Robots in foundry environments operate under some of the most demanding conditions in industrial manufacturing. High temperatures, airborne particles, coolants, metal spits and abrasive sand continuously stress every joint, flange and cable. Without adequate protection, this increases the risk of downtime, reduced service life and costly repair cycles.
For a complete overview of how custom protective covers prevent failures in extreme conditions, see our guide on industrial robot protection in harsh environments. Selecting the right protective solution is not optional — it is a core requirement for any foundry or forge running industrial robots on a repetitive production line.
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Hazards that threaten robots in foundry environments
Robots are exposed to a unique combination of hazards in foundry and die casting applications. Lubricants and cooling spray used in die casting machines coat mechanical assemblies and electrical compartments. Metal spits project at high temperatures. Airborne particles and sand infiltrate joints and wrist seals. Steam and washing cycles add persistent moisture ingress risk. Together, these factors corrode surfaces, degrade robotic components and significantly reduce equipment productivity at every casting station.
Designed to withstand: protection standards for foundry robots
Robots designed for foundry applications must meet strict requirements based on resistance to lubricants and cooling spray used in die casting machines. When a robot carries the IP67 rating, it is completely sealed from base to wrist against solid or fluid substances.
On such robots, a unique combination of chromation and steel primer protection beneath a layer of two-component epoxy paint makes the robot resistant to corrosion and daily high-pressure steam washing. This design reduces ingress risk into mechanical assemblies and limits surface degradation. However, IP rating and coating standards alone do not shield external surfaces from thermal stress, abrasive particles or handling impacts.
RCC designs custom fabric covers engineered for foundry and forge environments — built for heat, metal spits, abrasive particles and sustained industrial use.
→ Discover our foundry and forge robot protection solutionsCovers protect robots and reduce maintenance on the production line
For robots that operate in harsh foundry conditions, protective covers for robots provide a cost-effective additional layer of protection. RCC, as a specialist manufacturer, designs custom fabric covers that protect the robot’s full structure — joints, cables and surfaces — against heat, abrasive particles, coolants and metal spits. Each cover is made to measure, designed to fit the robot’s specific geometry and operating range while maintaining its operational range of motion.
The choice of fabric depends on the exact hazards present — choosing the right protective materials is a critical step RCC handles for each application. Covers protect equipment from premature wear, extend maintenance intervals and help reduce unplanned repair costs — a direct impact on how protective covers reduce robot downtime across the entire production line. They increase uptime, improve productivity and extend the service life of industrial robots across every foundry and forge application.
A cover performs only when correctly fitted and maintained. RCC provides installation and repair services to support the long-term performance of your robot protection.
→ Explore RCC installation and repair servicesFrequently asked questions
Heat, metal spits, sand, coolants and steam attack seals, cables and mechanical parts simultaneously. Without protection, this combination rapidly increases wear and reduces service life.
P67 covers ingress protection, but not thermal stress, abrasive wear or surface coating degradation. External fabric covers address hazards that IP rating alone cannot.
Yes. RCC designs custom covers tailored to each robot’s existing configuration. Our technical team works with your team to minimise production disruption during fitting.
By preventing particle and coolant ingress, covers reduce the frequency of cleaning, repair and part replacement — directly lowering total maintenance spend.
Service life depends on the specific application and environment. RCC selects materials based on exact requirements and offers a repair service to extend cover lifespan.
Contact RCC directly. Our team will assess your environment, select the right materials and design a protection solution for your station.
Every foundry environment is different. Tell us about your robots, your constraints and your production requirements — RCC will design a solution tailored to your robots and your station.
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