Built-in Controller Type RCP6S

Standard/separate controller type RCP6 or built-in controller type RCP6S can be selected for all models. A maximum of 16 axes of RCP6S (relayed through a hub unit) can be connected to one gateway unit. In addition, the gateway unit can supply the motor power and control power needed for all connected axes, therefore only requiring one cable (power and communication line) for the RCP6S.

 

RCP6S with built-In controller advantages: 

• Control panel can be smaller
• Wiring can be easier
• Reduced maintenance parts since a common cable is used

 

 

 

 

RCP6S Gateway Controller

This controller can connect RCP, RCA, and RCD series actuators to an RCP6S gateway unit and hub unit.

Mini ROBO Cylinders and gripper type actuators can be added to the RCP6S network.

 

 

 

 

RCP6 Product Types

• Rod Type
• Radial Cylinder Type
• Wide Type
• Table Type
• Slider Type
• Cleanroom Slider Type
• Cleanroom Wide Slider Type
• Dust/ Splash-proof Rod Type
• Dust/ Splash-proof Radial Cylinder
• Dust/ Splash-proof Wide Radial Cylinder

Features of the Wide Type

(1) Wide Slider Type: Allowable dynamic moment is 14 times higher than the standard slider.

(2) Wide Radial Cylinder: Allowable torque on the rod tip is 3 times higher than the standard radial cylinder.

 

Equipped with High Resolution Battery-less Absolute Encoder as Standard

Battery maintenance is not required because there is no battery.

Since home-return is not required at equipment startup or after an emergency stop, this feature reduces operation time and production costs.

Price is the same as the conventional incremental encoders.

 

 

Improved Positioning Repeatability for Standard Specification: ±10μm

±20μm of positioning repeatability for the

current ROBO Cylinder has improved.

 

 

 

Selection of PowerCON® Compatible Controllers Is Available

The RCP6 is compatible with PowerCON, the controller equipped with a high-output driver.

The stepper motor achieves higher output, thanks to the PowerCON. This has reduced production cycle time, leading to improved productivity.

You can choose from two controllers with PowerCON: the “separate type” and “built-in type”.

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For more information on the ELECYLINDER contact any one of the team members @ Blettner Engineering or by calling 317-862-9580.

From Sankyo Automation, the BR Series ring indexer has a larger bore for mounting tooling, automation components or a robot in the bore of the housing. Output motions are programmable with the servo motor drive. Featuring low backlash, this system includes an internal gear reduction for light loading at high speeds. With an optional inline or right angle reducer, heavy loading at high speeds are achievable, We use the servo motor brand of your choice to avoid additional cost & training.

Features:

• Low Backlash
• Speed & Accuracy
• Rigidity
• Versatility
• Low Profile Footprint

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For more information on the BR Series Ring Indexing Table contact any one of the team members @ Blettner Engineering or by calling 317-862-9580.

American Feeding Systems, Inc. has recently moved to a new location.

New address & Contact Info:

15425 Endeavor Dr.
Noblesville, IN 46060-4921

Tel 317-773-5517
Fax 317-773-6044

American Feeding Systems, Inc. has been designing and building high quality vibratory feeders to solve manufacturing problems since 1982.

To talk more about how American Feed Systems, Inc. can solve your manufacturing needs, contact any one of the team members @ Blettner Engineering or by calling 317-862-9580.

IXA SCARA Robot

• Fastest in the Industry
• Achieves lower price
• Low Vibration, accurate positioning
• Equipped with a battery-less Absolute Encoder as standard

To learn more about the IXA SCARA Robot, contact any one of the team members @ Blettner Engineering or by calling 317-862-9580.

Conveyors play an integral role in many industries. The systems are used for assembly, in processing facilities, and so much more.

Because there are so many different possibilities when it comes to what’s being conveyed, understanding your specific needs and requirements is critical in getting the job done right.

When narrowing down the choices, consider things like the type of conveyor belt as well as the type of product traveling on the conveyor and temperature requirements, as each plays an integral role in what conveyor solution is best.

Let’s take a closer look at conveyor solutions for hot products and how typical issues that arise under these conditions can be avoided.

Conveying Hot Products

At a very basic level, hot products are more difficult to transport and handle simply because they are too hot temperature-wise for humans to hold and, depending on the item, could still be in the curing or cooling phase.

Items that fall into this category can include hot foods, plastics, metals, and others. They require special belting to withstand the high temps and move them along a conveyor system. In some scenarios, a special environment to cool or to maintain the heat, may also be needed.

Proper Belt Use

Items that reach above normal temps (140F) can wear typical belts unevenly. To prevent this from happening, and to make the process of conveying hot products a smooth one, wire mesh, stainless steel belt conveyors are usually used. Woven wire belts are both durable and able to withstand extreme temperatures.

Conveyor belts are typically made of PVC or PU. Since PVC is only rated to 160F and PU at 212F, products above these temperatures should be conveyed using a belt conveyor made of silicone or Teflon with woven metal mesh. Fiberglass is also a specialty option for transporting extreme temperature items. Also good for sharp parts and food are plastic modular belts. Like flat belts, these come in a variety of plastics; all designed to withstand various temperatures. Further along the spectrum are industrial chains which are ideal for long or rugged parts.

Consider Conveying Medium & Type

Using the wrong conveyor type with hot products can cause the conveyor to have a shortened lifecycle, malfunction and even cause product damage. An example of a conveyor malfunctioning would be a part that burns the conveyor belt. This could lead to belt tracking issues, which, aside from the obvious premature wear of the belt, can affect the longevity of the conveyor. If a part is too hot, it could have an effect on the substrate that is beneath the belt – in some cases this is a form of steel, but in many other cases, an engineered plastic like an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE). Even if a woven steel belt is used to carry the hot part or product, the fact that it is running on a slow conveyor and the heat is getting transferred to the substrate, means it can start to soften and the damage will eventually cause the conveyor to fail.

Special Environment Considerations

Much of what we’ve discussed is related to conveying a product that is hot. However, if the conveyor is exposed to extreme high temps in the process, the entire system needs to be designed to meet that environment. In some cases, a hot item may require the entire conveyor system to move smoothly and gently without disrupting a hot liquid for example. For these scenarios, special environments are created to ensure the conveyor still operates smoothly even within these applications.

Have a product you need help with? Contact Blettner Engineering to help you to customize a design system to work in specialized applications including belts and conveyors that can do everything from operate as a single lane, carry large products and even include plate glass.

Want to learn more:

mk North America has many styles of conveyor solutions, contact any one of the team members @ Blettner Engineering or by calling 317-862-9580.