Energy Saving Potential
eCart vs. Traditional Conveyor Systems
Sustainability is an increasingly important factor to consider when planning future manufacturing systems or facilities. With environmental protection at the front of their minds, those tasked with production planning must carefully consider the resources used and the impact on the environment.
Across the globe, energy efficient production is a key objective and central element considered when designing facilities.
As a modern and innovative manufacturer of conveyor systems with assembly logistics tailored specifically to the needs of assembly and test automation, KRUPS Automation makes a significant contribution toward more energy efficient production with the LOGO!MAT eCART System.
A Direct Comparison to Conventional Systems
When compared directly to traditional conveyors, the eCART system offers enormous energy saving potential. While conventional static conveyor systems require constant energy to operate the entire system continuously, each eCART only consumes energy while it is moving. In addition to conserving resources, this translates into significant cost savings during ongoing production.
Traditional conveyor systems employ drive units in the track system and require constant energy to operate. By innovatively placing the drive unit in the eCARTS themselves, the eCART system offers an energy savings of over 80%. This means significant reduction in consumption not only during operation, but through interruptions such as shift changes and maintenance periods as well. There is no need to shut down the entire system for routine maintenance which can be a costly venture with conventional systems.
Alternatives to traditional conveyor systems do exist, but many of these options require batteries or other costly power sources to operate. The mining of rare earth and raw materials to keep these types of systems in operation is not sustainable long-term as it causes environmental damage and contributes to sinking groundwater levels. As a sustainable alternative, the eCARTS draw energy from a power rail embedded in their track system and do not require additional power sources like batteries to operate.
Conclusion:
The eCARTS system offers a modern and efficient solution for linking production processes. The system benefits you not only economically through an 80% reduction in energy used, but ecologically as well, as it requires fewer valuable resources than comparable conveyor systems.
By combining its outstanding production performance with its enormous savings in operating costs, the eCART system proves to be a worthwhile investment from both an economic and sustainability perspective.
In addition, the eCART system requires significantly less time to power on and operate, meaning there is reduced wear and tear on the system and minimal need for maintenance to keep it operating effectively.
Contact us today for a comparison with your current production concept and see how the eCART can save you money and reduce your environmental footprint. We would be happy to help determine your potential savings through use of the eCART system!