6 Things to Consider when Investing in a Conveyor System
Koos Smit - Industrial Automation Expert ??
Solving complex industrial automation problems for the last 24 years with 100% client satisfaction.
As a production manager, you know downtime is not an option. Most likely, you are constantly looking for ways to optimise your production flows. So when it is time to invest in a new conveyor system, no wonder the task seems overwhelming. It is no secret that there are many things to take into consideration. In this blog post, I will provide you with 6 tips that will hopefully help you make the right decisions.
1. It all starts with the product and its requirements
What conveyor system you should choose naturally depends on the products that need to be handled and their requirements.
2. Don’t judge the book by its cover, look for what is underneath
A few years ago, automated material handling systems were all about conveyance and moving things from one point to another.
3. Modularity, scalability, and flexibility are important features of conveyor systems
The “perfect” conveyor system includes modularity and scalability as well as flexibility.
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4. Easy maintenance with the right technology
In a flow-based production facility, any downtime of any step in the process will disrupt the entire fulfillment engine.
5. Lower the environmental impact and increase the total efficiency
Today, the environment is something we all should take into consideration when investing in any product, solution, or project.
6. Be prepared for the future
It might be tempting to choose a solution based on what you are doing today, just to get your line up and running. But try to avoid it.
Still not sure what conveyor system to choose?
There is no doubt that choosing the right conveyor system plays a significant role in the efficiency of your production. It is a large investment that should be carefully looked into by a professional material handling specialist. At Vertex Automation we help you with the planning and evaluation of your investment as well as the selecting and designing of your conveyor system. Our solutions are geared for the low cost of ownership and are highly reusable, requiring minimum maintenance with low power consumption.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about different?conveyor systems?and?automated production flow solutions, don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions!
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3 年Very informative.Thanks Koos for sharing