Faster, more efficient changeovers

Improving the speed and efficiency of product changeovers on multi-product lines is what Sick UK's new RapCo system, launched at Total 2013, is all about. It is claimed to offer a reliable, automated solution to protect product quality while boosting productivity.

The RapCo system is the latest innovation from Sick's range of sensors and sensing systems for factory automation. It promises to speed up product changes by adjusting mechanical stops automatically through an integrated package of sensors, drives, a controller, display and cabling. Simple to operate, all RapCo's settings can be configured via a display and no knowledge of programmable logic control programming is needed. The result is a system with batch-specific settings that achieves speed and repeatability while reducing rejects.

Sick will also demonstrate its new deTec4 safety light curtain. With a space saving, robust IP67 design, the deTec4 has no blind zones, offering optimum positioning and protection against unsafe access. It is easy to install and commission with an automatic range measurement of up to 10m.

Contact: Sick UK