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via the BackSideBus In the standard configuration, this control consists of one control
unit and two T4X driver units.
The advantages of the aflex system are:
- Building of an individual system adapted to the respective application
- Simple expansion or replacement of individual control units
- Quick and easy parametrization of the modules via the configuration software
- Selection between different fieldbus interfaces
- Simple assembly and commissioning of the control
The different types of flexible feeding devices differ in size and application spectrum (see
Function description
On the aflex, the components are separated and isolated through vibrations. If re-
quired, the components can be conveyed into any areas by defined conveying direc-
tions. These movements must be adapted to the components.
The components are conveyed to the aflex as bulk material. As a rule, an electromag-
netically controlled bunker is used for this purpose. The valid tapping coordinates are
determined via a camera system and the component is conveyed to the further stations
by means of a handling system.
With optimal implementation of the aflex application, this is controlled in short pulses
during the component feed. Ideally, at least one component can be tapped after each
pulse. A continuous feeding of components is thereby produced.
The aflex is controlled, in the simplest case, via eight digital inputs/outputs, TCP/IP or
optionally via a field bus, such as, for example, the Profibus.
