Sure Controls, Inc

Micro Automation Manufacturing Process

Micro Automation Manufacturing Process

What is Micro-Automation?

Micro-Automation is automating a manufacturing process that involves handling small parts. Small part is defined differently for each customer, but for Sure Controls that ranges anywhere from 6 (150mm) inches on the large side down to .2 inches (5mm).

3-Axis Flexible Part Feeding Solution

There are many factors to take into consideration when approaching system automation. These may include: product in-feed, product out-feed, cycle rate, and quality inspection. Perhaps the most important factor is a clear definition of success and a shared vision on how to reach it. Sure Controls values these partnerships. Your success is our success. Applications that involve handling small parts “micro-parts” introduce an additional level of complexity. This is due to challenges in handling the parts on the in-feed side. Traditionally, the in-feed of parts into an automation cell is done with products like a bowl feeder. Bowl feeders have limitations including: changeover (each bowl feeder is designed for a specific part), high investment that can’t be easily re-purposed, difficulty handling delicate material, jamming and part re-circulation.