The compact and modular Bimeric system is especially beneficial for small and medium batch sizes, and where many part variants are present. Offering flow from raw material to installation-ready assemblies, users can achieve consistently high product quality and save on the need for additional machines, reports the company. The latest servo and control technology ensure process reliability and short set-up times, and allows users to react flexibly and quickly to customer requirements.
Equipped with standardised processing modules – material feeder, press unit, forming units and pick and place units – the Bimeric can accommodate a large variety of sub-assemblies for industries such as automotive, electronics and HVAC. For most product and version changes, only the component-specific tool parts are changed on the respective processing units. After, users can simply invoke the production parameters programmed into the VC 1 control system. If additional process steps are required for further applications, Bihler offers standard servo-controlled processing modules for welding, tapping, fastening and more. The clear division of individual processing stations ensures accessibility for retrofitting and maintenance operations.
With the integrated VariControl VC 1 control platform, even the most complex automation solutions can be handled comfortably and intuitively on the Bimeric, says Bihler. All machine functions, as well as the number of axes and axis movements, are configured directly at the controller without the need for external programming devices. Changeover procedures are completed easily on the customised menu and are 100% reproducible. The bASSIST multimedia diagnostic and online help system supports operators with videos and graphics, and allows users to optimise processes at any time.
