Module Assembly Line for Front Coil Over Shock
Large numbers of variations in assemblies matched with high job per hour requirements is challenging. Fori Automation provides solutions to correctly sequence multiple variants to the assembly area. These systems are designed to maximize floor space and can be quickly updated to accommodate variant count changes.
The module assembly project consisted of a lean automated system. The commodities involved are FCOS assembly (both spring & air ride models).
The choice of automated conveyance for this project was the Fori’s rail guided cart (RGC). The customer currently has (4) programs in production utilizing the Fori RGC with a 5th project to be operational in 2020.
The FCOS sequencing & assembly system consisted of (7) RGCs, (4) semi-automatic FCOS assembly cells and (1) upper isolator to upper mount assembly press. This 
system also included a large sequencing area. This “market place” style area worked directly with the customers manufacturing execution system (MES) to direct the RGC cart to the correct product storage position. Pick lights were activated to assist operators in the selection of the correct variant of spring, shock or air shock as requested by the OEM.
The new RGC assembly line was production capable in September of 2017.