Foil Handling

When handling sensitive films, attention must be paid to the sensitive, partly coated surfaces of the substrates. This requires intelligent handling devices that have a low error rate and at the same time can guarantee the high speeds in production. With the non-contact ultrasonic technology from ZS-Handling, the optimal handling of sensitive films is guaranteed.

Due to the increasing demands on modern production in terms of efficacy and efficiency, the question of the right handling systems arises for many companies. Not only when handling small parts such as chips and dies, but also films or other flexible substrates, low-contamination handling is of enormous importance. The risk of micro-cracks and other damage is also omnipresent. This is particularly important with battery foils or when packaging medical products.

Thanks to non-contact handling using the patented ultrasonic bearing technology from ZS-Handling GmbH, these very problems are solved. Due to the repulsive forces between the handling surface and the substrate, the ultrasonic bearing enables fast and safe transport, e.g. along a production line. This happens completely without surface contact and thus significantly reduces the rate of damage.

With the help of the LinearLevi conveyor, substrates such as battery cells, foils and other flexible substrates can be conveyed along defined paths. This handling system thus serves as an ideal link between an upstream and a downstream process step without touching the surface of the substrate.

In the event that further process steps require handling of the films from above, this can also be done with the patented ultrasonic technology. By using ultrasound as a repelling force and negative pressure as an attracting force, the substrates to be handled are handled without surface contact.

Another possibility for handling films is the Levi-Roll transport system. In this case, a curved or round sonotrode ensures that the substrates are kept at a distance during deflection. Several rolls can be combined so that a "roll to roll" transport can take place. Another interesting feature is that it is also possible to convey sticky, coated or conventional films. In all cases, there is no contact between the oscillating roller and the material, so that a fast and safe transport can be guaranteed.

For the solution of your individual handling task, we at ZS-Handling can draw on years of extensive experience with a wide variety of substrates and logistics processes. Please feel free to contact us and together we will develop the right strategy for your production facility of the future.