Illinois Tool Works Inc.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATED SINGLE CHANGEOVER WITHIN A STENCIL PRINTER

Abstract:

A method of performing a fully automated, single changeover process within a stencil printer includes identifying at least one item for replacement within the stencil printer, transporting an item to the stencil printer by a single change movable cart, removing a used item identified for replacement and delivering the used item to the movable cart, and installing a new item within the stencil printer from the movable cart. A system to perform a fully automated, single changeover process within a stencil printer includes a single change movable cart configured to transport an item to the stencil printer, remove a used item scheduled for replacement, and install the item within the stencil printer.