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• FIXED AUTOMATION
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• FLEXIBLE AUTOMATION
PROGRAMMABLE AUTOMATION
• Features of programmable automation
• High demand.
• Stable product design.
• Long product life.
• Multiple operations performed.
Introduction
• An automated flow line consists of several machines or
workstations which are linked together by work handling
devices that transfer parts between the stations.
Automated flow lines provide following benefits if
above applications are satisfied.
• Low amount of direct labor.
• Low product cost.
• High production rate.
• Minimal work-in-process & production lead time.
• Minimal use of factory floor space.
Automated Flow Line
Automated flow line
configurations
• In – line
• Segmented in – line
• Rotary
Automated flow line
configurations
• In – line
• L – shaped
• U – shaped
• Rectangular shaped
Automated flow line
configurations
Segmented in - line
Automated flow line
configurations
• Rotary
Workpart TRANSPORT