Industrial surface processing - whether sandblasting, vibratory grinding, polishing or coating - places high demands on workpiece handling: components must be securely fixed, precisely positioned and protected from damage - from in-house transport to the automated processing station. ZELL workpiece carrier systems have been offering a proven solution here for decades - modular, economical and reliable.
ZELL has been active in the field of industrial surface technology for over 30 years, particularly in the sandblasting of small parts in large-scale production. In many projects, the components were initially processed in containers provided by customers - a frequent cause of deformation, confusion and damage during blasting or in-house transportation.
In line with the guiding principle "Ideas for better solutions", ZELL then developed its own workpiece carriers: modular systems that protect sensitive geometries, enable reproducible clamping and can be easily integrated into automated production and logistics processes.
The ZELL carrier systems are based on a modular system with adaptable holders. Different technologies are used depending on the component geometry and process requirements:
Sandblasting of valve plates
The workpiece carrier systems from ZELL not only offer technical precision, but also impress with clear economic added value in series production and in daily operation:
1. faster set-up times:
Thanks to the modular design and sophisticated quick-change mechanisms, product changes in the line or at manual stations can be accelerated by over 50%. This reduces downtimes and increases machine availability - especially for variant production or frequently changing batches.
2. fewer rejects:
The secure and component-guided fixing reliably protects sensitive geometries - even during transportation and return. Damage during handling is reduced by up to 90 %, which contributes directly to reducing the reject rate and increasing overall quality.
3. investment protection:
ZELL carriers are designed for durability and reusability. They are made of robust, easy-to-clean materials, have a modular design and feature replaceable wear components. This reduces operating costs and increases investment security.
4. easy integration into existing systems:
The carrier systems are compatible with common conveyor technologies, robot gripper systems and RFID and DMC tracking solutions. This allows them to be seamlessly integrated into existing lines or logistics processes - without the need for costly conversions or special solutions.
ZELL workpiece carriers are designed for both manual and fully automated lines:
Thanks to decades of experience in industrial surface technology, ZELL knows what is important: process reliability, protection of sensitive geometries and efficiency across the entire processing path. With a modular approach and well thought-out choice of materials, ZELL workpiece carriers offer a future-proof solution - from the sandblasting process to high-end coating.
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