Part carriers and cleaning baskets as the key to process-reliable production of stamped parts

Especially with high quantities, sensitive geometries or subsequent operations such as cleaning, assembly and testing, workpiece carriers and cleaning baskets are crucial elements for quality assurance and efficiency.

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Part carriers for structured material flows in stamping technology

Modular workpiece carriers ensure the safe and repeatable storage and positioning of stamped components. This enables:

• Process-Reliable Transfer between stamping machine, buffer zone, and subsequent processes
• Automated transfer to assembly, testing or packaging systems
• Reduction of scrap and component damage due to precise fixation

ZELL develops carrier systems for busbars and cylindrical components with diameters of 10–40 mm, where conventional racks are insufficient. In collaboration with partners such as Stüken and Schuler, prototype solutions for sophisticated stamped parts have been realized.

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Cleaning baskets for process-stable parts cleaning

Cleaning baskets enable the safe, position-fixed cleaning of stamped parts in systems with spray or ultrasonic technology. The key aspects are:

• Minimized contact surfaces for scratch-free cleaning
• Media and flow-optimized geometries
• Offers compatibility with RFID, automated loading and traceability
• ESD-compatible materials available for electronic or electroplated components

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Integration into automated manufacturing environments

Part carriers and cleaning baskets from ZELL are robotics and vision system compatible and can be seamlessly integrated into existing lines:

• Interfaces to robotics, conveyor technology, camera and testing systems
• Modular clip systems for fast changeover during part changes.
• Minimizing setup times and downtimes

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Application fields & economic advantages

• Use in busbar production, sleeves, contact parts, cold extrusion parts, etc.
• Trays from  20 € per unit, also suitable for pre-series or small quantities
• Standardization of component handling across variants
• Support in achieving First Pass Yield targets, reduction of rework and scrap

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Part carriers and cleaning baskets make a significant contribution to process reliability, component quality, and automation capability in stamping technology. The combination of a standardized basic structure and flexible adaptability makes them a versatile tool for modern manufacturing environments – with both technical and economic advantages.