Feed module Foil feed module This module is used for feeding thin foil, and in particular, the wrinkle-free, tension-free, and unblemished feeding of (double-sided) coated materials. These materials are so thin that conventional cutting and punching using standard techniques can only be accomplished when in compliance of extremely accurate tolerance requirements and by using precision tools. Feed module for small or medium-sized products This module is used to feed and place products utilising a certain amount of flexibility. Product changes and modifications are easier, faster, and less expensive to implement (also off-line).
WWW.IMS-NL.COM
Example of a ProFast4G production line
ProFast4G represents the future of precision and high-tech assembly processes for a great diversity of advanced and complex microproducts. ProFast4G was developed in collaboration with high-tech partners ProfTech, Tumakon, and Masevon. The project is supported financially by the ERDF (European Regional Development Fund), the TIR (Twente Innovation Route), and the project GO from the provinces Gelderland and Overijssel. The foundations Mechatronica Valley Twente, Innovatie Platform Twente and Regio Twente also contributed to the project.
MEMBERS OF THE
-GROUP
INTEGRATED MECHANIZATION SOLUTIONS IMS P.O. Box 122 NL - 7600 AC Almelo Einsteinstraat 14 7601 PR Almelo the Netherlands Phone: +31-546-805580 Fax: +31-546-805588 E-mail: ims@wwinn-group.com Url: www.ims-nl.com
THE
NEXT
G E N E R AT I O N
A S S E M B LY
P L AT F O R M
ProFast platform The base onto which all modules are built to form the eventual production processing machine. The products are mounted onto product carriers. T H E N E X T G E N E R A T I O N A S S E M B LY P L A T F O R M
The base also contains the main driving power for the modules and consists of a frame and an integrated safety cover. A transport system based on product
IMS introduces a new modular production platform for flexible assembly of micro components for medium to large production volumes.
ProFast4G “the next generation assembly platform”
carriers feeds the products under the cover with room for up to 16 modules. The distance between two positions is 60 mm or a multiple of this distance. The integrated positioning mechanism moves the products within a fraction of the cycle time and provides an extremely accurate and stable operating platform.
ProFast4G is especially suitable for use when manufacturing products used for compact mobile-phone electronics. This market has seen enormous growth in the past years, primarily due to the great extent of changes and improvements amongst the various types of products.
Process module This module makes it possible to perform micro-processes like the cutting, punching or bending of many different materials down to a few micro meters.
Meeting increased production capacities of these small and complex products is made possible with the ProFast4G. Welding module This platform makes it possible to assemble small and complex products at very high speeds using a combination of standardised and customised assembly processes. The modular and generic platform cuts down production times and broadens operational capabilities.
The welding module is capable of connecting components very accurately, and at very short intervals. The welding method employed (ultrasonic, spot, or laser welding) is determined by the type of material and the product requirements.
A single assembly cell consists of a basic frame and product transport system, operating system, and various function modules, all of which can be configured to meet the assembly
Flexible dispensing module
process requirements.
Another effective way to connect components is through gluing. The glue must be applied meticulously onto the product, either in small amounts or in
A few examples of these assembly processes are: high precision component assembly and inspection, thin foil heating and cutting treatments, processes like applying and curing minute quantities UV-glue, and ultrasonic and laser welding.
complex patterns. The glue module can apply many different types of glue; the greatest challenge is monitoring the curing of the glue. The curing is usually done with external influences like UV-light and/or heat.
Specific off-line modules can be added to the production line for preparation and finishing
Micro Assembly Module (Pick and place)
processes, such as off-line material preparation or conditioning.
This module utilises grippers and a programmed movement pattern to pick up, position, or rotate components into place. Assembly module The flexible positioning capabilities of this module make it possible to mount
ProFast4G offers: • Medium to large production volumes (from 1 up to 20 million annually).
extremely small components on specific products. The high-speed capacities of this module with respect to grabbing, precise positioning, and placing small and/or delicate components are significant.
• High flexibility with respect to the capacity and complexity of assembly processes. • Product type configurations are easily modified.
Tray Handling Module
• Customer-oriented solutions employing modular principles.
Products can be fed into the module using trays. An automatic feeder can feed
• Short lead times, from design to delivery.
a great number of products from different positions; products are easily picked
• Reutilisation of modular solutions.
up and presented promptly for the assembly processes. The tray handling module can be filled from the outside.
