asm siplace feeder rack

ASM Siplace feeder racks are antistatic, high-capacity mobile storage solutions designed to optimize SMT production by enabling efficient offline setup and rapid job changeovers. They are compatible with the intelligent X and S series feeders and feature robust construction for secure transport.
Key Features and Benefits
Offline Preparation: These racks allow operators to pre-kit the entire feeder setup for an upcoming production run away from the machine, minimizing downtime during changeovers.
Feeder Compatibility: They are specifically engineered to interface with various ASM Siplace feeder types, including the intelligent SIPLACE X-feeders, SX feeders, S feeders, and WPC (Waffle Pack Changer) configurations, supporting tape sizes from 8mm up to 104mm.
Secure & ESD Safe Design: Carts feature a reinforced steel or aluminum frame with an ESD-safe coating to protect sensitive electronic components from static discharge. Precision-machined docking rails ensure stable and vibration-free placement during movement.
Mobility: Equipped with industrial-grade swivel casters and locking brakes, the carts are easy to maneuver across the factory floor and can be securely positioned at the machine interface.
Typical Configurations
Feeder racks come in various capacities and designs depending on the user's needs and the specific Siplace machine model (e.g., X4i, X2S, SX1, SX2).
Capacity: Standard models can hold a significant number of feeders, with common capacities including 40, 60, or up to 85 8mm feeders per shelf or cart.
Structure: They are typically available as 2-layer, 3-layer, or 4-shelf structures, offering flexibility in configuring storage space.
Types:
Manual Trolleys: These are the most common, manually pushed carts for transporting feeders.
Electric/Automated Trolleys: Some advanced or upgraded models support electric drives and integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to automate docking and upload material data in real time, further improving efficiency in high-volume settings.
Compatible Feeder Types
The racks are designed to store and protect specific ASM Siplace feeder series, which include:
SIPLACE X Feeders: Known for being accurate, intelligent, lightweight, and allowing non-stop changes on the machine.
SIPLACE S Feeders: Older but highly reliable feeders used on S-series machines.
SIPLACE Smart Feeder XI: Intelligent feeders offering advanced features like automatic pitch detection and component verification.