Fastems' entry-level FMS is called the flexible pallet container (FPC)
Fastems' smallest FMS, the Flexible pallet container (FPC), is an alternative to pallet pools and provides machine tool suppliers with a complete FMS installed in a 'container'. Each FPC contains all the equipment required for an automated pallet storage and handling system. Each FPC is designed for a specific type of machine tool.
Stacker crane
Transports machine pallets: carries the pallets with a parallelogram mechanism. |
FPC control system
The control system is independent of the machine tool control. The software is based on full-sized FMS software. A Fastems interface to the machine control is necessary for data exchange with the machine tool. |
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Container
Storage places on up to 2 levels. Cutting fluid plates lead the cutting fluid to a central cutting fluid sump that is equipped with a pneumatic pump. |
Loading station
Up to 2 loading stations can be connected to the basic container. |
Benefits:
- Unmanned production
- High utilization rates for machine tools
- Same-day installation and start-up
- Easy to move during factory layout changes
- Compared to conventional pallet pools, the FPC is an economical way to add more production capacity
- Extendable up to a two-machine system
- Advanced MMS control for unmanned operation
- Ergonomic and safe work environment
- Automatic cutting fluid handling
