Each conveyor system is designed on a project-by-project basis – tailored to specific applications, available space, and existing plant structures in the paint shop and final assembly area.
Conveyor System
Conveying technology for individual applications in the coating process
The factory of the future will be free of rigid operations and processes – the goal is nothing short of serial production with a batch size of 1. This is going to take smart, flexibly adjustable conveyor systems that make it possible to produce a wide variety of car bodies and vehicle models on a single plant. As supplier of a great variety of conveyor systems, we provide complete logistical solutions for automating and linking the internal material flow.
Conveyor technology for efficient and flexible production processes
Conveyor technology encompasses all systems and equipment used for the in-house transport, positioning, and buffering of workpieces, assemblies, or vehicle bodies. In industrial production environments, modern conveyor technology ensures a continuous, reliable flow of materials - from pretreatment to the paint shop and all the way to final assembly. The goal is to efficiently integrate production processes, meet cycle times, and at the same time ensure flexibility to accommodate a wide range of product variants and changing requirements.
Eisenmann's conveyor system solutions are specifically designed for complex coating and assembly processes. They range from classic power & free and chain conveyor systems to electric overhead conveyor systems, as well as skidless and driverless transport systems.
All systems are customized to meet our customers' specific requirements with regard to workpiece sizes and geometries and are also adapted to their production processes. Eisenmann also offers solutions for seamless integration of conveyor systems into new plants or existing production sites.
E-MOVER
Flexible, Scalable, Sustainable
During a consistent further development of the skidless paint shop, Eisenmann has introduced the E-Mover, an automated guided vehicle designed for special applications in the car body coating process. It can be configured either as a E-Mover Paint for the skidless transport of car bodies through the paint shop processes or as a E-Mover Store for scalable surface storage. The technology of the E-Mover facilitates the transport of loads up to 1,500 kg. It can move omnidirectionally, allowing for the most compact travel styles throughout the overall process. The built-in LiDAR system provides orientation by measuring its surroundings, generating a 360-degree protective field and ensuring safety for people in terms of collision protection.
The E-Mover is compatible with various types of batteries. Recharging takes place without contact after the end of the shift at the latest, with an efficiency of 93%.
E-MOVER PAINT
Maximum Scalability and Efficiency In The Coating Process
Usually, car bodies are transported through the paint shop on a steel slide (skid). The E-Mover Paint provides the driverless transport of the car body through the overall coating process without a skid. The skid no longer needs to be heated up and cooled down unnecessarily during the coating process. It is resource-saving and thus sustainable.
E-MOVER STORE
Designing Versatile and Cost-Effective Storage Areas
In addition to the functions of the E-Mover Paint, the E-Mover Store is equipped with an integrated lifting device. It drives under the car bodies, lifts them, and transports them to a specified destination, either with or without a skid.
The concept of the E-Mover Store considers the utilization of any available free space, thereby creating a scalable storage area that offers the greatest possible flexibility for area relocations and capacity changes.
E-LOC VARIO
Basis Of Skidless Conveyor Technology with High Savings Potential
E-Loc Vario is an innovative and fail-safe conveyor system that combines several tried-and-tested technologies, forming the basis for the development of a skidless paint shop. Equipped with its own drive, the E-Loc Vario dynamically travels through the entire paint shop along a rail installed at floor level—without any heavy skids. The elimination of skids allows for reduced energy consumption in the curing process, making it resource-saving. In case of subsequent conversions, E-Loc Vario remains flexibly deployable, as an upgrade of the system is easy to implement, and the locs can be used in any place. E-Loc Vario ensures a high level of flexibility in changing capacity management.
E-CONVEYOR PENDULUM
Simple & Robust Conveyor System in The Pretreatment Process
The E-Conveyor Pendulum is a simple and robust dip coating system for car bodies in pretreatment and cathodic dip coating plants. The car bodies are continuously transported through the dip tanks with the roof up. In this system, the immersion and lifting movements of the car bodies are rigidly determined by the deflection of the carrying chains.