ProFast platform The base onto which all modules are built to form the eventual production processing machine. The products are mounted onto product carriers. T H E N E X T G E N E R A T I O N A S S E M B LY P L A T F O R M
The base also contains the main driving power for the modules and consists of a frame and an integrated safety cover. A transport system based on product
IMS introduces a new modular production platform for flexible assembly of micro components for medium to large production volumes.
ProFast4G “the next generation assembly platform”
carriers feeds the products under the cover with room for up to 16 modules. The distance between two positions is 60 mm or a multiple of this distance. The integrated positioning mechanism moves the products within a fraction of the cycle time and provides an extremely accurate and stable operating platform.
ProFast4G is especially suitable for use when manufacturing products used for compact mobile-phone electronics. This market has seen enormous growth in the past years, primarily due to the great extent of changes and improvements amongst the various types of products.
Process module This module makes it possible to perform micro-processes like the cutting, punching or bending of many different materials down to a few micro meters.
Meeting increased production capacities of these small and complex products is made possible with the ProFast4G. Welding module This platform makes it possible to assemble small and complex products at very high speeds using a combination of standardised and customised assembly processes. The modular and generic platform cuts down production times and broadens operational capabilities.
The welding module is capable of connecting components very accurately, and at very short intervals. The welding method employed (ultrasonic, spot, or laser welding) is determined by the type of material and the product requirements.
A single assembly cell consists of a basic frame and product transport system, operating system, and various function modules, all of which can be configured to meet the assembly
Flexible dispensing module
process requirements.
Another effective way to connect components is through gluing. The glue must be applied meticulously onto the product, either in small amounts or in
A few examples of these assembly processes are: high precision component assembly and inspection, thin foil heating and cutting treatments, processes like applying and curing minute quantities UV-glue, and ultrasonic and laser welding.
complex patterns. The glue module can apply many different types of glue; the greatest challenge is monitoring the curing of the glue. The curing is usually done with external influences like UV-light and/or heat.
Specific off-line modules can be added to the production line for preparation and finishing
Micro Assembly Module (Pick and place)
processes, such as off-line material preparation or conditioning.
This module utilises grippers and a programmed movement pattern to pick up, position, or rotate components into place. Assembly module The flexible positioning capabilities of this module make it possible to mount
ProFast4G offers: • Medium to large production volumes (from 1 up to 20 million annually).
extremely small components on specific products. The high-speed capacities of this module with respect to grabbing, precise positioning, and placing small and/or delicate components are significant.
• High flexibility with respect to the capacity and complexity of assembly processes. • Product type configurations are easily modified.
Tray Handling Module
• Customer-oriented solutions employing modular principles.
Products can be fed into the module using trays. An automatic feeder can feed
• Short lead times, from design to delivery.
a great number of products from different positions; products are easily picked
• Reutilisation of modular solutions.
up and presented promptly for the assembly processes. The tray handling module can be filled from the outside.
Feed module Foil feed module This module is used for feeding thin foil, and in particular, the wrinkle-free, tension-free, and unblemished feeding of (double-sided) coated materials. These materials are so thin that conventional cutting and punching using standard techniques can only be accomplished when in compliance of extremely accurate tolerance requirements and by using precision tools. Feed module for small or medium-sized products This module is used to feed and place products utilising a certain amount of flexibility. Product changes and modifications are easier, faster, and less expensive to implement (also off-line).
WWW.IMS-NL.COM
Example of a ProFast4G production line
ProFast4G represents the future of precision and high-tech assembly processes for a great diversity of advanced and complex microproducts. ProFast4G was developed in collaboration with high-tech partners ProfTech, Tumakon, and Masevon. The project is supported financially by the ERDF (European Regional Development Fund), the TIR (Twente Innovation Route), and the project GO from the provinces Gelderland and Overijssel. The foundations Mechatronica Valley Twente, Innovatie Platform Twente and Regio Twente also contributed to the project.
MEMBERS OF THE
-GROUP
INTEGRATED MECHANIZATION SOLUTIONS IMS P.O. Box 122 NL - 7600 AC Almelo Einsteinstraat 14 7601 PR Almelo the Netherlands Phone: +31-546-805580 Fax: +31-546-805588 E-mail: ims@wwinn-group.com Url: www.ims-nl.com
THE
NEXT
G E N E R AT I O N
A S S E M B LY
P L AT F O R M