Design and Optimization of an Automated PVC Pipe Cutting System for Industrial Applications

Abstract

Industrial automation has become increasingly important in modern manufacturing industries due to the growing demand for high production rates, improved quality, and reduced operational costs. Pipe cutting is one of the major operations performed in construction, plumbing, irrigation, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Conventional manual cutting methods are time-consuming and often result in inaccurate dimensions, poor surface finish, material wastage, and increased labor requirements.

This paper presents the design and optimization of an automated PVC pipe cutting machine intended for industrial applications. The developed system utilizes a motor-driven cutter assembly integrated with gears, shafts, bearings, rollers, and a structural support frame. The machine was designed using CATIA V5 software and analyzed using ANSYS finite element analysis tools.

Structural analysis including stress, strain, and total deformation was carried out to evaluate the reliability and safety of the machine under operating conditions. The results obtained from ANSYS confirmed that the machine operates within permissible stress limits and provides stable cutting performance with minimal vibration and deformation.

The developed machine improves cutting accuracy, minimizes manual effort, reduces production time, and enhances industrial productivity. The proposed system is suitable for industrial manufacturing applications where efficient and accurate pipe cutting operations are required.