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#081 LCA for Transfer - Classification of Transfer Functions

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July29, 2011

There are following four types of Transfers that effect locations of objects as: In-feed, Transport, Loading, and Storage. Each is explained in relation to LCA. (Storage is omitted)

(1) Classification of transfer functions

A flow of material to assembled products is simplified as the following.

A flow of material to assembled products is simplified as the following.

Function Classification Related Mechanism Notes
Transfer Conveyor types:
Belt type, Chain type, Roller type
Cart types:
Railed transfer carts, Unmanned transfer carts, Manually operated carts
General transfer mechanism
Aim for flexibility and high cost vs. performance ratio by modular concepts.
Transport Intermittent transport types:
Rotary type, Linear type, Free-flow type
Work performed on conveyor, etc.
Continuous transport type:
Synchronous linear type, etc.
Work cycle time is synchronized to the intermittent drive time.
Loading Handling robot
Auto-loader
P&P (Pick and place) unit, etc.
Know-how required on material handling and work-piece holding devices.

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