New Panasonic Auto Setting Feeder Brings Autonomous SMT Production One Step Closer
The Panasonic Auto Setting Feeder is a breakthrough in automated parts supply with automatic loading improving work efficiencies by reducing labour and loss rate while enhancing daily operations on the shop floor.
Munich, DE. 3rd September 2024 – Panasonic Factory Solutions today introduced its new Auto Setting Feeder (ASF) taking a significant step towards autonomous SMT production. Automatic setting and loading are key aspects of automating the supply of parts in the production process. In an industry-first, the Panasonic ASF technology automates setting and loading reducing set time drastically and removing the need for human intervention.
Components can be smoothly inserted into the production line without requiring operator skills to physically connect the old component reel with the new reel using splices, tapes and clips. Feed speed and accuracy are significantly increased with up to 60 seconds saved per session.
Automated material supply
The ASF automatically peels off the cover tape for feeding surface-mounted components ranging from a width of 4mm to 104 mm. The loading unit then automatically feeds the next tape and refills as required. This enables customers to maintain uptime with predictive maintenance scheduling, reduce work effort and loss rate as well as increase placement and utilisation rates.
The ASF is part of the latest Panasonic NPM G Series and compatible with previous NPM and X-Series. The NPM G Series is an integrated range of Surface Mounted Technology (SMT) production systems designed to respond in real-time to customer supply and demand changes through continuous, autonomous updates – helping to make the autonomous factory a reality.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated production to improve processes, the G-Series includes the Auto Setting Feeder, the NPM-GP / L Stencil Printer and the NPM-GH Pick and Place machine that enable customers to set up individual, flexible, efficient, and economical production lines.
"Our factory automation technologies help customers to take a significant step towards 24-hour manufacturing. As supply chain challenges continue to be a major concern for businesses around the world, assembly lines need to respond to sudden changes at any time of the day. The ASF is a game-changer by enabling them to increase efficiencies, stop splicing and keep production running."
Factory Solutions Marketing Manager
Panasonic Connect Europe
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