ML Terminal
FREELY CONFIGURABLE STORAGE PLACE
INTEGRATABLE SETUP STATION
AUTO-INPUT/OUTPUT-MODULE
MODULAR EXPANDABLE
SOFTWARE ASSISTED STORAGE LOGISTICS
SEPARATED RECEPTION/WITHDRAWAL
REELS FROM 7 TO 15 INCHES
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INTEGRATABLE PICK2LIGHT SHELVES
INTEGRATABLE
INTEGRATABLE
SOFTWARE ASSISTED STORAGE
SETUP STATION
PICK2LIGHT SHELVES
LOGISTICS
To ensure a fast setup operation
The shelves are connected with the
Supports the operator during input/
the setup station is integrated into
ML Terminal via software system.
output of reels and during the
the input/output station of the ML
Storage positions can be identified
setup procedure. Output of reels
Terminal
via light signals. Storage locations
in defined sequence of set up list.
are suited for: JEDEC trays,
Statistical analysis like for example
sticks, feeders, tools, stencils,
expected frequency of access,
test fixtures, and many other
inventory functionality or MSL data
accessories.
are optional downloadable.
→ MAXIMUM ADDED VALUE
→ FAST ACCESS
→ MACHINE INTELLIGENCE
MODULAR EXPANDABLE
AUTO-I/O-MODULE
SEPARATED
INPUT/OUTPUT
Due to its modular design the
system is easily expandable and
re-configurable. One or more
reception/withdrawal positions are
possible.
The module enables operators
to store or withdraw reels independent of current setup
operations at the setup station.
To ensure fast access to materials
the system is equipped with
separate reception and withdrawal
stations.
→ FUTURE-ORIENTED
→ ENHANCED EFFICIENCY
→ FAST ACCESS
REELS FROM 7 TO 15 INCHES
FREELY CONFIGURABLE
DRY AIR*
STORAGE PLACE
Depending on the system
Due to a sophisticated design each
By the supply of dry air a controlled
configuration, users can store reels
container can be freely configured
atmosphere of less then <5% (RH)
from 7 to 15 inches diameter and
for any reel size (7“ - 15“ /
will be reached. *Option
8 to 56 mm tape width.
8 mm - 56 mm).
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The ML Terminal
The Manufacturing Logistics Terminal (ML Terminal) is
The system software supports the operator during
used to setup, pick, and provision all components, tools
the setup procedure. It includes a complete enterprise
and other means of production which are required on the
resource planning system (ERP). The software also
SMT shop floor.
manages selection, feed and control of prep carts which
act as a link between terminal and placement machine.
It captivates through its modular design. Within
modules, the storage locations of individual cassettes
The stock management and control system (LVS)
can be arbitrarily configured. The standard module is
provides the user additonally during the set up process.
capable of storing reels from 7 to 15 inches diameter
So any order kit can be created and issued by the bill
and 8 to 56 mm tape width. The terminal is highly
of material. As a connection link between terminal and
configurable to the customer’s needs. Already installed
pick and place machine it can i.e. control a set up cart or
systems can be modified to suit changing requirements
create statistcal evaluations.
of the user.
The ML Terminal features
separate reception and
withdrawal stations.
Optionally, several reception/
withdrawal stations are
possible. Moreover, a multireception/withdrawalmodule can be integrated into
the terminal. This enables
fast reception/withdrawal of
reels independent of setup
operations.
The arrangement of input/
output stations of the
ergonomically designed
integrated setup station
avoids unnecessary nonproductive move time. The
software ensures that the required reels are individually
provided to the operator in the right order. So operator
errors are virtually eliminated. Another significant time
saving relates to the fact that each reel is touched only
once during mounting/dismantling.
The ML Terminal is completely independent of the
machine vendor and can be integrated into any SMT
The system is complemented by Pick2Light shelves.
production floor and raises a significant potential of
The shelves can be integrated into the ML Terminal
streamlining operations. As a consequence, response
or operated standalone, controlled by the terminal
time is lowered and economic efficiency is increased.
software. The location of the shelves is defined by the
requirement of the production line aiming at minimum
Options:
setup times to generate maximal added value.
+ Dry air
+ Inventory function
+ Pick2Light
+ WI-Module
+ Feeder set up
+ MLT-Box
The ML Terminal is a module of the Manufacturing Logistics System - MLS - a vendor indipendent soft and hardware
platform to control and monitor the entire SMT production.