Parts Sorting System automates lean manufacturing.
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Integrating with existing CNC cutting operations, Dynamic Robotic Parts Sorting System automates task of removing cut shapes from skeleton produced on 2D shape cutting machine, and converts nesting data to robotic paths automatically. Providing unattended material handling for lights-out operation, system includes multi-axis FANUC robot and controller, application-specific grippers, configurable safety systems, stack height collision detection, and job order tracking and reporting.
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ACI is Automating Lean Manufacturing at IMTS 2006
At IMTS 2006 Automated Concepts will introduce DRPS
At IMTS 2006, Automated Concepts Inc. (ACI) will introduce Dynamic Robotic Parts Sorting - DRPS - which automates the tedious task of removing cut shapes from the skeleton produced on a 2D shape cutting machine. DRPS also converts nesting data to robotic paths automatically.
Many manufacturers using CNC shape cutting machines automate the sheet handling for loading and unloading the cutting machine. However, the removal of the shapes from the skeleton in most cases is done manually. But with ACI's patent-pending DRPS manufacturers will have a completely automated shape cutting operation that:
o Provides unattended material handling for 'lights-out' operation
o Improves production throughput
o Offers a seamless process from sheet, nesting and shape cutting to part removal
o Reduces operating costs
o Maintains job order integrity
o Assures an organized and repeatable process
The DRPS system from Automated Concepts is capable of unloading cut parts by job or offloading cut parts to pallets, shelves or conveyors. And DRPS easily integrates with manufacturers' existing CNC cutting operations.
Features of the DRPS system include a multi-axis FANUC robot and controller, application specific grippers, configurable safety systems, stack height collision detection, job order tracking & reporting, and optimized part placement.
For more information on DRPS contact Automated Concepts Inc., 2906 21st Ave., Council Bluffs IA, 712-328-3410 - or visit them online at www.automatedconcepts.com
