Distribution Station

Summary

The video explains the process of distributing work pieces at a station. It begins with the stacking magazine, which stores up to eight work pieces. A double-acting cylinder pushes the pieces out one by one, and a suction gripper from the changer module grips each work piece. The swivel arm of the changer, powered by a rotary actuator, then moves the work pieces to the transfer point of the downstream station, completing the distribution process.

Takeaways

• 😀 The distributing station's purpose is to separate, store, and distribute work pieces.
• 😀 The process begins in the stacking magazine where up to eight work pieces can be stored.
• 😀 A double-acting cylinder is used to push work pieces out of the magazine tube one at a time.
• 😀 Each work piece is gripped by the changer module using a suction gripper.
• 😀 The suction gripper is responsible for separating the work pieces for further handling.
• 😀 A rotary actuator drives the swivel arm of the changer module to move the work piece.
• 😀 The work piece is transferred to the downstream station after being moved by the swivel arm.
• 😀 The distribution process ensures a smooth transfer of work pieces without manual intervention.
• 😀 The system relies on automated mechanisms like cylinders and actuators for efficient operation.
• 😀 The entire process is designed to streamline the handling of work pieces and improve efficiency in the distribution station.

Q & A

What is the main function of the distributing station?

The distributing station separates, stores, and distributes work pieces in a manufacturing or automation setting.

How many work pieces can be stored in the stacking magazine of the distributing station?

Up to eight work pieces can be stored in the magazine tube of the stacking magazine.

What role does the double-acting cylinder play in the distributing process?

The double-acting cylinder pushes the work pieces out of the magazine tube one at a time, initiating the distribution process.

How does the changer module interact with the work pieces?

The changer module grips each work piece using a suction gripper, allowing it to handle and move the pieces.

What drives the movement of the changer module's swivel arm?

The swivel arm of the changer module is driven by a rotary actuator, which controls its movement.

What happens after the work piece is gripped by the suction gripper?

Once the work piece is gripped by the suction gripper, the swivel arm of the changer moves the piece to the transfer point of the downstream station.

What is the purpose of the transfer point in the downstream station?

The transfer point is where the work piece is delivered to the next stage in the process, ensuring smooth transition to the downstream station.

How is the work piece moved between stations?

The work piece is moved by the swivel arm of the changer module, which transports it from the magazine tube to the transfer point.

What mechanism ensures that the work pieces are separated one at a time from the magazine tube?

The double-acting cylinder pushes the work pieces out of the magazine tube, separating them one at a time for further processing.

Why is the use of a suction gripper important in the handling of work pieces?

A suction gripper allows for safe and precise handling of work pieces, ensuring they are securely gripped without damage during the distribution process.