Automation and the use of robotics in the manufacturing industry isn’t a new concept, but the market is seeing explosive growth in recent years thanks to advancements in robotic technology. The American factory is now working more efficiently and effectively as automated solutions enter the workforce.
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Recently, a customer came to mk North America with a material handling challenge involving various-sized bolts with four different types of head options. The bolts ranged in size from 6.25-inch to 36.25-inch. The bolts were threaded for either ⅝ or ¾ inch. The common material handling requirement between all of the bolts, 49 types in total, was to control the bolt end opposite of the head.
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Industrial conveyor systems are crucially important for a wide variety of applications and industries. From packaging to printing, food and beverage processing, shipping, manufacturing and more, conveyors are the backbone of numerous industries the world over.
That’s why, for many businesses, finding the right conveyor system manufacturer is so vitally important. Finding and integrating the right conveyor system can be the difference between thriving in a changing marketplace and struggling to keep up.
If you’re looking for a conveyor supplier and manufacturer to meet the demands of your industry, mk North America has the team to call.
Specializing in belt conveyors and pallet conveyors made with versatile, cost-effective t-slot aluminum extrusions, mk also offers sanitary stainless steel conveyors, custom framing systems and factory equipment, and more.
Continue ReadingTransferring products on and off of conveyors, between conveyors, and between conveyors and various other pieces of equipment and processes is one of the timeless challenges of material handling.
Traditional thought centers around the concept of transferring products off the end of the conveyor and onto whatever the next process may be. However, it is possible to transfer off the side of conveyor.
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When it comes to material handling, some situations are tougher than others. High heat, extreme cold, caustic chemicals, corrosive conditions, and more can all contribute to what are called harsh environments.
When you need a conveyor for such an environment, it’s important to know that the system you get will be up to the challenge. That’s why mk North America specializes in the creation of engineered conveyor solutions custom-suited to harsh environments and other special conditions.
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