Robotic Dispense Automation Solutions

robotic dispense automation solutions

Premier Turn-key System Integrator of Dispense Automation

When it comes to robotic dispensing solutions, look no further than Flexible Automation. With over 35 years building robotic systems, we have extensive knowledge in a wide array of industries. We have worked with a wide range of machines serving a variety of application types and dispensing materials. Our systems have been designed to allow for semi-custom solutions while ensuring the integrity of the entire system. This gives the ability to adapt it to fit your needs from size to brand and everything in between.

Primer Application

Robotic application of primer yields uniform coverage and optimum adhesion.  Clear and black primers can easily be applied on windshields and roof modules.

  • Dispensed Material Solutions
    • 3M Fritted Glass Primer
    • C.R. Laurence Powr Bond
  • Equipment Solutions
    • Graco
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • PVA

Surface Preparation

 Increase bonding strength by surface modification of substrates prior to dispensing media.

  • Equipment Solutions
    • Alcohol Wipe
    • Plasma Plume
    • Gas Flame Etch
  • Supported Manufacturers
    • 3DT
    • Enercon
    • Plasma Etch
    • Plasmatreat Brand

Curing Systems

 Many adhesives, primers and encapsulating compounds require a curing process prior to handling.  Flexible Automation, Inc. is experienced at integrating numerous curing technologies.

  • Equipment Solutions
    • Convection curing conveyor ovens
    • Ultraviolet (UV) curing systems
    • Infrared curing systems
    • Sequenced curing racks
  • Supported Manufacturers
    • American Ultraviolet - Lesco
    • Dymax
    • Infratrol
    • Lewco Inc.
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • Perceptive Industries
    • PVA Tepla Ame
    • Nordson

Potting

Encapsulating material and thermal pastes can be applied quickly and efficiently using robots.

  • Dispensed Material Solutions
    • Epoxy
    • Urethane
  • Equipment Solutions
    • Graco
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • Sunstar Engineering
    • Techcon

Inspection

We have been integrating numerous brands of vision systems for over 25 years. Here are some of our favorite solutions.

  • Coherix Predator
  • Fanux 3DL iRVision
  • Cognex DS1000 and 925 3D sensors
  • Keyence CV-X and XG-X 3D sensors

Lubricants

Robots can provide fast and accurate application of grease and oil in hard to reach orifices.

  • Dispensed Material Solutions
    • Mineral Oils
    • Lithium Grease
    • Dry Film
  • Equipment Solutions
    • Graco
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)

Bonding

Joining two surfaces and seam sealing can be automated by using a robot to apply a linear bead, dots, or spray adhesive on a wide variety of substrates.

  • Dispensed Material Solutions
    • Cyanoacrylate Adhesives (CA)
    • Hot Melt
    • Phenolic Resins
    • Silicones
    • Two-Component Epoxies
    • Urethanes
  • Equipment Solutions
    • ITW Dynatec
    • BeA
    • Dymax
    • Graco
    • Loctite
    • Magnum Venus Products (MVP)
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • PVA
    • Techcon
    • Valco Melton

Form In Place Gasket

Form In Place Gaskets are a great for products with complex geometry that make application of traditional gaskets difficult.  FIPG also reduce labor costs and increase quality.

  • Dispensed Material Solutions
    • RTV Silicone
    • Urethane
    • UV Curable
    • Penguin Foam
  • Equipment Solutions
    • Graco
    • Magnum Venus Products (MVP)
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • Sunstar Engine

Supply Systems

Supplying adhesives, lubricants, and gasket compounds to metering valves can be automated for both low and high viscosity materials.

  • Equipment Solutions
    • Pail pumps
    • Drum pumps
    • Pressure Pots
  • Supported Manufacturers
    • Dymax
    • Graco
    • Nordson (EFD, Loctite, Sealant Equipment)
    • PVA

Some Of Our Robotic Dispensing System Work