System Overview

• Screw Feeding System
• Screw Feeding Unit
• Screw Feeding Tightening Module
• Controllers
• Balancers
• Torque Arms
• Positioning Systems
• Visualization

Screw Feeding System

The Screw Feeding System is hand-held or hand-guided and consists of several units that can be combined into a functional system.

The system allows to perform tightening operations with pneumatic screw feeding. The main components are the Screw Feeding Unit, the hand-heldScrew Feeding Tightening Module and the Power Focus 6000 controller.

The system can be extended with complementary components from the Atlas Copco portfolio if required. These include the ergonomic Torque Arms, weight-compensating Spring Balancers, and quality accessories, such as the ILG Positioning System, and an industrial Touch PC with user interface.

Screw Feeding Unit

The Screw Feeding Unit is used exclusively for storing, sorting, separating, and blowing screws. The Screw Feeding Unit is controlled by the Power Focus 6000 controller.

For more information, refer to the Screw Feeding Unit Product Instructions.

Screw Feeding Tightening Module

The Screw Feeding Tightening Module loads the screw and performs the tightening process. It consists of the Driving Tool and the Screw Feeding Front Part. The modules are connected together via a threaded sleeve (union nut). When delivered, the Driving Tool and the Screw Feeding Front Part are connected. If an exchange is necessary, the two modules may only be separated by Atlas Copco service technicians.

For more information, refer to the Screw Feeding Tightening Module Product Instructions.

For more information on the Driving Tools, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Controllers

Control and monitoring of the screw fastening and feeding process is carried out by Power Focus 6000.

For more information on the available controllers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Software - Virtual Stations Licenses

Virtual stations licenses can be delivered electronically or physically.

Balancers

The Screw Feeding System can be extended with balancers for weight compensation and positioning.

Spring Balancer RIL

The RIL weight compensators always keep the tool within reach. RIL weight balancers are supplied with tension adjustment. A safety chain is supplied with all RIL balancers.

For more information on the available RIL balancers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Spring Balancer WP

The WP balancers enable the simplest positioning. The conical rope drum keeps the suspended load in suspension over the entire extension length of the rope, and makes it weight-free for the operator. The housings of the WP 05/10 balancers are made of plastic, while those of the WP 20 and WP 30 series are made of aluminum. All models (except WP 20) have a swiveling safety suspension hook.

For more information on the available WP balancers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Torque Arms

SMS T

The SMS T-series of arms are built to handle the most demanding industrial situation when you need to control the sequence and the position. The SMS T-series have two angle encoders to determine the position. The arms are delivered with balancer, encoders and encoder cables ready to be plugged into the TPS controller or connected to the ILG system.

Tool holder needs to be ordered separately. SMS T-series is equipped with balancer.

For more information on the available SMS T balancers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

SML T

The SML T-series of arms are built to handle the most demanding industrial situation when you need to control the sequence and the position. SML T-series have one linear encoder and one angle encoder to determine the position. The arms are delivered with balancer, encoders and encoder cables ready to be plugged into the TPS controller or connected to the ILG system.

For more information on the available SML T balancers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

SMC Carbon Arms

SMC carbon arms use one encoder to measure the distance the arm travels. With this arm and encoder it is possible to verify the position due to the distance the arm travels. The encoder is mounted inside the arm to safe guard that nothing can interfere with the distance measurements. The SMC POSI L arm can work in both horizontal and vertical position and thus be roof or wall mounted. The accuracy of the encoder is 0.32 mm and the arm, together with an ILG system or TPS controller control the sequence and position.

Choose the appropriate balancer for SMC arms depending on tool weight. Order the balancer kit for easy and fast assembly if the arm is roof mounted.

For more information on the available SMC balancers, refer to the product page of the specific model:

AX1 Articulated Arms

The flexibility of the AX1 articulated arm allows it to be used in a number of different configurations. It is easily adapted to suit a variety of unique applications. The AX1 articulated arm can be mounted in numerous configurations based on application requirements. For workbench applications, a workbench mounting plate is used as a base for the arm. Where additional height is needed, a workbench pedestal is available in various heights. For floor mounted applications, a floor pedestal is available in various heights. The workbench and floor mounting hardware is not included with the AX1.

For more information on the available AX1 articulated arms, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Positioning Systems

ILG Positioning System

The Industrial Location Guidance (ILG) is an integrated, stand-alone error proofing system that offers high-level process security for applications ranging from simple to complex. ILG tracks the exact location of the tool relative to the fastening position, ensuring the correct fasteners are tightened to specification, in the proper sequence. Comprised of ILG software, positioning hardware and tightening controller, the system combines the functionality of a tightening system with position and process control. Typical applications for ILG include: low-volume, high-value component assembly, repairs stations, and flexible assembly cells.

The ILG offers:

• Improved quality through reduction in scrapped parts and implementation of forced order operation.

• Reduced job setup and programming time, resulting in reduced costs.

• Increased productivity due to improved operator efficiency.

For more information on ILG, refer to the product page of the specific model:

TPS Controller

With a TPS controller you are always sure that the operator is tightening the joints in the correct sequence and the correct position. The TPS controller works together with the SML/SMS T-series positioning torque arms or the SMC POSI L/ LA torque arms and tool controller. The TPS works with digital I/O’s for OK or NOK signals to the tool controller to determine the sequence and position of the tool. If the tool is out of position it will not be able start. As soon as it is in position it will be able to start. After a correct tightening with an OK signal from the tool/controller, the operator will receive an OK signal from the TPS and is able to start in the next position.

