PART X Flexible Feeding Technology
Automate your production with PARTX Flexible Feeders.
Flex Feeding: How Does it Work?
Flex feeding uses vibration and vision technology to orient parts for robotic pick and place.
- A hopper holds a large quantity of parts to be fed into the system
- Based on vision system data, a robot picks a part in the correct orientation and places it into the next stage of production
- Parts are fed onto a vibratory surface where orientation and separation begins
Why Flex Feeding Over Conventional Feeders?
Traditional feeding systems, like bowl feeders, often have limitations for manufacturers and system integrators who need fast, custom solutions. Conventional technologies struggle to manage a different range of part sizes and shapes, and the time and cost required to adjust them to meet new production needs can hinder project efficiency. Drawbacks to conventional systems include
Drawbacks to Conventional Feeding Methods
Part Size and Shape Limitations
Unadaptable for Changing Needs
Part jamming and excessive wear
The PART X Flexible Feeder is the Solution!
With its vibratory technology, the PART X flexible feeder is designed to handle parts of varying sizes and geometries, offering a reliable solution for dosing components ranging from 0.5mm to 250mm. This system ensures production lines remain flexible, efficient, and adaptable in todays dynamic manufacturing environment.
Handles complex geometry parts up to 250mm
Capable of changing or feeding multiple parts
Vibration is precise for delicate parts
PARTX Feeders
PARTX Micro
- Parts Sized 1-10mm
PARTX S
- Parts Sized 10-40mm
PARTX 1
- Parts Sized 20-60mm
PARTX 2
- Parts Sized 50-120mm
PARTX Max
- Parts Sized 100-200mm
PARTX Flex Feeders in Action
PARTX Feeders work across any robot. Check out some featured applications integrating PARTX feeders with some common robots.
PARTX Meets Epson
PartX used in an application with an EPSON robot for feeding medical plastics. The PARTX Flex feeder is an effective solution for four different parts, varying in size, shape and weight.
Key Application Advantages
- Dust- free dosing solution
- Minimal contact between parts within the vibration plate
- High dosing speed per part (1.3 sec)
PARTX Meets Stäubli
This application features a solution for unpicked parts – the PARTX feeding systems automaticaly opens a latch, which allows for the unpicked brushes to emply into a tray.
Key Application Advantages
- Parts are always available for picking
- Easy to set up and use
- Useful for complex part geometries
Frequently Asked Questions
For which applications are flex feeders most suitable?
Flex feeders are best for industries with high-mix, low-volume production or where frequent part changeovers are needed, such as electronics, medical devices, automotive, and consumer goods assembly
Are flex feeders reusable for different applications?
Yes. Flex feeders are designed for reusability. With proper programming, they can handle a wide range of part types and sizes, supporting evolving production requirements and maximizing ROI
Are there any limitations to flex feeding systems?
While flex feeders are very versatile, initial investment cost and the need for vision/robot integration can be higher compared to simple mechanical feeders. However, their long-term flexibility and efficiency often lead to overall cost savings
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