Fuji pick and place
Fuji pick and place machine sure that we will be able to combine our model III with it.“ Another difference to the old system is the design. Whereas the operators had to travel to both long sides of the old system to check and reload blister rolls, the new system keeps everything on just one side. This means that the operator only has to monitor a six-and-a-half-meter front. The line can also be positioned closer to the wall of the hall, which creates space for additional machines and options. Blister rollers are also positioned higher on the NXT III. The increased ergonomics mean that the operator no longer has to bend down to place a roll in the appropriare as flexible as the system. If their performance is no longer sufficient, a head of this type can be easily swapped for a more powerful one. It is also possible to use heads with special capabilities such as adhesive heads that apply SMD adhesive. The exchange is possible from production to production, allowing the company to adapt the machine to new needs in the future. One aspect that convinced Christian Gillmann is the compatibility of the different series. Modules from the current ”NXT III“ series can be integrated into older ”NXT II“ type systems. ”When Fuji launches the 'NXT IV‘ version, we can be Zusammenfassung Ein Embedded-Spezialist erneuerte in den vergangenen Monaten Teile seiner SMD-Fertigungslinie und arbeitete dabei eng mit einem Hersteller von SMD-Bestückungsautomaten zusammen, um eine modulare, präzise und wartungsfreundliche Lösung zu erhalten. Résumé Au cours des derniers mois, un spécialiste intégré a renouvelé certaines parties de sa ligne de fabrication SMD et a collaboré, dans ce cadre, étroitement avec un fabricant d’automates d’assemblage SMD pour trouver une solution modulaire, précise avec une maintenance aisée. Резюме За последние месяцы специалист в области встраиваемых систем обновил части своей производственной линии SMD, работая в тесном сотрудничестве с производителем оборудования для монтажа компонентов SMD. В результате было реализовано модульное, точное и простое в обслуживании решение. Source: Fuji Europe ate holder. This is important with regard to demographic change, as Christian Gillmann emphasizes: ”This was decisive for us, because you have to be able to work well on the line, even if you are older.“ The design also ensures easy maintenance. This means that heads are quickly replaced not only in the event of a change in configuration, but also in the event of a fault. ”In just ten minutes, the exchange is completed,“ explains Gillmann, ”This brings a very high level of safety.“ He underlines, ”The exchange can be carried out by our own technicians. Fuji only needs to supply the head.” In general, the manufacturer provides its customers with everything they need to have more autonomy: Detailed maintenance instructions and specifications on equipment service intervals. Garz & Fricke can even carry out repairs or annual maintenance on their own. Fuji is also one of the few to supply maintenance tools. This refers, for example, to a machine for cleaning the placement heads. The head is hooked into this machine and then automatically rinsed and cleaned. Gillmann: ”Fuji is really unique with this.“ Handling and support After a good three years of planning and implementation, Garz & Fricke is also convinced of Fuji‘s handling and support. Gillmann reports that plans and specifications were modified during the twoyear planning phase: ”Fuji always listened to us and implemented our suggestions. They also provided valuable input in terms of best practices to help us optimize our systems and workflow. They supported us along the way to build the most efficient new SMD line possible.” After completion of the planning, the structured procedure on the part of Fuji remained in place. They advised on IT matters and supported Garz & Fricke during the roll-out of the necessary software. ”That means we didn‘t lose that time,“ Christian Gillmann recalls, ”When the line was set up here, we were already equipped and could say the information technology part was probably running at 99 percent.“ The Hamburg team was satisfied when 36 EPP Europe » 04|2021
the new system was delivered. In advance, the manufacturer sent detailed information about the packaging of the solution. Gillmann: ”We knew at all times not only how big the case was. We also knew which forklift was needed and what load it had to lift. That can actually cause problems when delivering machines if you don‘t get those details. Fuji did an excellent job of providing it to us.“ A service technician was also on hand to help throughout the installation, even during the first days of production when the employees had questions. Christian Gillmann is pleased with the communication with Fuji. Communication with Japan was managed by Fuji Europe. ”When we had requests for the software, these were also implemented – once even within just two weeks, including import into our systems. That‘s quite unique when a Japanese manufacturer directly implements such requirements to a German company – simply because electronics production is mainly focused on the Asian market.“ Future prospects Garz & Fricke now sees itself well equipped for the years ahead. After all, the specialist guarantees that the single board computers will be available for a decade. This and the shortest possible delivery times are assured. In addition, the pick and place machine enables a new type of traceability of the components used. The company can document production all the way down to the individual blister roll. In the event of a damaged component, they can now ensure traceability down to the assembly level. Source: Fuji Europe Fuji bearing system Conclusion: a successful future Excellent support from planning to commissioning, high operator and maintenance friendliness, flexibility and sustainable operation – Garz & Fricke is satisfied with its decision. Already in 2020, they have been able to run approximately 30 percent more production batches through the system and thus supply more customers. As planned, the embedded specialist has been able to reduce throughput times, explains Christian Gillmann: ”If we used to finish a batch within a week, we can now do it in a day.“ www.fuji-euro.de; www.garz-fricke.com ‹ Process control by KY realtime monitoring ‹ User-friendly library manager for local access to global database Koh Young Europe GmbH Industriegebiet Süd E4 63755 Alzenau Tel. +49 (0)6188 9935663 E-mail: europe@kohyoung.com www.kohyoung.com ‹ Improvement of processes through data EPP Europe » 04|2021 37
