Unmachined part loading PICKLA

The PICKLA empties the set container fully automatically. The ferritic workpieces are removed using electromagnets. The number, shape and strength of the magnets are adjusted according to the size and shape of the workpieces. The lowering movement of the “picker arm” is stopped immediately by a freewheel function when the magnet touches down. The container is only loaded with the weight of the picker arm.

Depending on the cycle time and magnet selection, the workpieces are picked up individually or in several parts and transported to the unloading position. The PICKLA scans the entire surface of the container filling in a grid pattern. The gripped workpieces are unloaded in the unloading position of a downstream alignment system. The magnetic polarity changes during the unloading process, creating a push-off effect for the attached workpieces.

Once the PICKLA has reached the lowest position in the container on a grid point, the so-called search run begins. The next pick position is approached without unloading movement. If the entire base of the container has been moved to without success, the PICKLA moves to the home position and signals “container empty”. A pre-warning message “Bin is getting empty” after reaching the lowest pick position for the first time is also possible.