Flexible parts storage with the LiFo storage system from mkf

With the LiFo storage system (feeder with storage) you get a stand-alone solution for the flexible storage of workpieces with backup times of up to 16 hours for your assembly line or packaging machine as well as processing line, for example in the night shift, to expand your capacities or to compensate for personnel shortages. The integrated cobot (collaborating robot) UR5e enables it to take over various handling tasks after convienient adjustment of the parameters. The LiFo storage system takes over the loading and unloading of your equipment, component testing, various measuring tasks or several assembly steps. By using a servo gripper, the LiFo storage system handles your vulnerable parts (for example, glass, ceramics) very gently. The LiFo storage system has an OPC UA interface. The OPC UA interface provides a manufacturer-independent optimal data transfer, to upstream or downstream plants/machine parts or to a PDA system without additional programming.

With its convenient transport option, the LiFo storage system can be used flexibly in your production. You can position the LiFo storage system using the integrated transport rollers. For larger distances, holders for industrial trucks are incorporated.

Workpieces are picked up in the task-specific modified workpiece carrier (in the standard version with a pick-up area of 250 x 400 mm and a max. total weight of 40 kg/workpiece carrier).

The mkf LiFo storage consists of the following main assemblies:

frame made of mk - aluminum profile system

To hold the storage and conveyor combination, the cobot and the electrical installation
Openings are closed with transparent polycarbonate panes
Safety-monitored flaps for convenient loading and unloading
Maintenance door on the back side
Dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1500 x 1500 x 2400 mm

storage and conveying combination

Consisting of 2 double strand chain conveyors and one toothed belt conveyor
The chain conveyors store the workpiece carriers
Toothed belt conveyor for transporting the workpiece carriers to the working position of the cobot

universal robots UR5e

Collaborating robot
6-axis, movement radius 850 mm
Payload 5 kg
Integration into Universal's Polyscope software environment using URCap mkf LiFo memory
Control via UR5e operator panel
Integrated recipe management
Easy editing of parameters through user-oriented GUI

Zimmer 2-jaw parallel gripper GEP2000

Large range with small installation space
High flexibility when changing parts due to the large adjustment range, no setup effort or readjustment of the initiators necessary
Easy integration into the control system (IO-Link)
No pneumatics required - reduction of media supply to the system, as only one power connection is needed
With protector version, the grippers are suitable for clean rooms

Scope of delivery:

1x LiFo storage unit
1 set of workpiece carrier holders ( = 7 pieces)
Documentation and user manual
Control software

To ensure flexibility, workpiece carrier holders are used in the LiFo storage system, which are provided with component-specific workpiece nests. Please note that all parts in contact with the workpiece (for example gripper finger, workpiece carrier attachment) are not included in scope of delivery.

In order to get to know the individual functions of the LiFo storage system, a training session at our Lederhose facility for 1 - 5 persons is included.

We are happy to offer you various additional services for the LiFo storage system (prices on request):

Constructive design of the gripper finger geometry according to your specifications and/or taking into account other specifications, optionally incl. manufacturing
Constructive design of the workpiece carrier attachment, optionally incl. manufacturing or 3D printing
Complete commissioning at mkf incl.:
- Constructive machining, manufacturing and assembly of the workpiece attachments
- Constructive machining, manufacturing and assembly of the gripper fingers
- Creation of the corresponding recipe
Training at your company
Commissioning of the LiFo storage at your site and verification of the interface(s)

Your contact persons in the department of sales automation solutions

Lars Palmi

Project Sales Automation Solutions

phone.: +49 36604 8860
Mobile: +49 159 04098969
vertrieb(at)mkf-automation.de

Chris Beierlein

Internal Sales Automation Solutions

phone.: +49 36604 8860
vertrieb(at)mkf-automation.de

Piet Hötger

Head of Sales

phone.: +49 36604 8860
mobile: +49 172 8571898
vertrieb(at)mkf-automation.de

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For the fully automated assembly of various components, we combine all manufacturing and testing steps in the special machine. We realize the fast, flexible and economic implementation of your requirements through a modular plant structure.

Interlinking and transport

We implement logistical cycles by effectively linking individual process steps. We design modular transfer systems and complex networked special solutions to meet your needs.

Handling

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Measuring and testing

With customised measuring and testing systems, we integrate the complete monitoring of your production into your special machine. We select the optimal technology according to the special product characteristics and your specifications.

Welding

We integrate the fully automated welding process into your assembly line. Of course, the welding parameters are monitored and the welding success is checked.

Labelling

Integrating the labelling of individual products and workpieces into your special machine enables complete traceability. This allows you to meet the highest demands on product quality.