Vibratory Bowl Feeder

The goods that we use and take for granted go through processes involving specialized machinery before they get to us. One such machine is the vibratory bowl feeder.

What is a vibratory bowl feeder?

A vibratory bowl feeder, also known as a bowl feeder system, vibratory bowl, or bowl feeder, is a type of feeding equipment that uses vibration to feed small parts or components into a machine in a specific orientation. The bowl-shaped device contains a spiral track that guides the parts as they are vibrated and fed upward by the motion of the bowl. This type of feeder is commonly used in automated assembly and packaging operations to ensure that parts are properly oriented and positioned before they are inserted into a machine or packaging.

What are some types and examples of vibratory feeders?

Multiple types of vibratory feeders are available, each with its own unique mechanisms, to achieve the desired result. Common examples include inline vibratory feeders, screw bowl feeders, vibratory hopper feeders, and linear vibratory feeders. Inline vibratory feeders are designed to plug in directly to a production line. Unlike some equipment that stands on its own and needs human inputs to work, these integrate directly into a production process to create a fully automated production line. Screw bowl feeders are a special type of vibratory bowl feeder that features screws or augers to push products through to the downstream process. They provide good dosing precision and are used for materials like powders and flours. Hopper vibratory feeders hold a big volume of parts and materials, which are then fed downstream into another process, typically another vibratory feeder, which refines the orientation and feed rate of the parts and materials from the hopper feeder. Linear vibratory feeders differ from bowl feeders in that they do not feature a bowl-shaped processing mechanism. Instead, they feature linear conveyors to which vibratory processing inputs are applied. They are used for sorting for manufacturing and logistics processes. Users who would like to save money may want to make their own custom DIY vibratory bowl feeder from vibratory bowl feeder cad models online.