Automation solution designer Weiss Group is showcasing its LS Hybrid Linear Transfer System, which features an integrated e-cam, linear motor and belt drive, at Robotics and Automation 2021.
The company is highlighting how LS Hybrid has been developed with a “hybrid drive” concept in mind and is effective where fast and efficient tooling carrier transport is required.
With up to 60 cycles/min and 40% shorter transport times, the LS Hybrid enables more processes to be performed in less space, resulting in a smaller footprint and cycle time reductions.
Furthermore, LS Hybrid is designed to optimise a classic pallet transfer system with mechatronic and dynamic properties. According to the company, this optimisation provides a production line with more flexibility and efficiency since both the hybrid drive technology and ‘plug-and-produce’ feature offer increased design freedom.
In addition, the system allows the linear flow of the assembly process to have more processing capacity and capability due to the “hybrid productivity” of the fast, high-precision tooling carrier.
According to Weiss, installation and configuration are quick and straightforward with the Weiss Application Software control package eliminating the need for specific expertise or experience.
Reportedly superior to purely linear transfer systems with a rigid product flow and one-dimensional drive, the LS Hybrid enables more advanced machine concepts to be deployed.
Weiss Group (Stand 204) is at at Robotics and Automation 2021 on 02-03 November at the Coventry Building Society Arena. For more details, go to www.roboticsandautomation.co.uk
