Dyna-Slide: Premier Gentle Parts Feeders & Materials Handling Equipment The Dyna-Slide technology from CDS Lipe is the industry-leading solution for gentle, high-efficiency material handling. Developed since 1972, Dyna-Slide systems are specifically engineered to handle parts that are fragile, finished, green (unsintered powdered metal), or have highly sensitive surfaces that other feeders would scratch or damage. The core distinction of Dyna-Slide … Read More
What do Vibratory Conveyors do?
Vibratory Conveyors: The Foundation of Consistent Material Flow Vibratory conveyors are robust material-handling equipment essential for transporting bulk products, parts, and materials across a wide range of industries. They function by using controlled vibratory force to gently move fine to coarse-grained bulk materials, ensuring a consistent and uninterrupted flow into subsequent manufacturing processes. CDS Lipe is an expert manufacturer, designing … Read More
High-Performance Feeders for High-Volume Assembly Lines
An Expert Overview For high-volume assembly lines, the selection of a feeder is critical to achieving peak Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). The best solutions blend speed, accuracy, and versatility to handle millions of components per year. As a Premier Automated Material Handling Systems Expert, CDS-LIPE recognizes that the ideal choice is often a custom solution that integrates the advanced capabilities … Read More
Vibratory Feeders and Parts Handling:
Essential for Efficient Production Vibratory feeders and associated parts handling systems are the unsung heroes of modern manufacturing, transforming bulk components into a continuous, single-file stream of accurately positioned parts. As experts in this field, CDS-LIPE engineers and manufactures a tremendously diverse portfolio of machines dedicated to mastering the challenges of automated parts handling. The Importance in Efficient Production Lines … Read More
Supply Feeders: The Foundation for Uninterrupted Automated ProductionSupply Systems
Supply Feeders: The Foundation of Uninterrupted Production Supply feeders, also known as pre-feeders, are the crucial first step in any high-speed automated assembly line. They function as the bridge between bulk material storage and the precision-feeding equipment, ensuring a continuous and consistent supply of parts. At CDS-LIPE, we design and manufacture robust supply feeders that are essential for maximizing the … Read More
What are Pre-Feeders?
What are Pre-Feeders? Pre-feeders are material handling devices designed to store and transfer bulk components to a feeder bowl (either vibratory or centrifugal) as needed. Their primary function is to maintain a constant, low-level supply of parts in the main feeder bowl, preventing it from running empty. This continuous operation eliminates the need for frequent manual reloading, which can be … Read More
Understanding Step Feeders
Understanding Step Feeders: The Gentle Giants of Material Handling Step feeders are a type of vibratory feeder used for the gentle and efficient handling of a wide variety of bulk components. They are particularly well-suited for parts that are fragile, oily, or have complex geometries, where traditional bowl feeders might cause damage or jams. CDS-LIPE specializes in the engineering and … Read More
Sorting Machines
Precision and Quality in Automation Sorting machines are the final arbiters of quality in an automated production line. These sophisticated systems are engineered to inspect and categorize products or parts at high speeds, ensuring that only components meeting strict quality standards move forward. At CDS-LIPE, we design and build custom sorting machines that provide an essential layer of quality control … Read More
Flexible Feeders
Flexible Feeders: The Future of Versatile Automation In an era of increasing product diversity and demand for shorter production runs, traditional part feeding systems face significant challenges. Flexible feeders represent a revolutionary approach to automated material handling, offering unmatched versatility and adaptability. At CDS-LIPE, we are at the forefront of this technology, providing systems that are engineered to meet the … Read More