Automated Portal Handling

for safe and precise dipping and drying processes

Customer requirement

For glove manufacturing, an automated dipping system was required that can process multiple glove formers simultaneously in a defined process sequence. The particular challenge was implementation within an EX area with high safety requirements. In addition, dipping and drying processes had to be controlled precisely and carried out reproducibly.

Our solution

BKLS developed a dipping system as a 2-axis gantry system with a special load carrier holder for the automated glove production process. The system dips multiple glove formers vertically into a rubber solution at the same time and then carries out a rotary drying process in a precisely defined sequence.

The entire control system is implemented using modern Siemens control technology with a touch panel. For safe operation within the EX environment, the system was designed in accordance with the requirements for EX Zone 1 and EX Zone 2. Mobile dipping tanks also enable flexible process design.

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automated dipping process

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reduced manual handling effort

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more efficient process workflows

Technical highlights

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2-axis gantry system for automated dipping processes

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2 load carriers with up to 14 × 5 glove formers each

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Design for EX Zone 1 and EX Zone 2

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Rotary drying process with a defined sequence

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Mobile dipping tanks for flexible process integration

up to 70 glove formers in the process at the same time

up to 250 kg payload per load carrier

Result

The dipping system enables a safe and automated manufacturing process for gloves within an EX environment. Multiple glove formers can be dipped and dried precisely at the same time, standardizing process sequences and efficiently supporting production processes. The specially designed safety and control technology ensures reliable operation under demanding production conditions.