The rack is built using Creform 42 mm pipe and joints for extra capacity and rigidity. Also, the flow rack features wide Creform Placon roller conveyor for flow characteristics and strength, while the low-friction skate wheel conveyors allow for shallow flow lane angles that are suitable for both plastic returnable totes as well as cardboard boxes. The gravity flow rack assists in first-in, first out inventory management.

The cart can be loaded up and then positioned in the assembly cell for access, allowing the supplier to keep only what is needed in the cell to minimize the space dedicated to inventory. The design of the cart also works to support mixed model production or changeover.

This controller is a two-channel motor output stage for BLDC motors used in MDRs, regardless of the conveyor or roller motor vendor.

MHS Helix consists of template-based modules for equipment control, inventory management and order fulfillment functions, designed to work together in customized configurations according to each facility’s unique requirements.

Built on AutoGuide’s patent-pending modular design, the Max-N15 provides a common base that can be adapted for multiple manufacturing and warehouse material handling tasks with modular attachments to create lift trucks, tuggers or high bay pallet lift trucks.

The updated SORT 3.7 is optimized to integrate with continuous induction systems, such as cross belt or bombay sorters, as it can pick 400 units per hour consistently.

The 3FG15 gripper has a maximum stroke of 150mm that can easily handle multiple processes. The three-finger design with a 15 kg (33 lb) payload provides a strong, stable grip for both form fit (internal) or friction fit (external) gripping.

Threaded Line Vac Conveyors eject a small amount of compressed air to produce a vacuum on one end with high output flows on the other. Response is instantaneous and regulating the compressed air pressure provides infinite control of the conveying rate. Applications include scrap trim removal, material conveying, part transfer, fiber tensioning and filling operations.

The smart distribution center solutions will include the North American debuts of the EP7402 controller for motor-driven roller (MDR) conveyors, TwinCAT/BSD alternative operating system (OS) for Beckhoff PC-based controllers and C6025 ultra-compact Industrial PC (IPC). The eXtended Transport System (XTS) will also make its MODEX debut at the Beckhoff booth (4026).

The latest design showcased at ATX includes two safety mats and two area scanners that detect when people enter the work envelope, allowing the system to meet higher speeds when not in collaborative mode.

The Dematic Micro-Fulfillment solution can be installed in 12 weeks and in locations as small as 10,000 sq. ft. The design makes it possible to install in the back of existing retail locations, directly supporting online orders for consumers within a specific radius.

The Printing and Converting packages provide a way to create projects using preconfigured cam profile function blocks, sample programs and sample GOT screens. Both products have been released for years in Japan before coming to North and South America.

The semi-automatic EXS-100 strapping machine is designed to apply a plastic strap around user’s packages, preventing them from opening during handling and transit. The EXS-100’s bottom seal design is a solution for low to medium volume users that need additional security beyond case taping.

ReadyPack is a smaller version of SOMIC’s 424 T2 (D) machine and completely different than the larger SOMIC FLEXX III that was introduced a year ago. ReadyPack is also designed with a slower collating speed.

PickMaster Twin is available in a multitude of configurations and can work with all ABB robots, and a range of virtual and physical machines. Coupled with the inherent software, the PickMaster Twin is suited for factories and production lines.

The model is a bi-directional AGV that provides more flexibility for movement along its guidepath as it can travel in both directions and when necessary rotate in place. The dual drive wheels also give this AGV the ability to travel laterally.

The UR16e combines a 35-lb payload capacity with a reach of 900 mm and pose repeatability of +/- 0.05 mm making it suitable for automatingtasks such as heavy-duty material handling, heavy-part handling, palletizing, and machine tending.

The HL4200 also features Columbia’s Smart Diagnostics for feedback related to fault detection and an optional video playback to assist the operator in identifying the cause of a machine stoppage.

Flirtey’s system is designed to safely get packages to customers with the delivery goal of less than 10 minutes using drones.

Beckhoff will showcase a lineup of updated automation hardware, software and gigabit communication via EtherCAT G for packaging machinery during the trade show, which runs September 23 – 25, 2019, and is expected to draw 30,000 attendees.