Flexible Feeding for High Mix Automation

FlexiBowl is a vision guided flexible feeding system designed for manufacturers who run short batches, frequent changeovers and multiple SKUs. It replaces rigid bowl tooling with software driven control.

Why Conventional Feeding Limits Modern Production

Dedicated tooling locks you in

Traditional bowl feeders require custom tracks and tooling for each part, making changeovers slow and expensive.

High mix kills stability

Small variations in part geometry often cause jams, misfeeds and constant operator intervention.

Labour dependency increases

Manual orientation and loading becomes unavoidable when feeders cannot adapt quickly.

How FlexiBowl Works

Bulk parts supplied from hopper
Parts distributed on rotating disc
Impulse separation creates spacing
Vision locates orientation
Robot picks with repeatable accuracy

FlexiBowl System Components

FlexiBowl Platform

The core flexible feeding unit that separates, orients and presents parts using controlled impulse energy instead of vibration.

High mix • Fast changeover • Gentle part handling

FlexiVision

Integrated vision software and camera system that detects part position and orientation for accurate, repeatable robotic picking.

Robot agnostic • High accuracy • Real time feedback

Bulk Feeders

Upstream bulk feeders and hoppers that deliver a stable, controlled flow of parts matched to your cycle time and production volume.

Stable supply • Adjustable flow • Hygienic options

Typical FlexiBowl Applications

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Springs, Clips and Metal Parts

Feeding tangled, reflective and irregular metal components where vibratory systems struggle with jamming, noise and inconsistent flow.

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O Rings and Elastomers

Soft, flexible and deformable parts including seals and gaskets, handled gently without vibration or surface damage.

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Injection Moulded Components

Caps, closures, connectors, housings and technical mouldings, fed directly from moulding to downstream assembly or inspection.

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Medical and Cleanroom Parts

Diagnostic consumables, inhaler parts and disposable medical components where cleanliness, repeatability and traceability are critical.

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Electronics and Precision Components

Small, delicate parts for electronics, sensors and PCB related assembly, handled without vibration induced damage.

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Packaging and General Industry

High mix consumer product components, promotional items and packaging parts with frequent SKU changeovers.

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We will evaluate feasibility and recommend the right flexible feeding solution for your process.

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