id:MOTION

Linear Transport Module

A fast-cycling transport module for the linear transport of workpieces

Linear Transport Module (LTM) by ID: Motion

Compact design

Speed

Flexibility

Precision

Linear Transport Module in operation
LTM

Flexible modular system

The Linear Transport Module – LTM for short – is a fast-cycling transport module with permanently installed workpiece carrier plates. The transport system from id:MOTION enables high machine output depending on the requirements of the attached workstations. The time required for the linear transport of the workpiece carriers is reduced to a minimum. The Linear Transport Module can be used as a stand-alone linear cycle system or in combination with an assembly plant – like a rotary indexing table.

Components
Linear Transport Module as a linear assembly system
Transport systems

Linear Transport Module as a linear assembly system

  • Very short changeover times of the workpiece carrier in the transport system, reducing the feed time to a minimum.
  • Flexible cycle step lengths thanks to the built-in servo drive in the transport module.
  • Type changeover at the push of a button, so the user does not have to make any mechanical modifications.
  • High precision for efficient repeat accuracy.
  • Flexible sizes thanks to two workpiece carrier types with different widths.
  • Good accessibility due to the linear arrangement of the stations within the linear assembly system.
  • Slim design thanks to the small footprint of the Linear Transport Module.
  • Open motor interfaces to allow common drives to be installed according to customer requirements.
  • Short delivery times for the Linear Transport Module (12 weeks from receipt of order).
  • No fixed running direction of the linear transport, the transport modules can also be operated in reverse.
  • Customer-specific machining
ID: Motion transfer system with workpiece carriers in production
Transport

Individual transport solutions with id: MOTION transfer systems

id: MOTION offers proven transfer systems for economical transport solutions that can be scaled as required for almost any application. Whether fully or partially automated systems with high quantities or small batch sizes of various designs – all systems are modular. This enables fast planning and easy expansion or conversion of existing plants.

180 xcycles per minute
37 %energy savings
Transport systems

Our two systems

Linear Transport Module vertical (LTM-V)

The LTM-V is a fast-cycling linear transport module that allows high machine outputs depending on the design of the pick and place stations. The time for workpiece carrier transport is reduced to a few tenths of a second. This gives you more process time for the actual application.

The dimensions of the Linear Transport Module depend on the assembly parts to be transported. In addition to the working length, these also determine the width of the workpiece carriers.

The LTM-V is characterised by flexible feed lengths, high payloads, two standard workpiece carrier widths and a very good price-performance ratio.

  • Extremely short feed time (up to 180 cycles/min)
  • Flexible feed lengths
  • Product changeover at the push of a button, without mechanical adjustment
  • Repeat accuracy up to ± 0.1 mm in running direction
  • Flexible sizes
LTM-V — ID: Motion

Linear Transport Module horizontal (LTM-H)

Your alternative to the rotary indexing table!

With the possibility of processing workpiece carriers from above, below and from the side, the Linear Transport Module horizontal offers several advantages.

The horizontal design enables the operator to use all workpiece carriers in circulation, offering highly efficient use of space. The slim construction leaves enough space on or next to the module for the required workstations. The versatile mounting options allow horizontal, hanging, lateral and front-side processing of workpieces. As with our proven variant, the LTM-V, various sizes are also available for the LTM-H thanks to its modular design.

Thanks to the robust construction, the belt drive and the high repeat accuracy, our LTM-H Linear Transport Module is a durable and virtually maintenance-free product. Without high installation costs or periodic maintenance work!

  • Processing of workpiece carriers from above, below and from the side
  • Very good price-performance ratio
  • High process density with a small footprint
  • Repeat accuracy up to ± 0.05 mm
  • Very good accessibility to the stations
LTM-H — ID: Motion
Configuration

We configure and assemble the LTM-H for you from the following components:

Modules — LTM-H

Modules

The required working length determines the number of centre modules to be installed per LTM-H. Depending on the number of centre modules, the working length is between 720 and 3720 millimetres.

  • 1 x drive module
  • 1 x deflection module
  • Up to 5 centre modules
Drive package — LTM-H

Drive package

Consists of these components:

  • Mounting kit
  • Planetary gearbox
  • Servo motor
  • ID: Motion SE-Power servo controller
Controller — LTM-H

Controller

  • Simple programming via PC, USB or RS-232 interface
  • Factory parameterisation and commissioning
  • Commissioning within a few minutes
  • 250 positions
  • Control via digital inputs/outputs, Profibus, CAN bus, EtherCAT