“How to Optimize Your Assembly Operations” is a free, 12-page guide comparing synchronous and non-synchronous flexible assembly conveyors, complete with supporting illustrations and charts. Includes a detailed diagram of a non-synchronous pallet-based modular conveyor with callouts of all major components. Features tips on when to consider modular conveyors, and a listing of benefits of modularity, including phased implementation; integration of automated processes; line balance flexibility; integration of test functions; implementation of process controls; material flow options; reduced work-in-progress; improved ergonomics; reduced footprint and reusability. Also offers illustrations of how the modular conveyor line can be reconfigured or expanded over time, as well as system configurations.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., www.boschrexroth-us.com/lean

The SL101 RoHS-compliant CE mark digital dispenser is said to be a self-teach bench-top dispenser with 10 memory locations to automatically cycle 10 self-taught programs. Other operation modes include manual-mode, enabling a dispense operation controlled by a foot-pedal, and timed-mode that will dispense at a preset time. Is programmed with touch sensitive controls, with dispense periods from 0.01 – 9999 sec. Available in 110V and 220V versions. Air input is 70 – 100 psi (5 -7 bar). Dispense output air pressure can be programmed from 1 – 100 psi. Includes adjustable suck-back feature.

I&J Fisnar, www.ijfisnar.com