25% reduction in drive energy requirements for day-to-day operations
Keeping energy consumption under control is a major – and cost-intensive – challenge for intralogistics facilities. Thanks to the use of high-performance plastics, the new Swivel Wheel comfort assembly helps to significantly enhance energy efficiency. “With the sole exception of the ball bearing, this crucial structural component is made entirely from high-performance plastics,” explains Chiara Steiner, who heads the Product Management department at faigle Kunststoffe. “Wheel holders are one of the high-speed moving parts in a sortation system. The less these components weigh, the lower the amount of energy required for acceleration and movement. Plastics deliver considerable advantages, and we have succeeded in more than halving the wheel holder’s weight compared with conventional solutions.” she adds.
Quick and easy – tool-free assembly
Comprising just four parts – three of which are standardised components– faigle’s optimised Swivel Wheel comfort assembly delivers huge gains in sortation system efficiency. “A high degree of standardisation, coupled with advanced manufacturing models, make this an extremely cost-effective solution, which translates into increased value for money,” says Chiara Steiner. Combined with optional delivery of pre-assembled units, faigle’s innovative tool-free assembly concept ensures quick and easy wheel changes.
