Multi-disciplined Design-Build, Reliability & Life-Cycle Analysis/Optimization, and Turnkey Integration
Material Handling and Sub-Assembly Conveyors
Custom Design-Build, Turnkey Integration, Modifications, and Repurpose of automated material handling conveyors, delivery systems, and automotive sub assembly lines.
We provide part conveyance, sub-assembly, and line-side delivery systems to OEMs. For example, these systems could have positioners, rotators, indexing systems, automated torque tooling stations, and returns. We also have the expertise to provide turnkey integration of a full cell that may require lift assists, nut runners, reaction arms, and supporting structural work.
- Line-side delivery including Buffer/Indexing/Chuter systems (Automated or Gravity Fed)
- Sub-Assembly Prep Lines – Integrated automation for assembly and installation prep of components (includes conveyance, positioners, torque tooling stations, returns, etc.)
- Processing Conveyors
- Automated Stock, Store, and Retrieve Systems
- Full Cell Integration
- Minomi Systems
- Complex Dollies
- Design-Build of Conveyance Systems, including integration of custom or purchased components.
- Design – Build of Modular Conveyance Phase expansions Integration of Assembly Equipment, Gantry Structures, and Delivery Systems, and Transfers for an entire pitch or cell
- Automation
- Finite Element Analysis and Fatigue life estimation/optimization of existing equipment.
- Cell Integration of Assembly Equipment, Gantry Structures, and Delivery/Indexing Systems for an entire pitch, cell, or area of a line (POW or Purchased)
- 100s+ of Analysis, Repair, and Design-Build Projects
- Reliability and Fatigue Life Expertise – Core competency that allows us to understand, predict, and optimize systems to develop reliable and safe solutions; eliminating chance of downtime due to equipment or structural failure. Includes FEA, FMEA, Strain Gauging, to predict and optimize Duty Cycle Fatigue Life
- Virtual Simulation Expertise – proven ability to simulate processes and loads in a virtual environment to get predictable results.
- Lightweight and Fatigue Resistant Materials and Processes – Ability to keep large systems lightweight while maintaining strength and reliability. We use varied materials to gain strength and reduce weight.
- 3D Laser Scanning / Laser Tracker / Faro CMM Arm and 3D Scanning of Existing Conditions with BIM Integration to have a working model with virtual designs and existing site conditions/interferences
- Division 1 Weld Shop with In-House Welding Engineers and Inspectors (CWB and AWS)
- Control Brand based on OEM preference
Recent Projects
Inverter Chuter
Features: 3 Lane, with Elevator below for empty cassette return
Tailgate/Hatch Minomi Conveyance
Integrated AGV with Automated Return
Up and Over Conveyor
Features: Elevators, Empty Cassette Return (Karakuri)
FMS Conveyor
Features: Automated Top Level Accumulation, Bottom Level Return, PLC Controlled, Positioners, and Indexing System, Feeds Line-side Conveyors
Inverter Chuter
Features: 3 lanes, turntable, elevator underside for empty cassette return, PLC Controlled
FMS Build Conveyor
Features: Automated, PLC Controlled, Chain Conveyor, Auto-Tightening Cell, Compact Spiral Lifts, Positioners, and Returns