Dan:
        Other problem noticed is the down time to reload a feeder that ran
out of parts. Does this intelligent feeder send information to the machine
to let it know that a feeder is about to run out of parts so that the
operator is ready when it does?
        Regards,
        Ramon


> We use an Inteliplacer 10 from Tyco (formerly Multitronics). The
> intelligent
> feeders have internal electronics with static RAM to store data about the
> type, qty and lot number of the reel loaded. Additionally the hand held
> programmer used to enter data has a bar code reader that can read this
> data
> from a bar code label on the reel. When the feeder is attached to the pick
> and place it sends the data to the system automatically. As you can see
> intelligent feeders can reduce set up time dramatically. I would never buy
> another system that didn't have this feature unless it was for a single
> product dedicated production line *and* there was a significant cost
> savings.
> Dan
>

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