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Electric overhead and floor conveyors

Rail-bound conveyor systems with self-propelled trolleys

Electric monorail system

Electric monorail systems (EMS) are used as connecting overhead conveyor technology for automated transport over long distances. WinMOD-SIMLINE offers a 3D library with parameterisable rails, curves, switches, rail lifters and traversing modules for the rapid creation of complex rail layouts. The high-performance WinMOD-SIMLINE light and heavy-duty suspension trolleys are equipped with current collectors, code reading heads, magnetic switches and recordable data fields, depending on requirements. Standard vehicles, equipped with lifting, folding or rotating frames, as well as highly individualised, customised solutions are used.

Transport goods can be loaded and unloaded and - just like the EMS vehicles themselves - captured with geometric accuracy by the WinMOD-SIMLINE 3D sensor system. The routing/fleet control system with track & trace (RFID/barcode) can thus be specifically tested and validated. Even complex processes such as the coordination of several vehicles, points control, congestion behaviour or safe load handling can be simulated in detail.

Electric floor track

Electric floor conveyors (EBB) are automated, floor-guided conveyor systems that are used for the reliable transport of components, pallets or workpiece carriers over longer distances within production and logistics facilities. They move along permanently installed rails and are controlled centrally.

The WinMOD-SIMLINE system offers a comprehensive 3D library with parameterisable raised floor rails with straights, curves and switches. The CAD-based 3D vehicles can be equipped with various load handling devices such as roller and chain conveyors, as well as real-time 3D sensors. Functions such as rail and code band communication, docking at stations or loading and unloading are modelled true to the original. The control system, drive technology and sensors can be put into operation completely virtually and tested in interaction with other automation systems.

Further factory automation solutions

Container conveyor technology

Sorting and picking systems for small goods such as cartons, plastic boxes or other piece goods. The goods are transported via classic roller conveyors, belt conveyors
as well as the typical cam roller tracks,
Belt curves and accumulating roller conveyors.

Pallet conveyor technology

This technology area comprises conveyor systems that transport and sort pallets and pallet cages. The conveying elements are large roller and chain conveyors in combination with lifting, turning and sliding tables. Magazines for empty pallets are also typical here.

Automated storage systems

These systems are usually fully automated high-bay warehouses that are operated by storage and retrieval machines and controlled via distributed automation systems. The orders for storage and retrieval are generated via warehouse management systems.

Pick-and-place systems

Automated systems that pick up parts from A to B and set them down again with a defined orientation - typically for loading, sorting, picking or packing. Core systems are industrial robots (Delta, SCARA, 6 axes, Cartesian) or gantry axes.

Robotics

Robotics plays a central role in modern manufacturing by enabling the automation of production processes and increasing efficiency and precision. Robots are used in various areas, such as welding, assembly, painting or packaging of products. 

Production lines

Production lines combine processes, material flow and control systems to create a production system with cycle and quality assurance. They consist of combinations of assembly, processing and testing stations. They also include transfer technology, buffers and often a highly specialised automation system.

Electric overhead and floor conveyors

Electric monorail systems are used as connecting conveyor technology over long distances. The overhead trolleys travel fully automatically with integrated electric drives and controls and are usually routed via a centralised control system.

Power-and-Free (P&F)

This chain-driven overhead or floor conveyor technology is driven by continuously running power strands (chains). Transport trolleys are engaged, transported, disengaged at stoppers and buffered via chain dogs.

Driverless transport systems

Automated self-driving vehicles as a connecting material flow solution. Driving takes place either completely track-free via defined lanes or markers (AGV) or via free navigation with automatic dynamic obstacle avoidance (AMR).

Mechanical engineering

Engineering discipline for the development, manufacture and maintenance of machines, plants and production systems. Typical applications include machine tools, handling technology, automotive/aerospace, packaging and assembly systems.