For more information on TPS, refer to the product page:

Visualization

Assembly Control Node

The Assembly Control (AC) Node industrial PC is a computer system which can cater to numerous applications, including:

• An interface between the factory network and screw connection equipment

• A platform to operate error checking systems with PC-based visualization

Industrial PCs are used in the industrial field, which imposes more stringent requirements in terms of protection classes, compliance with EMC directives, grounding and mechanical durability and reliability. The need for applications to be flexible – again in an industrial field – also means the architecture must be x86-compatible. Panel PCs must also run standard Windows® software and are specially designed to meet these requirements. More stringent requirements are imposed on the quality of flat-panel displays and the condition of interfaces.

For more information on the AC Nodes, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Touch PC - TPPC

TPPC is an industrial PC with an LCD touch panel and different interfaces for external devices extensions. TPPC 5 series are true at projected capacitive touch panel PC, with ultra slim 48mm depth aluminum enclosure and antibacterial piano finishing that comes in black or white colors, giving the system an elegant design and fulling the hygiene requirements for various applications. The displays sizes 10.1”, 15.6”, 18.5”, 21.5” and 24” are in 16:9 aspect ratio and 15.1” and 19” are in 4:3 aspect ratio.

For more information on the Touch PCs, refer to the product page of the specific model:

Declarations

• EU Declaration of Conformity
• WEEE
• Information Regarding Article 33 in REACH
• Software version for RED compliance

EU Declaration of Conformity

This document serves as a supplement to the original product and safety information of the components listed here and certifies the system conformity of the Screw Feeding System according to applicable regulations. We point out that a product-related declaration of conformity is available in the respective manual for all products mentioned below. Atlas Copco Industrial Technique AB hereby certifies system conformity of the Atlas Copco Screw Feeding System as a hand-held or hand-guided system which consists of several units that, when combined, form a functional system. This system allows to perform tightening operations with pneumatic screw feeding. The main components are the Screw Feeding Unit, the hand-held Screw Feeding Tightening Module and the Power Focus 6000 controller.

The existing system can also be extended with complementary components from the Atlas Copco portfolio, if required. These include the ergonomic torque arms, weight-compensating spring balancers and quality accessories, such as the ILG positioning system and an industrial Touch PC with user interface connected with the corresponding intelligent controls of the Power Focus family as well as the original Atlas Copco accessories and tool cables from the current catalogue Atlas Copco Industrial Tools and Solutions. The original Atlas Copco accessories to be used or with which the system can be supplemented are listed and assigned accordingly in the catalogue. Any further modifications or conversions are not permitted.

The Screw Feeding System consists of:

in combination with:

The Screw Feeding System can also be extended with following Atlas Copco components:

The Screw Feeding System can also be extended with the original Atlas Copco accessories from the catalogue Atlas Copco Industrial Tools and Solutions. The original Atlas Copco accessories are listed in the catalog on the pages Additional Accessories - Tensor in the chapter Tensor Tools, and the components listed in the chapter Quality Integrated Fastening.

Year of manufacture: starting from 2021

The Screw Feeding System is in conformity to the following relevant EC-Directives:

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EEC including amendments and additions

• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU including amendments and additions

• EMC-Directive 2014/30/EU including amendments and additions

• RoHS-Guideline 2011/65/EU, including amendments and additions

• The Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED)

Most important applied harmonized standards:

DIN EN ISO 12100, DIN EN 60204-1, EN 61010-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3, DIN EN 61326-1, EN 301489-17, EN 301 489-1 V2.2.1, EN 301 489-3 V2.1.1, EN 301 489-17 V3.2.0, EN 300 328 V2.1.1, EN 301 893 V2.1.1, EN 300 440 V2.1.1, EN 50385:2017

Most important applied national:

ProdSG, 9.ProdSV, 1.ProdSV, EMVG standards

Vibration and noise emission values:

Sound pressure level <75 dB (A), uncertainty - dB (A), in accordance with ISO15744. Sound power level – dB (A) uncertainty - dB (A), in accordance with ISO15744. Vibration total value 2.5 m/s2, uncertainty, in accordance with ISO28927-2.

Intended use of the product:

The tightening systems are intended exclusively for commercial use. These products are only intended for industrial use and may only be used in closed, dry rooms, but not in explosive environments.

Authorities can request relevant technical information from:

Product Compliance Manager, Atlas Copco Industrial Technique AB, S-105 23 Stockholm Sweden

Name and Position of issuer:

Håkan Andersson, Managing Director

Signature of issuer

Place and date of issue: Stockholm, 1 September 2023

WEEE

Information concerning Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE):
This product and its information, meets the requirements of the WEEE directive/regulations (2012/19/EU), and must be handled in compliance with the directive/regulations.

The product is marked with the following symbol:

Products marked with a crossed-out wheeled bin symbol and a single black bar underneath, contain parts that must be handled in compliance with the WEEE directive/regulations. The entire product, or the WEEE parts, can be sent to your “Customer Center” for handling.

Information Regarding Article 33 in REACH

The European Regulation (EU) No. 1907/2006 on Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and restriction of Chemicals (REACH) defines among other things requirements related to communication in the supply chain. The information requirement applies also to products containing so called Substances of Very High Concern (the “Candidate List”). On 27 June 2018 lead metal (CAS nr 7439-92-1) was added to the Candidate List.

In accordance with the above this is to inform you that certain electrical and mechanical components in the product may contain lead metal. This is in compliance with current substance restriction legislation and based on legit exemptions in the RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). Lead metal will not leak or mutate from the product during normal use and the concentration of lead metal in the complete product is well below the applicable threshold limit. Please consider local requirements on the disposal of lead at product end of life.

Software version for RED compliance

Software version 3.6.3 or later versions are the only versions allowed to be used in order to comply with the RED directive (2014/53/EU).