Overhead conveyor line /
ZF Mexico

Project information

Subject:
Surface treatment line with CALDAN overhead conveyor
End user:
ZF Suspension Technology, Guadalajara S.A. de C.V.
Installation site location:
Mexico
Type of parts to be handled:
Vehicle suspensions
Dimensions of parts (l x w x h):
max. 1700 x 100 x 650 mm
Weight of parts (load):
max. 300 kg per wagon
Cycle time:
80 sec.
Conveyor speed:
– 6-8 m/min, Power & Free, variable
– Process: 2 m/min, variable 1-3 m/min
Loading and unloading of parts:
manually, at standstill 
Rotation of the workpieces:
mechanical, lockable
Areas where rotation is required:
– Painting booths
– Masking
Surrounding temperature:
max. 80 °C

CONVEYOR SYSTEM DATA
Type:
P&F400 – Power & Free overhead conveyor
Chain type:
Cardan chain

Wagon design:
12-wheeled

SYSTEM LENGTH, TOTAL
215 m.

PROJECT: Surface treatment of various automotive suspensions 

P&F380 – Power & Free overhead conveyor in operation @ ZF Mexico