In this advanced setup, the delivery conveyors for preplated roof members are positioned exclusively above the outfeed rollers, creating an efficient, streamlined workflow. This configuration provides a clear, uninterrupted path for completed trusses to be slid onto the outfeed rollers while new, preplated members are delivered directly to the assembly tables. By utilizing only the space above the outfeed rollers, the system maximizes floor space, reducing congestion around the assembly area and freeing up valuable space within the facility.

This overhead delivery solution not only improves workflow efficiency but also enhances safety by maintaining organized pathways around the tables. The clear division of incoming and outgoing material flows allows operators to work faster and more effectively, enabling a continuous and efficient cycle of truss production without compromising workspace.

The Avalon Robotics Linear Saw Infeed System is a robust and versatile solution tailored for high-efficiency linear saws such as the Alpine ALS, Mitek Blade, Hundegger, and Vekta. This system uses advanced conveyance technology to move bunks of lumber, varying in size, to designated pick positions. With a single loading position, operators can easily place bunks onto the conveyor, simplifying the loading process.

Once in place, a cable robot quickly and accurately picks multiple pieces of lumber from the pick positions and delivers them directly to the saw infeed. This efficient transfer and handling system minimizes manual intervention, speeds up the loading process, and ensures a continuous and steady supply of materials to the saw. The Linear Saw Infeed System enhances productivity, reduces handling time, and maintains a streamlined flow of lumber, making it an ideal choice for automated and high-output production environments.

Watch as we move a massive 30ft truss with ease using a single pick and single place setup. This video shows the precision, strength, and reliability of our robotic truss handling system—designed to make even the largest trusses manageable. Perfect for showcasing how automation can handle heavy lifting in the component manufacturing industry.

Installed at a large home improvement retailer, this advanced lumber-picking system brings a new level of convenience and safety to the shopping experience. Using a robotic arm on a guided track, the system efficiently manages and picks lumber stored in a multi-layered racking structure. The racks are designed to hold different sizes and types of lumber—like 2x4x10s and 4x4x6s—on two primary picking layers, with a third layer dedicated to additional storage.

A customer simply selects their desired lumber type and quantity through a digital interface, for example, 10 pieces of 2x4x10 and 2 pieces of 2x12x12. Once selected, they can continue shopping while the system automatically calculates the optimal picking order to ensure a safe, balanced stack. The robot retrieves the requested items, organizes them, and sends the assembled stack through an automatic banding machine, securely preparing the order for pickup.

By the time the customer is ready to leave, their lumber is bundled and ready for easy pickup—eliminating the need for heavy lifting and reducing the risk of injury. This innovative installation at a home improvement retailer enhances shopper safety, saves time, and makes the lumber-buying experience smoother and more efficient.

Watch our cable robot in action as it performs a simple truss move. Picking from a single position and placing in a single destination. This demonstration shows the foundation of automated truss handling: precise, reliable, and efficient. By starting with a single pick and single place, we can build up to more complex stacking and sorting operations that transform how trusses are moved in the plant.

If you’re interested in how automation can reshape truss handling and material flow, this is the perfect starting point. Stay tuned for the next videos in this series, where we explore multi-pick, multi-place, and advanced stacking strategies.

The Avalon Robotics Door Picking System is an intelligent robotic solution designed to select and organize doors directly from storage racks, enhancing operational efficiency and flexibility. This system identifies, selects, and arranges doors according to the specific sequence required for production or installation.
With advanced recognition and handling technology, the Door Picking System carefully lifts and organizes doors into a precise order, ready for the next stages of production. By streamlining the picking and stacking process, it ensures that doors are accessible in the correct order, reducing production delays and improving workflow. This automation minimizes manual handling, lowers the risk of door damage, and supports a more organized and efficient manufacturing environment.