The system combines a torque reaction arm, rigid tool clamp, draw-wire sensors, positioning logic and application fixture around the customer’s actual bolt pattern and working envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas Copco and ESTIC references describe compatible integration targets only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Third-party tightening tools may be customer-supplied or project-specified and are not included unless stated in the formal quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYEBO B046 Position-Controlled Tightening Workstation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe B046 package monitors tool position while the operator moves through the fastening sequence. Position data is sent to the SPC-COM controller, allowing the workstation logic to verify whether the tool is at the intended bolt location before or during the tightening process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis makes the B046 suitable for assembly stations where tightening sequence, bolt-position verification and process error proofing are more important than simple torque reaction support alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive chassis and subassembly tightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery tray and battery pack assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge multi-bolt fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, axle and powertrain assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed-model production with position-dependent tightening programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoka-yoke assembly stations requiring bolt-position verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Capabilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXYZ position monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e draw-wire or configured positioning sensors track workstation movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-position verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e controller logic can confirm that the tightening tool is operating at the intended fastening location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoka-yoke support:\u003c\/strong\u003e position data can be used as part of an error-proofed tightening sequence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid tool mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e the nutrunner is clamped to the reaction arm instead of suspended freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThird-party tool integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e compatible Atlas Copco, ESTIC and other industrial nutrunners can be evaluated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e barcode readers, socket selectors, PLC signals and traceability functions can be incorporated when required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSPC-COM Positioning Controller\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch true-color touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositioning-control platform for workstation guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable I\/O configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS485 digital-sensor interface options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0–10 V analog-sensor interface options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware configurations for angle and displacement sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sensor Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe B046 catalog structure supports one, two or three RS485 sensor interfaces, one or two 0–10 V analog sensor interfaces, and software arrangements for combinations of angle and displacement measurement. Draw-wire sensor travel options are available from approximately 1 m to 3.5 m depending on the selected configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinal sensor quantity, travel range, mounting position and software logic are selected from the actual reaction-arm geometry and bolt coordinates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAtlas Copco \u0026amp; ESTIC Tightening Tool Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHB Torque engineers the mechanical clamp, torque reaction arm, sensor positions, controller logic and fixture interface around the exact tightening tool. Compatibility should be confirmed from torque range, tool weight, head geometry, handle position and socket access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMES \/ PLC \/ Traceability Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere required, position verification can be combined with tightening result data, barcode identification and PLC or MES communication. The exact handshake, program-selection logic, position tolerance and result fields are defined during project engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInformation Needed for Engineering Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTightening tool brand and exact model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget torque and fastening orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt coordinates and tightening sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired X\/Y\/Z working range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixture or workpiece drawing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllowed position tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarcode, PLC, MES or traceability requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a position-controlled tightening workstation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a tightening station that combines tool-position sensing with fastening process control so the system can verify that the operator is working at the intended bolt location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the B046 help prevent tightening the wrong bolt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Position information can be incorporated into the tightening sequence as part of a poka-yoke strategy, subject to the required tolerance and workstation geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used with Atlas Copco or ESTIC nutrunners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelected models can be integrated after the tool torque, geometry and mounting method are reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan position control be connected to MES or PLC systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Position status, product identification and tightening results can be incorporated into a broader control and traceability architecture where the available interfaces support the required data exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated Tightening Workstations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed wide rotating coverage with a jib crane? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yebo-b043-jib-crane-torque-reaction-arm-workstation\"\u003eYEBO B043 Jib Crane Torque Reaction Arm Workstation\u003c\/a\u003e. Need traceable low-torque screw fastening? Compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/traceable-electric-screwdriver-workstation\"\u003eFAZIO FQA-TL Traceable Electric Screwdriver Workstation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSend your bolt pattern, tool model and station drawing to request a configured B046 position-controlled tightening workstation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HB Torque","offers":[{"title":"Engineered to Order","offer_id":53198323581109,"sku":"HBT-B046-POS-RFQ","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7784\/7221\/files\/b046-position-controlled-torque-arm-workstation.webp?v=1788349834","url":"https:\/\/www.hbtorque.com\/products\/yebo-b046-position-controlled-tightening-workstation","provider":"HB Torque ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}