Automated assembly of fasteners for the automotive sector
Case Study: The system enables reliable feeding and assembly of six different components, each available in multiple variants, within a compact and easily reconfigurable layout.
Our partner
Sormec is a company specialized in industrial automation and in the design of systems for optimizing production processes, with a particular focus on on-demand packaging solutions. Founded in 1983, Sormec has consolidated its expertise in engineering and manufacturing automatic machines and systems, becoming a point of reference in the sector. The company offers customized solutions for various industries, including automotive, pharmaceutical, and home appliances.
The Challenge
- Handling of six different components, each with six dimensional variants, in a small-batch production environment.
- Cylindrical shape, with a high risk of rolling and misalignment during feeding and assembly stages.
- Requirement for quick format changes with no set-up time between variants.
- Compact layout needed to fit the limited space typical of high-density automotive lines.
The Solution
- 4 FlexiBowl® 800 units to ensure controlled distribution of cylindrical components through impulses and rotation.
- Multiple Parts Feeding functionality with sector disk, enabling simultaneous feeding of multiple components at the same station.
- Epson SCARA robot for fast and precise pick-and-place of the first four components.
- Kawasaki anthropomorphic robot for handling more complex and heavier components, thanks to its wide operating range.
- Fully integrated vision system.