Evana Automation Specialists, a leading Systems Integrator and builder of custom, automated assembly and test systems, recently shipped two custom test cells to a leading manufacturer of hydraulic drive products. The cells, which will be integrated into new assembly lines, will test hydrostatic transmission drive units.

The operator will load a drive unit on a pallet and place it in the test cell. The cell will detect that it is the correct model and activate appropriate tests. Next, the cell will engage the drive unit and test it for functionality, as well as key performance parameters. Once complete, the unit will discharge to the operator for removal and packaging.

“The intricate test cells will be integrated into new assembly lines,” said Randy Wire, general manager of Evana Automation Specialists. “The entire Evana team did an exceptional job of working closely with the customer, from the beginning of the process to the end.”

Evana, a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries (PSI), utilizes diverse technologies to specialize in motion control, robotics integration, welding integration and system architecture by linking production equipment, material handling systems, data collection, networking, as well as computer software and hardware into flexible, unified technology. Test equipment can be integrated into assembly systems, stand-alone systems for automatic testing, or manual test benches. Overall, Evana's custom assembly and test solutions improve efficiency for manufacturers all over the world in industries like automotive, healthcare, aerospace, defense, and alternative energy, as well as manufacturers of commercial and consumer products.