E-CONVEYOR P&F
Smooth Material Flow in A Wide Variety Of Production Facilities
Power & Free conveyor systems allow different plant areas to be traversed individually at functionally adapted speeds. Whether stacking, clocked, or continuous transport, E-Conveyor P&F allows for transferfree linked intralogistics without System changes. The conveyor system enables an energy-efficient, economical, and flexible direct connection of the coating process to upstream and downstream zones.
E-CONVEYOR iP&F
Flexible Transport of Light-Weight Loads
The 'inverted' conveyor system E-Conveyor iP&F installed at floor level combines the benefits of floor-mounted circular conveyors, multi-track spindle conveyors, and skid conveyors with those of conventional Power & Free overhead conveyors. Despite its outstanding flexibility, it requires fewer drives and control components. The compact dual-rail system can be cost-effectively integrated into wet paint and powder coating lines. Variable travel modes and speeds increase the flexibility of coating systems compared to systems with conventional circular conveyors, as they may vary depending on the process and the transport task.
E-CONVEYOR CHAIN
Simple Conveyor System for The Paint Shop and Production
The mechanically simple structure of the circular conveyor E-Conveyor Chain is based on a rigid plate-link chain, guaranteeing reliable function and a long service life. The variable system allows for several chain pitches, creating individually optimal hanger pitches. Additionally, it is resistant to dirt, moisture, and temperatures of up to 250°C without any problems. Its simple control concept provides the option of integrating further intelligent material flow systems, creating overall solutions that are cost-effective and economical regarding capital expenditure and operating costs.
E-CONVEYOR SPINDLE
Versatile Transport Options in The Wheel Coating Process
The E-Conveyor Spindle is primarily utilized in plastic coating systems and the wheel coating process. In large, complex (wheel) coating systems, the various conveyor circles are connected by transmission robots. This configuration ensures that the different requirements of the coating and drying cycle are met in full. Versions with ascending and descending slopes are possible, for example, for energy-saving paint curing ovens with A-lock.
E-CONVEYOR EMS
Flexible interlinking of production lines and transport routes
In the paint shop, the use of electrified monorail systems (EMS) is optimal for protective underbody coating lines. Our E-Conveyor EMS systems feature their own chassis controls, with which stop positions and times can be implemented based on car body type if necessary. Furthermore, the E-Conveyor EMS runs quietly and boasts extremely precise stopping accuracy. The full potential is reached in combination with an optional oscillating hanger. It allows the car body to be rotated on both sides by up to 110° in manual workstations, making it possible to work ergonomically.
E-CONVEYOR MH
Compact & Robust Heavy-Duty System For Coating System and Assembly
The Moveable Hoist system E-Conveyor MH was specifically designed to ensure the process-reliable transport of large and heavy loads through surface treatment and assembly. As a standard, the trolley set is rated for the transport of parts up to 10,000 kg in weight. The modular conveyor system can move both longitudinally and transversely, consisting of passive trolleys and transfer bridges. This means it adapts to all tasks. The stationary frequency-controlled motors of the drives provide gentle acceleration and braking, as well as a variable start-up of the various plant areas.
CONVEYOR SYSTEM FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY
E-CONVEYOR CHAIN XL
Ergonomic and safe operation in final assembly is paramount.
Our heavy-duty electric monorail systems is the ideal conveyor system for car bodies in final assembly, regardless of whether for compact cars, SUVs, multivans, or vans. The integrated chain hoist ensures an ergonomic working height in every station. This reliable and low-maintenance system offers very high payloads with very low weight. Replacing other conveyor systems with the chain hoist often allows for achieving significantly higher payloads at a lower cost without the need for complex reinforcement of the hall roof structure. The system’s redundant design provides maximum safety.
