Non-Automotive Assembly: Manual Vertical Conveyor System for Motor Cycle Assembly
On Oct 1, 2019/By Fori Automation, LLC/In Assembly Systems
Fori recently supplied an assembly system for an american motorcycle manufacturer. The system comprised of manual push pallets on a vertical conveyor system consisting of a main build line and two vertical lift support stands.
Features:
- Assembly Units Per Day: 500 units / 2 shifts
- Keys to Success: Operator ergonomics, flexible tooling, loop configuration, modular sections for line expansion
- Results: Quality built assemblies, on time turnkey install
Not all projects require high levels of automated equipment in order to meet the end users production requirements. This project is a great example of how Fori took a powered vertical conveyor system and redesigned it to a manual push pallet system based on cycle times and customer budget requirements. The updated design provided the customer increased flexibility for their long term build process. The line was designed in modular sections for future expansion of increased production as required based on customer demand.
The ability to be flexible with the pallet provided the ability to use the vertical conveyor for more than current parts or model changes. Overhead support for tooling was a jib boom that bolted to the floor to remove the assembly to dunnage.
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