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News Release from: CPR Automation | Subject: parts feeders
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 18 October 2005
Bowl feeders for increased productivity
CPR Automation has been appointed as the sole UK agent for the extensive Shinko range of high quality, robust parts feeders.
These include bowl and linear vibratory units together with hopper feeders and associated controllers with advanced, user configurable features Potential markets include machine builders and automation companies, as well as a myriad of end users operating within the aerospace, automotive, electronic, food and drink, cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 19 Oct 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Models include bowl diameters ranging from 250 up to 1100mm, accepting loads (including bowl) up to 120kg.
EA series feeders feature high vibration frequencies of 100 to 180Hz and small vibration amplitudes, making them ideal for small (10mm or less), high-precision or extra thin workpieces.
Bowl diameters range from 150 to 700mm, ensuring highly reliable operation.
The ER series feeders utilise vibration frequencies of 50 to 90Hz and larger vibration amplitude of 1.2mm.
They are suitable for workpieces that are 10mm or more in size, with bowl sizes from 250mm up to 1100mm diameter.
Optional straight wall or cascade bowl designs are available for these feeders.
Shinko's range of linear type feeders come in a variety of different models that include the LFB series (leaf spring vibro-isolating type), which are provided with a new variable frequency controller as standard.
Uniform vibration is achieved without adjustment, making the model ideal for micro, flat or precision parts.
Other vibro-isolating variants in the range include the LFG series (rubber mounted) and LF series (coil spring).
Completing the linear feeders range are the LF and MF series (unmounted types) that feature small electromagnetic drive units.
The ME series mini parts feeder is specially designed to supply small, delicate parts without damage.
The full-wave drive system operates gently and reliably using small amplitudes and fine vibrations.
ME units are ideal for use with electronic and other micro parts for watches, cameras and similar high-precision products.
The main units are compact yet sturdy, fitting easily into small spaces.
Also offered through CPR Automation is the Shinko hopper feeder as well as a wide selection of controllers that feature a variable-frequency regulator for use with parts and linear feeders.
They permit the user to select the optimum drive frequency to match the job at hand with a simple-to-use knob control, making troublesome leaf-spring adjustment unnecessary.
A constant-voltage function ensures low-noise, stable amplitude that is unaffected by voltage variations or frequency fluctuations.
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