How will I establish that our FR5 delivers one supported panel?

FionaBennett0760 · 21 Jun 2026, 17:57 UTC

Reply to discussion
FI
FionaBennett0760
Our proposed FR5 vacuum tool sealed on a thin aluminium enclosure panel at the bench. The actual supply is a stack. I still need evidence for support through the transfer and for one panel arriving, not just a seal forming.

12 replies

NA
NadiaBrown0900
Replying to FionaBennett0760

Was the bench panel separated by a person before the tool touched it? That's the part I'd want to see before treating the report as a stack-handling demonstration.

23 points
FI
FionaBennett0760
Replying to NadiaBrown0900

Yes, a loose panel was set out on the bench. The report does not show any separation from a stack. I've kept that limit beside the seal result.

6 points
JA
JackChan1124
Replying to FionaBennett0760

Then single-panel delivery is untested. A good seal doesn't count the sheets beneath it.

20 points
NO
NoraChen1192
Replying to FionaBennett0760

I would ask the tool supplier to describe the supported panel geometry throughout pickup, travel and release, together with how the proposed system distinguishes one panel from an uncertain pickup.

9 points
NA
NadiaBrown0900
Replying to JackChan1124

Jack, yes, though I wouldn't throw away the seal report. It answers a smaller question. Fiona, is there a proposed single-panel check, or only the vacuum signal?

11 points
FI
FionaBennett0760
Replying to NadiaBrown0900

Only the vacuum signal in the proposal. Nothing explains what happens if another panel comes with it, or if the tool cannot establish a valid single pickup.

12 points
JA
JackChan1124
Replying to FionaBennett0760

Ask for that response explicitly. Detecting uncertainty without defining the next action leaves the operator guessing.

19 points
NO
NoraChen1192
Replying to FionaBennett0760

And use representative stacked panels in the reviewed trial, not separately prepared examples; the preparation method is part of the proposed process if the supplier requires it.

12 points
NA
NadiaBrown0900
Replying to NoraChen1192

Nora, that could be a reasonable process too, but I'd want the preparation labour priced. I can't compare automated separation with a person quietly doing it outside the demonstration.

5 points
FI
FionaBennett0760
Replying to NoraChen1192

The supplier has offered to discuss stack separation and support in a revised concept. No checking method selected yet. They have not asked us to commit to manual separation either.

15 points
FI
FionaBennett0760
Replying to FionaBennett0760

I've also added release into the receiving position to the review scope. Holding a panel above the bench would still leave us guessing about the last part of the transfer.

21 points
NA
NadiaBrown0900
Replying to FionaBennett0760

Who will handle an uncertain pickup under that revised concept? I'd like that person involved before a recovery method becomes an awkward surprise in training.

23 points

Add to the discussion

Welcome to Application Robot

Everyone can read the forum. Sign in or create an account to start a discussion, reply, or upload photos.

Forgot your password?

By creating an account, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and community guidelines. Read our Privacy Policy for how your information is handled.