Introduction
We noticed that stamping operations are focused heavily on ‘dirt’ elimination, but that a key part of material movement wasn’t being successfully kept clean—namely conveyor lanes. At critical junctions, conveyors transfer blanks into the first forming operation. Typically, this takes place right after the blank is washed and oiled. Problem is, oil from the freshly cleaned part is transferred to the conveyor belt, which then becomes a ‘dirt magnet’—ultimately becoming a source for quality defects in the stamped parts.
Elegant, Green Approach
Intermittently operating for a few minutes at a time over the course of a production shift, the patent-pending design of SpinKlean works by counter-rotating at nearly 1,000rpm, effectively wiping the returning belt at 130 times per second. We use a tough, proven FKM non-woven fabric that removes 99% of dirt and oil, leaving a clean, dry surface. After wiping the belt clean, a rinse and wring cycle using only potable, ambient water or your plant approved blankwash solution cleans the interior of the SpinKlean and it’s fabric fins. Ready to wash again.
Availability
SpinKlean is an Industry Scope innovation that we are proud to have manufactured and distributed by Norgren Automation Solutions (Clinton Township, MI). For details call Norgren at
1-800-272-4511.
Applications
- Centering stations in stamping operations to ensure outer panels remain clean after exiting the blankwasher.
- Exit conveyor lanes prior to part stacking in stamping operations to ensure that finished parts remain clean and free of excess oil.
- Any part conveying application when finished or preproduction parts need to remain clean and free of excess oil.
