From Positech Corporation
Handling Procedure: Load and unload pallets from a machining center. Pallets are brought into the workcell on carts. Operators must lift them off the carts and reach into the machining center to secure the pallet.
PROBLEM: Pallets are very heavy, awkward to handle and expensive. Operators are presently using a forklift or hoist to handle the parts. Machining centers have limited space and the forklift restricts the operator's ability to secure the pallet in the machining center. A hoist does not hold the part securely or provide precise placement control. Operators must load and unload several machining centers throughout the day.
Restrictions:
*?Tooling that does not restrict the operators' ability to work inside the maching center.
*?Tooling that holds the part steady to eliminate damage to part and/or maching center. Tooling must hold part by a special bracket common to all pallets.
*?Solution to cover multiple machining centers.
*?Variable speed control of lifting device to facilitate transfer speeds and careful placement of part.
*?800 lb. maximum payload capacity
*?25-45" Vertical Lift. 12'10" Overhead Obstruction.
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