Vibration Bowl Feeder Soundproof Enclosure Bowl Feeder Vibrator Machine

1 . Descriptions:

Vibratory bowl feeders are vital for improving manufacturing processes by enhancing speed, efficiency, and lead time. To ensure their effective support, proper maintenance is essential. Here are some tips to optimize their efficiency:

Maintain Fill Level: The bowl feeder's main function is to orient parts to the production line. To achieve this, it's crucial to maintain an appropriate fill level. Avoid low fill levels with few remaining parts, as they hinder feeder function. Similarly, avoid overfilling or under-filling, as it reduces feeder efficiency. Consistently maintaining an optimal fill level is key.

Utilize Storage Hopper: If parts need to be stored before feeding into the bowl, consider using a storage hopper. This ensures only the required number of parts are passed into the feeder for orientation. It helps maintain the proper fill level and prevents overloading or underloading.

Test New Equipment: When upgrading with new equipment like a hopper or bowl feeder, ensure compatibility with your specific process. Manufacturers often test equipment with sample components to confirm suitability. This guarantees optimal performance and efficiency for your manufacturing process.

By adhering to these tips, you can maintain the efficiency of your vibratory bowl feeding system, ensuring smooth operation and improved overall manufacturing process.

2 . Specifications:

3 . Solving Common Vibratory Feeder Problems:

Problem 1: Intermittent Operation

The vibratory feeder experiences issues with running continuously for long periods of time. It also struggles to maintain consistent amplitude levels, occasionally increasing its amplitude without any apparent cause.

Solution 1:

The most common reason for this problem is a failing SCR controller. It is recommended to have a spare controller readily available to address this issue promptly.

Problem 2: Decrease in Feed Rate

A decrease in the feed rate can be attributed to various factors such as cracked springs, loose feet, rusting, a broken weld seam, or the absence of a bowl cover.

Solution 2:

Cracked springs are often difficult to detect visually. To check for cracks, remove the spring and forcefully throw it onto a concrete floor. If it breaks, it indicates a crack and should be replaced.

Ensure that the rubber feet of the feeder are tightened properly. Inspect them for cuts or excessive hardness. If any issues are present, consider replacing the feet.

Inspect rusted components. If salvageable, disassemble the parts, remove the rust, clean them thoroughly, and reassemble the drive unit. Applying rust-protecting lubricants will help prevent future rusting.

A broken weld seam may occur when the armature hits the coil. If feasible, re-weld the seam; otherwise, it is advisable to replace the coil.

Make sure that the bowl feeder's cover is securely in place and properly tightened. This will ensure that the feeder's amplitude is not adversely affected. Always keep the bowl covered during operation.

To maintain the vibratory feeder's optimal condition, it is recommended to establish a maintenance schedule. Calculate the average time and workload the feeder handles in a year, and based on that, develop a maintenance plan, whether it's monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, or annual.

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Suzhou Best Bowl Feeder Automation Euioment Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in design,R&D, manufacturing, sales and service of vibratory bowl feeders and non-standard automation equipment. lt is located at the coast of Taihu Lake Suzhou City. The products mainly include vibratory bowl feeder, parts feeder, linear feeder, linear hopper, elevator hopper etc. Our products certified CE and now fully adopted the ISO9001 international quality management system. We adhere to the philosophy of "Best Products to Customers, Best Life to Employees, Best Reward to the Society", and has won customers' support at home and abroad. We have more than 10 R&D staff and reached the international leading level in R&D capability, technical skill, production capacity, quality etc. At present, our factory covers an area of more than 3,000 square meters. Equipped with professional automation workshops and teams, and 20 years of experience in automatic equipment feeding systems, we are able to provide you first-class non-standard automatic solutions.