Vibratory bowl feeders are the workhorses of automated assembly lines, orienting and delivering parts with remarkable consistency. At AI Connects Engineering, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern CNC machining to create bowl feeders that deliver exceptional performance.
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The Manufacturing Process
Part Analysis
We begin by analysing your parts—their geometry, weight, material, and orientation requirements. This determines the bowl design, track configuration, and tooling needed.
CAD Design
Our engineers create detailed 3D models of the bowl, incorporating specialised tracks, selectors, and escapements tailored to your specific parts.
CNC Machining
Precision CNC mills and lathes create the bowl body and tracks with tolerances measured in hundredths of a millimetre. Surface finish is critical for smooth part flow.
Hand Finishing
Skilled technicians hand-tune the tooling, adjusting track angles and adding specialised features that ensure consistent part orientation.
Testing & Tuning
Every bowl is tested with actual parts, and the drive unit is tuned for optimal feed rate and reliability.
Why CNC Machining Matters
Consistency
CNC machining ensures every bowl is identical to the CAD model. This repeatability means replacement bowls perform exactly like the originals.
Complex Geometries
Modern 5-axis CNC machines can create complex track profiles impossible to achieve with manual methods. This opens design possibilities for challenging parts.
Surface Quality
Controlled cutting parameters produce consistent surface finishes. The right finish prevents part damage while enabling smooth flow—critical for delicate components.
Materials We Work With
- Stainless Steel: For food, pharmaceutical, and corrosive environments
- Aluminium: Lightweight option with excellent machinability
- Hardened Tool Steel: For abrasive parts requiring wear resistance
- Polyurethane Coatings: To protect delicate or finished parts
Custom Solutions
No two applications are identical. We design custom tooling including:
- Orientation tracks with wiper blades and air jets
- Selector gates for part segregation
- Escapement mechanisms for controlled release
- Vision system integration for quality inspection
- Return tracks for recirculation
Need a Custom Bowl Feeder?
Send us your parts and we'll design a feeding solution tailored to your needs.
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