Industrial shuttle for transporting heavy components
In automotive manufacturing, swift and reliable transport of subassemblies or entire car bodies from one workstation to another is crucial for maintaining production efficiency. Engineers often face challenges related to high payloads and tight timelines, requiring specialized transportation systems.
Transport subassemblies quickly and efficiently
The KS Lift-and-Carry Shuttle by KUKA is designed to handle heavy loads, transporting individual subassemblies or entire car bodies with ease. Its high traversing velocity and compact design allow for seamless integration into existing production lines, minimizing obstructions. Utilizing standardized components, the shuttle provides an efficient and low-maintenance solution. Key automotive manufacturers such as BMW, Daimler, Ford, Opel, and Volkswagen rely on this system. The shuttle features lifting and lowering times of about two seconds each, and horizontal transport times ranging from three to six seconds, ensuring quick transitions between workstations. The overall efficiency is further enhanced by its modular structure, which can support between four and ten stations, and optimized motion profiles tailored to customer requirements.
Benefits
- High payload capacity of 500 kg
- Rapid transport with lifting/lowering times of about two seconds
- Modular structure with customizable station spacing
- Low operating costs due to single motor usage
- Used by major automotive manufacturers globally