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Automated format adjustment for the packaging and beverage industry
Automate format adjustment with the drygear® Apiro® modular gearbox - retrofit or use in new packaging systems
Flexibility even with small batch sizes and the automation of processes is one of the biggest challenges, and not just in the packaging and beverage industry. However, outdated production systems and high set-up costs often stand in the way of these goals.
One solution is automated format adjustment. By converting large parts of a production line with just one movement, operating time is optimised, higher throughput is achieved and set-up costs are minimised.
Also perfect for retrofitting
Time
Minimise set-up times & more flexible production cycles.
Safety
Process reliability through high repeatability.
Profit
Fast return on investment & Higher output due to the elimination of set-up times.
Further application pictures of the company Rivella
Automated format adjustment - also for retrofitting
Perfectly suited for the packaging and beverage industry
Automated format adjustment is increasingly being used in modern packaging machines and production lines. However, major cost savings can also be realised by retrofitting automated format adjustment to existing production systems. Thanks to the modular gearbox system, aisle adjustment, curve adjustment and side guides for conveyor systems can be easily integrated into existing systems in a space-saving manner. The simple installation can largely be carried out during ongoing production, minimising downtimes.
Three solutions for drygear® Format adjustment
The benefits at a glance:
Minimisation of the set-up times
✅ Stepless and repeatable adjustment of aisle width
✅ Synchronisation of many adjustment points
✅ Avoidance of application errors thanks to simple operation
Can be used flexibly
✅ Cost-effective automation
✅ Can be operated manually or by motor - everything from a single source
✅ Maintenance and lubricant-free system
Tech up
- Quick & easy format adjustment across the entire lane
- Format adjustment also possible for curves
- Modular design for individual customer solutions
Cost down
- Reducing set-up times
- Quick, simple assembly
- Cost-effective polymer gearbox
Proof
- Applications in Laboratory tested
- 40% better performance through iglidur® A180
- Already in successful use by many customers
Sustainability
- Low energy consumption in production due to plastics
- Lubrication-free and lightweight
- Modular design allows flexible adjustments instead of new designs
Modular, cost-effective, customised
Aisle adjustment with drygear® Apiro® gearboxes
With the drygear® Apiro® modular gearbox system, inlet aisles, for example, can be realised in an extremely modular and economical way.
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Automated format adjustment - complete system from a single source
With the drygear® Apiro® modular gearbox system, igus® offers a modular system for all automation options that can be used to create a wide variety of modular and flexible kinematics.
The drygear® Apiro® modular system offers various gear ratios as well as length variants, so that there are an infinite number of possible combinations and applications. In addition to aisle adjustments, for example, cam adjustments, pusher applications, rotary tables or even Cartesian robots can also be constructed.
Consulting
I look forward to answering your questions
Steffen Schack
Head of Business Unit drygear® Gears and Gearbox Technology
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