There are many variables to consider when choosing the best method to move products through an assembly line. And generally, as the product becomes more complex, so too does the equipment for transporting that product from one assembly station to the next.
Short product life cycles complicate the situation. As products change or volume increases, traditional material handling methods may prove inadequate or counterproductive. The right conveyor technology can help increase productivity and reduce assembly costs. But how do assemblers choose the right conveyor type?