Automated Buffer System at Haldex Brake Products

In 2018, Q-System delivered a comprehensive automation solution to Haldex Brake Products in Landskrona, Sweden. The goal was to support Haldex in bringing their previously outsourced painting process in-house and streamline the internal flow.

Key Components of the Solution

• Multi-level buffer system
  9 lanes across, 3 levels high – with a total capacity of up to 324 pallets
• Robotic cell
  3 industrial robots handle picking of parts from a powered in-feed roller conveyor
• Automated pallet transport
  Integrated AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) and a Q-Loader move pallets between buffer zones and the painting cell

System Functionality

To support the new automated painting line, the solution had to:

• Handle heavy pallets
• Provide efficient buffering of both unpainted and painted parts
• Minimize manual handling to improve both productivity and ergonomics

We delivered a custom medium conveyor system featuring:

• 15 in-feed gravity roller conveyors
  Holds up to 180 pallets with unpainted parts
• 12 out-feed conveyors
  Holds up to 144 pallets with painted parts

Controlled and Safe Pallet Handling

To ensure smooth and safe pallet flow:

• Brake rollers were installed to prevent uncontrolled pallet movement
• Separation stops were added to allow controlled release of pallets for collection

Results for Haldex Brake Products

• Manual pallet handling eliminated
• Improved efficiency and safer working conditions
• Full integration with the automated painting line

This tailored automation setup has helped Haldex increase throughput and reduce physical strain on workers – while maintaining full control of internal logistics.