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MPS® Transfer Factory
The factory module for research and training
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MPS® Transfer Factory
From transfer system to convertible factory
A modular system par excellence
Our decades of experience in the
construction of modular learning
factories is reflected in many of the
details of an MPS® Transfer Factory.
All cells and functional modules are
equipped with the very latest industrial technology. The concept and
equipment demonstrate our innovative approach. The result:
Every MPS® Transfer Factory can be
reconfigured in minutes – depending on the learning situation – and
turned into a convertible factory.
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Patented material flow
The passive workpiece holder routing is a patented development by
our engineers. The unique option of
using the Transfer Factory cells individually or in a network with no additional work is based on this development.
–– Workpiece holders can circulate
within a cell.
–– Commissioning the subsystems
is no problem.
–– Subprocesses can be isolated
without modifying the software.
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Added value for PLC training
The modular production system
MPS® is primarily notable for its interfaces. The Transfer Factory control panels clearly highlight the value of a cleverly designed interface.
For example, the control panels for
the individual cells can be equipped
with 4 mm safety sockets, simulation
switches and a socket for the laptop.
This turns the cell in a stand-alone
local PLC laboratory.
Leaning from two sides
The double-sided construction of the
cells facilitates different scenarios
for group work:
–– Students can work independently
on the two sides on one section of
the belt each.
–– The two belt sections in a cell are
linked to form a complete belt rotation system by the workpiece holder routing concept. This results in a
complex cell for group work.
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Flexible layout
The standardised cells can be positioned differently. A laboratory made
up of individual workstations can
very quickly be turned into one or
more production lines focusing on
different areas of automation.
The content is inside the module
The individually, variably connectable functional modules determine
the learning content on the station.
Topics such as drive technology, control engineering, sequencing or operating mode programming can be
found in the following functional
modules:
–– Stacking magazine and turning
handling modules
–– Drilling and CNC engraving
­processing modules
–– Press module
–– Pad printing and drying modules
–– Camera inspection testing module
Systematic modularity
MPS® Transfer Factory – the name is
an accurate description. The basic
features of the MPS® transfer system characterise the appearance of
the system.
–– Wide transfer belt for pallet transportation
–– Functional modules above the belt
–– Variable system layout, providing
freedom for designing individual,
partner and group workstations
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MPS® Transfer Factory
The concept in detail
Intelligent grid
The cell grid enables different production layouts to be set up so that
simple, straight production lines,
branches or corner arrangements
(90°) can quickly be realised. Individual cells can be replaced in a matter of minutes. The production line in
an MPS® Transfer Factory system is
­actually a convertible factory.
Cells on wheels
All MPS® Transfer Factory cells are
equipped with rollers. This enables
them to be freely positioned in the
laboratory without tools or lifting
trucks.
Optimum connections
The cells are supplied by a special
system cable. Rewiring, fitting new
tubing or additional installations
are not required when changing the
layout. This saves valuable training
time and the laboratory remains free
of additional supply ducts and trip
hazards.
RFID process control
The product performs process control in the MPS® Transfer Factory.
To achieve this, the workpieces and
controllers are equipped with RFID
technology.
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Modular control concept
The controllers in the MPS® Transfer
Factory cells have a modular design.
All control components are housed in
the cell control cabinets:
–– Controllers with Profibus or
­Profinet networking
–– ProfiSafe components
–– Drive components such as frequency converters, contactor controllers
and servo controllers
The production line can be operated
with and without a master control
system.
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Systematic variety
The exceptional flexibility of an
MPS® Transfer Factory system is
based on the basic design of its
cells, which is always identical:
dimensions, track rollers, control
cabinet, conveyor, control console,
system cable.
A single cell provides two conveyor sections and thus represents the
­basis for a complete subsystem.
The production cell with branch
opens up the door to new layouts.
It can be used as an independent
system and be fitted with all functional modules.
The robot cells are equipped with
everything necessary for industrial robotics training. Completely
­enclosed and with safety doors, they
provide totally safe working: Hot
topics such as camera-supported
­assembly, the use of interchangeable
gripper systems, palletising, camera
tracking etc. can be dealt with in a
practical way using a robot cell.
There are hardly any limits on how
the cells can be combined and the
possible layouts. The functional
modules available now and in the
future make every MPS® Transfer
Factory into a learning system with
the best opportunities for the future.
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Customised solutions
MPS® Transfer Factory
Requirements analysis
Standard solutions might seem like
a good value at first glance, but at
­Festo we focus on the long-term
­benefit for the customer. That’s why
a qualified requirements analysis is performed before each MPS®
Transfer Factory quotation. In this
analysis, experienced project advisors ­discuss the expectations for
the new training equipment with the
­customer and share insights from
everyday use in order to avoid poor
­investments.
