TECHNOLOGIES INCCASE STUDY

ASSEMBLY FIXTURES Automation System for the Electronics Industry

TCA has the experienced sta� and modern equipment to build custom �xtures, for both manual and automated assembly operations, that meet the exacting needs of the electronics industry. These are some examples of nest, placement, and alignment �xtures that we have manufactured for our customers worldwide.

Designed with ergonomics in mind, all �xtures used in manual assembly operations feature a stationary aluminum base machined at a 30° angle to eliminate the stresses of repetitive motion and avoid worker injury. Placement and alignment �xtures, whether used in manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic operations, all feature the mechanics required to produce precisely controlled force levels and dwell times.

Automatic placement cells utilize machine vision systems to detect component positions and highly accurate SCARA robotics for precise component placement. We deliver all �xtures with operating manuals, maintenance plans, drawings and schematics.

TCA Technologies Inc. | 38 Winer Road, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6H9 | Tel: +1.519.824.8711 | sales@tcatech.com

HIGHLIGHTS

We designed and manufactured these assembly �xtures for the electronics industry.

6 weeks

OVERALL LEAD TIME

Design EngineeringDesign Assembly FixturesCreated 3-D Models

CNC MachiningManufactured in-house using our CAD/CAM equipment and capabilities.Documentation

Hard-Copy of Maintenance Plans, Operating ManualsHard-Copy Fixture Tool Detail DrawingsAutoCAD Assembly Drawings, and Schematics

Warranty1 Year Warranty up to 3,000 Hours Running Time

CAPABILITIES APPLIED / PROCESSES

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

ABOUT TCA TECHNOLOGIESTCA Technologies is a leader in the design and manufacturing of custom industrial automation equipment. Building on 20 years of industry experience, TCA employs the most innovative technological solutions to conceptualize, develop, and execute cutting-edge automated manufacturing systems. A team of experienced engineers have developed manufacturing solutions for a variety of �elds such as R&D prototyping, welding, assembly, leak testing, material handling, plastics and composites, vision and accuracy. Catering to some of the world’s most successful manufacturers, TCA strives for excellence by developing sophisticated new or improved systems for industries such as automotive, energy, health sciences, electronics, and consumer products.

TCA Technologies Inc. | 38 Winer Road, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6H9 | Tel: +1.519.824.8711| sales@tcatech.com

TECHNOLOGIES INC

Universal Nest FixturesDesigned to Accommodate the Component in Top Up or Top Down OrientationsStationary Aluminum Base Machined at a 30° Angle for Ergonomic Manual Assembly Operations

Placement Servo FixtureTCA Semi-Automatic Servo PressComponent to be Manually Loaded into Dedicated FixtureLower Fixture Base to be AluminumPresses the Component to a speci�ed force level for a speci�ed dwell time

Automatic Placement CellVision System to Detect Component PositionSCARA Robot Provides Automatic PlacementAutomatic Feeding of Parts

Gasket Alignment TemplateMachined Base w/ 30° AnglePivots Into Installation position

Label NestTop Screw NestConnector Servo Fixture

TCA Semi-Automatic Servo PressPivoting Mask FeatureApplies a speci�ed level of Force for a speci�ed dwell time Seconds

Mid-Screw Nest FixtureTop-Cap Servo Fixture

TCA Semi-Automatic Servo PressEngages 4 Snaps and Seat to the PSA Adhesive with a speci�ed Force for a speci�ed dewll time

Alignment Servo FixtureTCA Semi-Automatic Servo PressSeats the PSA Adhesive with a speci�ed force for a speci�ed dwell time

COMPONENTS & FEATURES OF FIXTURES