Flexible automation: feeding solution | Parts feders

WHY CHOOSE FLEXIBOWL®?

FlexiBowl® orients and separates parts and can be integrated with any vision system and any robot for parts feeding.

The FlexiBowl® system is highly versatile, capable of feeding parts between 1 and 300 mm and from 1 to 300g, regardless of:

Geometry
Surface
Material

Its lack of production-specific tooling and its easy-to-use and intuitive programming permit quick and multiple product changeovers even during the same work shift.

FlexiBowl® is available in 6 models.

Choosing the right model

Make the right choice according to:

Expected productivity;
Required orientation of the components that are going to be fed;
How parts should be set down;
Overall dimensions and available space;
Interactions with other features on the production line;
Reference standards and regulations;
Characteristics of the production setting

Analysis and free test

The best solution is the one that meets the requirements of the production line. For years, our project office has helped distributors, machine manufacturers and integrators all over the world select the right FlexiBowl®.

We provide a free test so you can see how the system works with the parts it actually has to handle, and we help you identify the right model and optional accessories. The free test is practical guidance to help you make the right choice for the most competitive solution.

FLEXIBOWL® 200

Ideal for 1-10mm components

Backlight Area 90 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 180 x 90.5 mm

Footprint 235 x 218 mm

Pick Height 172 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 1.5 L

Recommended part size 1< x <10 mm

200

Recommended part weight <20 g

Max Payload 1 kg

VIDEOS

0.1g
6 x 4 mm

0.1g
10 x 5 mm

4g
30 x 70 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 350

Ideal for 1-20mm components

Backlight Area 166 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 111 x 230 mm

Footprint 447 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 5/10 L

Recommended part size 1< x <20 mm

350

Recommended part weight <40 g

Max Payload 3 kg

VIDEOS

0.1g
6 x 4 mm

0.1g
10 x 1 mm

0.1g
2 x 2 mm

0.5g
20 x 1 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 500

Ideal for 5-50mm components

Multiple Parts Feeding

Backlight Area 513 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 334 x 167 mm

Footprint 629 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 10/20 L

Recommended part size 5< x <50 mm

500

Recommended part weight <100 g

Max Payload 7 kg

VIDEOS

3g
30 x 10 mm

2g
40 x 20 mm

0.1g
55 x 19 mm

2g
50 x 10 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 500 E

Ideal for 5-50mm components

Backlight Area 513 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 334 x 167 mm

Footprint 629 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 10/20 L

Recommended part size 5< x <50 mm

500 E

Recommended part weight <100 g

Max Payload 7 kg

VIDEOS

3g
30 x 10 mm

2g
40 x 20 mm

0.1g
55 x 19 mm

2g
50 x 10 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 650

Ideal for 20-110mm components

Multiple Parts Feeding

Backlight Area 922 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 404 x 250 mm

Footprint 788 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 20/40 L

Recommended part size 20< x <110 mm

650

Recommended part weight <170 g

Max Payload 7 kg

VIDEOS

6g
103 x 21 mm

0.1g
147 x 5 mm

114g
160 x 20 mm

2g
100 x 3 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 800

Ideal for 60-250mm components

Multiple Parts Feeding

Backlight Area 1125 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 404 x 325 mm

Footprint 941 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 20/40 L

Recommended part size 60<x<250mm

800

Recommended part weight <250 g

Max Payload 7 kg

VIDEOS

15g
85 x 5 mm

93g
250 x 25 mm

430g
215 x 5 mm

5g
100 x 17 mm

PHOTOS

FLEXIBOWL® 1200

Ideal for 50-300mm components

Multiple Parts Feeding

Backlight Area 4120 cm²

Backlight Area (Dim.) 917 x 525 mm

Footprint 1346 mm

Pick Height 270 mm

Recommended bulk feeder 40/60 L

Recommended part size 50<x<300mm

1200

Recommended part weight <300 g

Max Payload 7 kg

VIDEOS

15g
85 x 5 mm

93g
250 x 25 mm

430g
215 x 5 mm

5g
100 x 17 mm

PHOTOS

Operating Modes

Traditional, FlexiTrack or Multiple Parts Feeding.

Traditional

FlexiBowl® is the only system that has a circular sequence consisting of feeding, rotation, jogging and pick-up. These actions are performed in parallel to prevent stalling, but also to achieve fantastic benefits in terms of efficiency. Perfect for extreme picking precision.

FlexiTrack

Concept Flexibowl 2021 doppia telecamera_test

The motor and the flip mechanism work continuously to rotate the disc constantly and smoothly. Greater productivity is achieved with a touch less precision. Perfect for parts with simple geometries.

Multiple Parts Feeding

Handles up to 4 types of parts simultaneously. Minimizes layout and production costs in processes that use several parts simultaneously.

ADVANTAGES

Cleanroom

This option is certified for use in ISO 5 Cleanrooms according to ISO 14644-1, while retaining all the FlexiBowl® features.

Flexibility

Pulse speed, acceleration and frequency are easy to modify. Optimal separation can be achieved for each part enabling frequent production changeovers. Electronic and mechanical systems work together programming and reprogramming of the software.

Speed

Higher speed rate means better productivity. FlexiBowl® is often the choice when it comes to fulfilling significantly large orders, because of the extraordinary quantity of parts it processes.

Easy to use

No special technical training needed for programming. Operators can handle the system autonomously right from the first use. FlexiBowl® is perfect for frequent production changeovers taking just a few seconds, with no need for long mechanical retooling.

Easy to reprogram

FlexiBowl® can be reprogrammed and made even more powerful with further options for any transformation the production line has to undergo to meet market needs. The parameters of FlexiBowl® are extremely easy to modify.

Compatibility

FlexiBowl® is compatible with all cobots and industrial robots that support the Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP/IP), Ethernet/IP, digital I/O protocols. Plug-ins are available for communication with robots.

Integration

FlexiBowl® can be deployed on production lines in numerous industries. Its range of options is designed to offer customization and perfect integration: dispersion and deflection systems, cleanroom version, FDA-compliant and anti-static surfaces, and much more besides.

Reduced wastage

FlexiBowl® allows parts to be fed without damaging them: the quality of the action exceeds that of traditional solutions. Parts are handled with greater precision and care. No parts wasted and increased productivity.

Self-reliant but never alone

We provide support at all stages: from the choice of system, to shipping, set up, start up and during operation and changeovers. Routine maintenance is drastically reduced compared to traditional technologies. Our goal is for you to feel self-reliant but never alone.