E-MOVER ASSEMBLY
Versatile Installation Platform in the Smart Factory
The E-Mover Assembly is based on the technology of the E-Mover. Its compact design allows for precise, Wi-Fi-controlled backing up to the flat, pitiless platforms in final assembly. Since no intermediate treads are required, the E-Mover Assembly creates synchronous product movements and ergonomically advantageous working conditions that can be verified. The use of the E-Mover Assembly not only has a positive impact on operating costs but also eliminates the need for pits, creating potential savings on buildings and ensuring long-term flexibility, as subsequent conversions can be easily implemented.
Conveyor technology from Eisenmann: Your benefits at a glance
At Eisenmann, we know that conveyor systems are part of a comprehensive plant design concept. Each solution is custom-designed to meet specific process requirements, workpiece characteristics, cycle times, and production environments, with the goal of ensuring long-term efficiency, flexibility, and operational reliability. In doing this we use standard components, which ensure easy maintenance and a long service life for the customer.
Individual designs instead of standard solutions
High-level expertise
Eisenmann has many years of experience in the planning, design, and implementation of conveyor systems in complex production environments. We work with our customers to develop transportation solutions that optimally integrate the entire process chain.
A wide portfolio from a single source
From classic power-&-free and chain conveyor systems to electric overhead conveyor systems, skidless, and driverless conveyor technology: Eisenmann offers a broad portfolio of solutions for transporting workpieces with a wide variety of geometries and payloads at customized throughput rates across various industries.
Great energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Operating and maintenance costs can be sustainably reduced thanks to optimized operating procedures, the elimination of skids, the use of energy-efficient drive systems, and the use of standard components that are well-established in the market.
Future-oriented, modular systems
The conveyor system has a modular design and allows for easy expansions, modifications, or capacity adjustments – even during operation.
Frequently asked questions about conveyor technology in paint shops &
final assembly
What is industrial conveyor technology?
Conveyor technology encompasses all technical systems used for the in-house transport, positioning, and buffering of workpieces, assemblies, or vehicle bodies. In the paint shop, it ensures a reliable and efficient flow of materials between pretreatment, the paint shop, and final assembly.
What type of conveyor equipment is suitable for paint shops?
Depending on the process step, various material handling systems are used in paint shops, including rail-guided conveyor systems, power-&-free systems, electric overhead conveyor systems, and automated guided vehicles. The selection depends, among other things, on cycle times, workpiece weights, process requirements, and the plant layout.
What is the advantage of skidless conveyor technology?
Skidless conveyor technology eliminates the need for heavy steel skids and transports car bodies or components directly. This reduces energy consumption, investment costs, and maintenance costs. At the same time, it allows for more flexibility in terms of product variety, modifications, and capacity adjustments.
When does it make sense to use automated guided vehicle systems?
Automated guided vehicles are particularly well-suited for flexible production environments with varying process flows, floor space utilization, or production volumes. They allow for a free flow of materials without a fixed route and can be easily integrated into existing systems.
Can conveyor systems be integrated into existing production plants?
Yes. Modern conveyor technology has a modular design and can be both integrated into new facilities and retrofitted into existing production lines. The goal is to optimize existing processes without changing workflows or unnecessarily disrupting ongoing operations.
What role does conveyor technology play in final assembly?
In the final assembly stage, conveyor systems ensure ergonomic working conditions, safe load handling, and synchronized product movement. Adjustableand flexible systems accommodate different vehicle types and assembly requirements within a single production line, according to our customers’ needs.
How do you choose the right conveyor system?
The design of the conveyor system is based on key parameters such as workpiece weight, dimensions, cycle time,process requirements, available space, and the desired level of automation. All these parameters are used as the basis for our design of a customized conveyor system.
For which industries does Eisenmann offer conveyor solutions?
Eisenmann's conveyor systems are frequently used in the automotive industry, but are also suitable for other industries with complex coating, assembly, or logistics processes in which a precise and reliable flow of materials is critical.
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