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RAPID - Screw Feeding System

Effortless Integration, Maximum Performance

Discover the power of precision and productivity with Desoutter’s RAPID screw feeding system—an advanced automation solution engineered to streamline your assembly operations. Designed for high-performance environments, RAPID ensures accurate screw delivery, minimizes manual handling, and significantly enhances throughput across a wide range of tightening applications. Trusted by leaders in the automotive, electronics, and general manufacturing industries, RAPID is the go-to solution where speed, reliability, and precision are non-negotiable. Whether you're optimizing a manual workstation or integrating into a fully automated line, RAPID delivers the performance and flexibility your production demands.

Discover the RAPID Screw Feeding System

Desoutter high-Speed, Automated Screw Delivery for Precision Assembly

What is Screw Feeding System ? Discover the RAPID
Rapid Screw Feeder on a Cobot

RAPID's key features

1

Compatibility

Fully compatible with different kinds of screws, screwdrivers, handlers, fasteners and controllers

2

Multiple stroke module options

which fit all tightening directions

3

Optional functions

Dynamic Reaction Torque / online calibration function

4

Choice of feeder system

Step feeder or bowl feeder

5

Multiple types of loading heads

including auto-feeding, vacuum version for hard-to-reach points and pick & place

6

Optional pneumatic panel & logic control

to simplify integration

2 types of feeders
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Step feeder
  • Fill volume : 2.0L or 5.0L
  • Reduced friction, particles and noise
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Bowl feeder
  • Fill volume: 0.4L, 1.0L or 3.0L
  • Simple structure and easy maintenance
4 types of tightening modules
Automatic station Auto-feeding

Screws are blown through the feed hose to the loading head

RAPID: automatic station auto-feeding

Automatic station Pick & Place

Screws are automatically picked up by the vacuum tube and placed into the tightening point

RAPID: automatic station pick and place

Hand-held station Auto-feeding

Screws are blown through the feed hose to the loading head

RAPID: hand-held station pick and place

Hand-held station Pick & Place

Screws are manually picked by the vacuum tube, placed to the tightening point and then start tightening

RAPID: hand held station auto-feeding

Curious about the hidden features of RAPID?

Download the Rapid leaflet to discover more!

Rapid's key benefits

Reliability and precision in every screw

Modularity

  • Optional Z-axis head stroke

  • Vacuum types for hard to reach points

  • Vertical down, horizontal or bottom up direction

  • Auto-feeding or pick & place types to fit your needs

Flexibility

  • Screw distribution, Screw mixing

  • Combined auto-feeding and pick & place

  • Additional fill volume

  • Optional screw particle cleaner, Optional logic control by Rapid

Quality & Reliability

  • Error-proof design

  • Validated solution before shipment

  • Quick reset from potential screw jam without tools

  • Maintenance friendly

Flexibility provides freedom!

Get the best-fit build topology based on your specific needs including: cycle time, product design and prod

Rapid distributor

1 feeder for 1 or multiple tightening modules.

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They trust the RAPID

In their own words

The partnership between Desoutter and Autoliv is fruitful, stemming from effective collaboration. Together, we are working on innovative projects, enhancing efficiency and quality for our customers.

Sylvain Perrault

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