Another month, another blog! This month, we’re excited to introduce our latest project: Grease Cup Installation to Transmission. In this post, we’ll break down how we’ve designed and manufactured a semi-automatic station for grease cup installation.
In this project, SK engineered key components of the station. Here's a step-by-step guide to the process:
- The pallet carrying the transmission is moved into the station via a conveyor.
- A locking mechanism secures the pallet. A servo motor then engages with the pallet and rotates the transmission by 90 degrees.
- The operator manually places the grease cup onto a Mandrel attached to the servo press. The press, mounted on a sliding C-Frame, moves along rails using a cylinder.
- Once the servo press is activated, the C-Frame moves, and the servo press installs the grease cup on the transmission.
- Spring cushioning minimizes vibrational shock during rotation making sure the operation runs smoothly.
- Trays hold grease cups for easy access, allowing the operator to load them onto the Mandrel.
- Safety light devices and safety fencing are integrated to provide security, making it safe for operators to work at this semi-automatic station.
Converting manual processes to semi-automatic solutions is proof of increased efficiency. We’re eager to keep advancing in machine design and manufacturing.