Mechanical Automation with item LEAN
Release units, spring balancers, rope pulleys and plain bearings from the item LEAN Production system – for low-cost automation without a dedicated drive.
Motion without a motor: low-cost automation
Mechanical automation, often referred to as karakuri, uses gravity, springs and cable pulls to automate tasks without motors, sensors or compressed air. Typical examples include container changeovers where removing an empty container automatically releases the next full one, flaps that close by themselves, or height compensation using spring balancers. The parts in this category from the item LEAN Production building kit are designed for the D30 profile tube.
Overview of versions
- D30 release units with ramp, trigger roller, latch or spring return for controlled release of containers
- D30 manual release for operation by hand
- Spring balancers with synthetic fibre rope, e.g. for 2–3 kg or 10–14 kg, for weight compensation
- Rope pulleys, thimbles and wire rope clamps for cable mechanisms
- Plain bearings and bearing sleeves D40/D30 and D30/D20, also anti-rotation, for sliding and rotating motion
- Telescopic clamp and clamping ring for fixing sliding tubes
- Rollers, roller sets and brake roller set for guides and braked movements
- Tension springs for return functions
Mechanical automation at KSK Components
KSK Components supplies these functional parts together with profile tubes, connectors and roller conveyors from the LEAN Production building kit. For powered solutions, the range also includes pneumatics and automation components from other manufacturers. Log in as a business customer to see your individual prices.
FAQ
When is mechanical automation better than a powered solution?
For simple, repetitive movements with low loads. Without power supply or controls, these solutions are usually simple in design and low-maintenance.
Which spring balancer do I need?
The weight to be balanced is decisive. Choose the spring balancer whose load range matches the weight of your component.
Can these parts be combined with roller conveyors?
Yes, release units and rollers are designed for the D30 tube system and are often integrated directly into flow racks and container tracks from the Material Flow category, for example for automatic empty container return.