Consulting
On the basis of the requirements
analysis, the customer receives expert advice about the suitable training equipment. Our primary objective
here is to meet the customer’s goals,
irrespective of the product range. Because Festo cooperates with a number of renowned partners, we will
design the optimal solution for you.
Festo is a Siemens Automation solution partner.
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Engineering service
Festo’s experienced technicians and
engineers are specialists in planning and equipping learning systems
and have at their disposal powerful,
state-of-the-art tools. PLC and robot
programming systems, simulation
systems, EPLAN and CAD programs
are effective tools for translating
customer requirements into r­ eality.
­Festo will help you to implement
your ideas - quickly, reliably and
cost-effectively.
System integration
Existing system parts can often be
integrated as subsystems, provided
suitable interfaces are available. This
protects earlier investments.
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Customised training
You know your strengths – and your
weaknesses. Festo gives you the
­opportunity to define your training
profile. The result? A training course
tailored to your exact personal
­requirements:
–– Communication
–– Robotics
–– Simulation
–– Vision system
–– PLC programming
–– Fieldbus
–– RFID technology
–– System simulation
–– Troubleshooting
Upgrade
Festo offers planning reliability and
continuity. Systems can be gradually
expanded and updated over a number of years. Give us a call – Festo is
happy to assist you with your stageby-stage project planning.
MPS® Transfer Factory –
the modular mechatronics system
for learning factories
Festo’s years of experience in designing mechatronic learning systems were the inspiration for creating a modular system for excellent
mechatronics training. Not only mechatronics technicians benefit from
the system flexibility.
The MPS® Transfer Factory is used
as a learning platform for production
and automation technology, robotics,
and of course mechatronics.
Worldwide references
Universities, colleges and vocational training schools around the world
are benefiting from the unique MPS®
Transfer Factory system concept. Detailed information on these projects
can be found on the Internet:
www.festo-didactic.com
under the heading Services
➔ References
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Learning factory and
mechatronics laboratory
Four trainees – two on each side –
can work at one basic cell without
trouble. The six basic cells thus allow
all relevant mechatronics fundamentals to be taught to up to 24 trainees
at the same time in the field of PLC
programming, drive technology, sensor technology, and safety engineering. The topics of handling technology, robotics, vision systems, RFID
and quality assurance are reinforced
with the production modules and the
automatic warehouse.
MPS® Transfer Factory mechatronics
consisting of:
–– Application modules: magazine,
drilling, vision inspection, turning,
printing, drying
–– 6x basic module
–– 1x automatic warehouse
–– 1x robot assembly cell with 6-axis
articulated arm robot RV-4FL with
gripper exchange system and camera support
–– 1x robot picking cell with SCARA
robot
–– 1x SCADA system
–– 1x programming and simulation
package
Mechatronics technicians are successfully trained using this concept
at BBS Brinkstraße in Osnabrück.
Learning factory for
production engineering
A complete production process can
be easily modelled using the MPS®
Transfer Factory cells. Many different
assembly lines can be quickly created just by rearranging – no reprogramming necessary! The learning
factory demonstrates typical topics
and methods for planning and optimising production, as well as value
stream analyses and value stream
mapping, in practical applications.
MPS® Transfer Factory
assembly line consisting of:
–– 3x basic module
–– 1x branch module
–– 4x manual workstation
–– 1x vision inspection module
–– 1x automatic warehouse
–– 1x robot assembly cell with 6-axis
articulated arm robot RV-2SDB with
gripper exchange system and camera support
–– 1x SCADA system
–– 1x programming and simulation
package
Beginning engineers at the Hochschule Fulda already benefit from
this concept on their MPS® Transfer
­Factory assembly line.
Robotics laboratory
A complete, cellular robotics laboratory with a wide range of robot types
can be created with the MPS® Transfer Factory. Each cell is operated in
stand-alone operation or in combination with several cells.
With the MPS® Transfer Factory robotics, DHBW Mannheim allows its
students to simulate, program and
commission various robot systems.
MPS® Transfer Factory robotics
consisting of:
–– 1x robot assembly cell with 6-­axis
articulated arm robot RV-4FL with
gripper exchange system and
­camera support
–– 1x robot picking cell with SCARA
robot and belt tracking function
–– 1x automatic warehouse with
Cartesian robot system
–– 1x SCADA system
–– 1x programming and simulation
package
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United States
Festo Didactic Inc.
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07724 Eatontown
New Jersey
Tel. +1 (732) 938-2000
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Québec, Québec, G2N 2K7
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E-mail: [email protected]
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