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The F1200 systems with turnaround unit .
Q-Fin turnaround table .
Parts finished on the IOC1200 .
Now , the system works with batches in a continuous process which saves a tremendous amount of time
turnaround unit . A sensor registers that all parts are in the reversing unit . The two tables in the turnaround unit are next to each other and a carousel turns them at 180 degrees . All parts are then fed into the second F1200 deburring machine to process the other side of the parts .
At Willems , the deburring line is set up so that the operator initiates the turnaround unit . This way , he gives himself time to load the system on one side and unload it on the other . He can work at his own pace and still achieve high throughput .
By choosing two deburring machines and a reversing unit , Willems can now process parts batchwise .
“ There is a nice flow . This would not have been the case if a rotating unit and one machine had been chosen , into which all the parts would then have had to be fed back . That would mean waiting times ,” said van Scherpenseel . “ Now , the system works with batches in a continuous process which saves a tremendous amount of time .”
The deburring line came with two IOC1200 driven input and output conveyors as well as two WES6000 wet operating extraction systems . The latter are placed on a platform high above the installation so that they take up no space and noise is minimal .
Willems also installed an F200 XL machine for the rapid deburring , grinding and rounding of small sheet metal parts and a Skipjoint machine designed for the easy and safe removal of microjoints . Together , these machines form a complete system for deburring and rounding of sheet metal parts , which can be operated by one person .
The company is also investing in its future . Due to continued growth , the adjacent plot to its factory in Hapert has now been purchased . The plan is to build a new industrial hall there to create more space for the production and assembly of machines . n
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