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choice for Eiratech. A custom HepcoMotion HD applications from harsh, dirty environments, to
ring was used, with a bespoke outer gear. clean room environments and everything in
Maximising efficiency and improving accuracy, between, HepcoMotion’s durable products provide a
Eiratech offers an enticing automated solution for long system life. Celebrating its 50th anniversary
warehouses. this year, Hepco has a strong heritage built on a
wealth of experience. Reliability has been proven
Reliably reliable time and time again with over half a century of
With the focus on speed and consistency to achieve applications. A further benefit is that spare parts
quick orders, reliability of components is crucial. are available for old systems - even those bought 50
The introduction of so-called dark factories, run years ago – providing much-needed longevity to
entirely by robots with no need for artificial light or investments.
human presence further compounds the need for
reliable systems. Unplanned downtime can be a Keep downtime down
manufacturer’s worst nightmare, potentially causing Consumers now expect their online purchases to be
a backlog of products that can cost the company delivered faster than ever before, which means
thousands. If a customer places an order with a those responsible for shipping and delivery need to
next day delivery expectation, being just a day late operate around the clock. As such, many
is extremely damaging to the company. warehousing operations operate a 24/7 schedule.
HepcoMotion’s proven V guide technology is Minimising downtime is therefore key. Systems that
consistently used for this very reason; reliability. can deliver continuous operation, without the need
Used across a broad range of industries and to be regularly stopped for routine maintenance

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