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278 SuperTrak™ GEN3 System Operation and Maintenance Manual
Rev. 9 (12-2021)
Glossary
Encoder assembly Bracket that contains the printed circuit board (PCB) with the encoder
readers installed on the SuperTrak linear motor sections. Reads the
encoder strips in the shuttle encoder assembly which is used by the
SuperTrak controller to determine the position of shuttles.
Encoder strip A magnetic strip located on the pallet that is read by the encoder
assembly for position feedback.
E-turn References a 180 deg. section (500 mm).
Frame A metal base that can be used to set up the SuperTrak conveyance
platform system off the floor. SuperTrak GEN3 Frames are designed
to work with SuperTrak conveyance platforms.
Gateway network An ATS proprietary network, implemented using standard Ethernet
cables; however, it is not Ethernet and should not be connected to
Ethernet devices. It connects an array of gateway boards to the
controller.
GEN3 Third generation.
Guarding A protective barrier surrounding automated equipment to prevent
access to moving devices and to guard users from potentially
hazardous conditions.
ISO International Organization for Standardization
ISO is an international organization composed of national standards
bodies from over 75 countries.
Lockout The placement of a locking device (such as a padlock) on an energy
isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, to
make sure that the energy isolating device and the equipment being
controlled cannot be operated until the locking device is removed.
Used in combination with tagout.
Master pallet A SuperTrak pallet that is stored in a safe place and is only installed
on the SuperTrak to verify nominal settings.
Motor assembly References the hardware that powers the SuperTrak conveyance
platform. The motor is mounted in an extruded outer frame that
protects and encloses all the working elements of a section. It
assembly incorporates the magnetic laminations, coils, drive
electronics and controller for a track section.
Pallet A movable base on which parts can be placed. A pallet can be
partitioned to hold more than one part. A pallet may also be referred
to as a shuttle.
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