WITTMANN launches automation cell for injection molding processes

WITTMANN launches FlexCell automation cells, a compact but flexible integrated production cell for all automated injection molding systems, with three different versions – Basis, Primus and Plus. As a first step, this new solution is being launched on the German market.

WITTMANN’s FlexCell automation cells integrate injection molding applications into one compact unit.

Space-saving, modular design

With FlexCell, protective housing, linear robot and conveyor belts can be all integrated into one safe, compact unit. This automation cell covers the entire range of injection molding applications – from simple pick & place tasks all the way to planned integration of downstream equipment, such as packaging stations for molded parts.

The cells are compatible with injection molding machines of all brands and can be retrofitted on existing production equipment.

As the cells are mounted directly onto the injection molding machine and allow production with the machine safety door open, the automation equipment can be positioned very close to the clamping unit.

In the Primus and Plus models, the protective housing is mounted on the conveyor belt and thus requires no separate floor space.

Fast setup and safe production

All automation components have fixed place and are safely enclosed inside the FlexCell, resulting in greater occupational safety and more efficient setup processes.

Temperature controllers can also be integrated in a space-saving way. They are placed underneath the conveyor belt and thus take up no extra floor space.

Special emphasis was placed in product development on easy access to the mold space for manual interventions, servicing and maintenance work. Therefore, the conveyor belts with the protective housing can be moved very easily to one side in the Primus and Plus models.