Portalverkettung

Gantry linking

for high-volume production

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Fully automated parts handling from the raw part to the finished part

Portal interlinking is a proven concept for linking numerous processing machines in large-scale production. Many different automation solutions can be implemented with the modules from the PROMOT modular system. Comprehensive sequence strategies, buffer concepts and emergency concepts for intermediate buffers as well as setup-free, on-the-fly type changeover of the system can be implemented to ensure that processes remain flexible and downtimes are avoided despite rigid interlinking.

Optional part tracking at component level ensures seamless quality documentation. With flexible buffer concepts, individual work sequences or sections can be automatically decoupled and coupled depending on the system status. This enables maximum OEE to be achieved with maximum output.

Features

Standardised automation solution from the raw part to the finished part

Interlinking of numerous processing operations

Use of standard modules increases availability

Reduced workpiece changeover times

Improved flexibility thanks to additional gantry axes

Flexible buffer cells for decoupling individual processing sections

Integration of process applications, e.g. part marking, part tracking with serial numbers, etc.

SPC and NIO strategy can be designed variably

Integration of manual workstations

Reduction of circulating stocks through optimized design of intermediate buffers

Master computer interface to
customer-side production control software

Highlights

Leistungsfähige Portalysysteme

High-performance gantry systems

Gantries with optimised acceleration and speed parameters are used for efficient parts transport. A specially developed drive and media supply concept enables maximum performance. The gantries can be designed as H-loaders or I-loaders, depending on the requirements of the respective processing machine.

High-performance gantry systems

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Flexible Pufferlösungen

Flexible buffer concept

Space-saving trough buffers are positioned to optimally compensate for minor fluctuations in processing times. Overhead accumulation roller conveyors are used to link and safeguard downtimes between the gantry lines and maintain the accessibility of the system. For longer interruptions and as an emergency strategy, parts are automatically stacked in Cellmaster CM stacking cells . This enables targeted emptying and refeeding of the system sections at any time.

Flexible buffer concept

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Intelligente Softwarelösung

Intelligent software solution

PROMOT attaches particular importance to the software design for gantry interlinking. A comprehensive software specification is drawn up in co-operation with the customer. Functionalities such as parts tracking, connection to master computer systems or production data acquisition (BDE/MDE) can be implemented according to requirements.

Intelligent software solution

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Integration von manuellen Arbeitsplätzen

Integration of manual workstations

Manual workstations such as visual inspection, control measurements or other quality measures can be integrated into the automation concept at any time. This means that the entire process chain is seamlessly integrated into the material flow.

Integration of manual workstations

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Benefits

LOW SPACE REQUIREMENT

The material flow is located above the machines. Still, access is possible at any time.

ACCESSIBILITY

The operating places and the work area are accessible at any time for manual activities.

INTERFACES

Uniform data and security interfaces for all machining tools.

FLEXIBLE BUFFER CONCEPT

Suitable buffer concepts are selected for a more constant material flow.

Home / Products / Material flow solutions / Gantry linking – serial production

Fully automated parts handling from the raw part to the finished part

Features

Master computer interface to customer-side production control software

Highlights

Benefits

LOW SPACE REQUIREMENT

ACCESSIBILITY

INTERFACES

FLEXIBLE BUFFER CONCEPT

Master computer interface to
customer-side production control software