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12 | 1 • 2007 FPM – A new standard for fl exibility ThE FAsTEMs FLExIbLE PALLET MAgAzINE, FPM, Is A coNFIguRAbLE, FLExIbLE MANuFAcTuRINg sysTEM ThAT oFFERs you vERsATILITy IN sIzE, MAchINE NuMbER AND coNTRoL FEATuREs. INTRoDucED AT EMo 2007, ThE NEW gENERATIoN FPM Is READy To ENhANcE youR PRoDucTIvITy WITh sEvERAL NEW FEATuREs. EMO highlights highlights 2007
Th e Flexible Pallet magazine provides a cost eff ective alternative for more fl exibility, when the tailored MLS system seems too big an investment and the FPC container is not quite enough anymore. Based on standard modules with confi gurable options, FPM creates an ideal and easily aff ordable solution for machining workshops to increase their automation level and unmanned production. “FPM is a standard product that ensures fl exibility and expandability,” says Matti Nurminen, R&D Manager of Fastems. “Th is product has been developed to improve the effi ciency of your entire workshop, as it can grow along with your goals from a one to ten machine system, if needed.” made for users A new control system provides FPM users with an easy-to-learn and easy-to-use graphical interface that guides and supports users in their diff erent tasks and manufacturing operations. “Th ese control functions are not only simple to use but also extremely fl exible,” Nurminen emphasises. “Th e control system extends in response to your needs and the same system supports manufacturing of both large batches and single parts.” “A further advantage is the working ergonomics. Th e loading station has been designed to allow users to work in more comfortable and ergonomic positions,” Nurminen continues. matched with production Th e modular system grows together with your production goals – as far as your vision can take you. “At its smallest, the system consists of a machine tool, loading station and storage rack for 12 machine pallets,” Janne Konttila, Product Manager of Fastems points out. “With extension modules you can increase the storage capacity to more than 100 machine pallets and ten machine tools” “Another interesting option is the multi-face machining functionality of the control system, which enables automatic scheduling of parts without the operator’s involvement. Th is allows making the most urgent pieces fi rst and helps minimise the number of required pallets and tools,” Konttila continues. plug and produce “Th e new generation FPM has also been designed with special focus on quick installation and easy maintenance”, Konttila states. “Confi gurable standard modules ensure quick installation and start-up, which means that the investment pay-back starts rapidly,” he states. “As a reliable system, FPM supports preventive maintenance. For in- Matti Nurminen (left ) and Janne Konttila. High usability with a new generation graphical user interface. Th e stacker crane is suitable for modern MCs. stance, easily accessible lubrication points permit servicing without extra disassembly.” “Of course, you can also request Fastems comprehensive service packages and make your easy maintenance no maintenance at all. Th is way you can concentrate solely on your core business,” Konttila concludes. ideal for machine manufacturers Th e FPM’s strengths are evident not only to parts manufacturers but also to machine suppliers who gain the opportunity to easily integrate state-of-the-art pallet automation into their machines. “Th e confi gurable, simple and user-friendly system is easy to supply with diff erent machines for various customers. Th e open control interfaces allow machine suppliers to customise their own functionalities, such as reporting. Also, the exterior appearance can be adapted to the machine supplier’s own colours. When needed we will give full support for integration and training,” Matti Nurminen says, listing benefi ts. FPM off ers an excellent example of Fastems off ering to machine manufacturers. “We want to serve machine suppliers with easy automation integration. In the future, we will put even more emphasis on the features that ensure easy supplier-specifi c customising.” 1 • 2007 | 13
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