RAM Electronics Industries, Pennsauken, NJ-based manufacturer of custom harnesses, requires versatility and portability because of the variable nature of its work. Using pneumatic cable tie installation tools for cable tie installation, RAM Electronics encountered assembly challenges because pneumatic power is not widespread throughout RAM''s facility. The company also needed to install cable ties on the custom harnesses faster and more ergonomically.
To solve these problems, RAM Electronics purchased the AT2000 automatic cable tie installation system from HellermannTyton. The AT2000 completely installs the cable ties to the wire harnesses by bundling, tensioning, and flush cutting in less than 1 second. Cable ties are installed quickly with one easy trigger depression, increasing productivity while decreasing labor. And the electric-powered device allows RAM Electronics flexibility with all its assembly because pneumatic power is not required.
"The AT2000 is highly versatile since it does not need any air to run the tool. Just plug it in, load the ties and you''re off and running," comments Edwin Lafferty of RAM Electronics. Automating the assembly of cable tie installation allows RAM Electronics to become more flexible, given that the AT2000 is adaptive to a variety of environments.
The ergonomic design of the AT2000 features a comfortable grip, ideal balance, and a low weight that contributes to operators'' satisfaction. Lafferty remarks that the "operators love this tool." RAM Electronics'' operators have the capability of positioning the tool system wherever it is needed. In addition to using the AT2000 as a handheld tool system, RAM Electronics is also using the bench mount configuration so that it is easier for operators to install cable ties repetitively on an assembly line.
In addition to productivity gains, RAM Electronics benefits from the ergonomic benefits associated with using automation. "It is easy to manipulate the automatic tool and bundle, making it very ergonomic for the operators," Lafferty remarks.
In addition to supplying cable tie tool systems, HellermannTyton''s tool support group ensures the tools are set up and running to maximum efficiencies. Lafferty comments that HellermannTyton''s support "is topnotch. They never let me down." From implementation through all phases of use, HellermannTyton''s technical support ensures that the AT2000 works seamlessly for RAM Electronics.
HellermannTyton manufactures a variety of automatic cable tie installation systems for assembly applications. The AT2060 and ATS3080 allow operators to receive the benefits of automation while bundling diameters over 3 in.