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ACEflexfeeder

Compact part buffer and feeding system with vision-guided robot for multiple part variants.

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Vision-Guided Part Feeding

The standard ACEflexfeeder Automation platform is one of the most flexible, cost-effective part feed systems for multiple part variants. Its compact design combines a part hopper, belt infeed conveyor, angled return conveyor, vision camera, and robot into a single integrated system.

The ACEflexfeeder can run single or multiple part variants and accommodates a wide range of part sizes and shapes. One robot can service 1, 2, 3, or 4 flex feeders, scaling throughput to match your production needs.

Belt color options ensure a robust vision camera system, and parts tumble twice on the angled return conveyor to change orientation — giving the vision system the best chance to identify and pick every part.

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Core System Components

Part Hopper

Varying sizes with belt driven or vibratory feed. Includes part separation tooling fingers and part stack elimination tooling for reliable singulation.

Belt Infeed Conveyor

Varying widths and lengths with belt color options for robust vision performance. Includes side guide rails and transition gravity chute.

Angled Return Conveyor

Cleated and flat belts where parts tumble twice to change orientation — giving the vision system multiple opportunities to find a pickable part.

Vision Camera & Lighting

Application-specific vision camera and lighting. Supports Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc IR-Vision, and Dalsa systems for reliable part identification.

Robot with EOAT

Gripper, vacuum, or magnetic end-of-arm tooling. Single or multiple part pick-up with automatic changeover options available.

Welded Frame & Controls

Welded frame and legset with Robot Controller and Teach Pendant or Allen Bradley/Siemens PLC & HMI. Ethernet IP communication standard.

Configuration Options

The ACEflexfeeder platform offers a wide range of options to match your specific part feeding requirements and production environment.

  • One robot for 1, 2, 3, or 4 flex feeders
  • Belt color options for robust vision camera system
  • EOAT options: gripper, vacuum, or magnetic
  • Single or multiple part pick-up
  • Automatic EOAT changeover
  • Hopper sizes and part separation tooling
  • Part stack elimination tooling
  • Infeed conveyor side guide rails
  • Transition gravity chute
  • Micro-buffer fixture plates
  • Application-specific vision camera & lighting
  • Safety guarding available upon request
What Problems ACEflexfeeder Solves

Multiple Part Variants

Run single or multiple part variants on the same system without manual changeover, reducing downtime and increasing flexibility on the production floor.

Bulk Part Feeding

Automatically feed and orient bulk parts from a hopper to a robot pick zone — eliminating the need for manual part presentation and dedicated bowl feeders.

Scalable Throughput

One robot can service up to four flex feeders, allowing you to scale throughput and buffer capacity to match your production demands without additional robots.

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