B&R ACOPOStrak Review: Specs and Uses of the Track System with High-Speed Diverters
Updated: 7 days ago
The B&R ACOPOStrak is a track system on which each shuttle is moved independently by linear motors. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
The feature that sets ACOPOStrak apart from other independent-shuttle tracks is its diverter. Shuttles are switched between tracks electromagnetically at full speed, with no moving parts, so product flows can be split and merged, bad parts ejected and stations bypassed. Shuttles run at up to 4 m/s, are held by permanent magnets and can be exchanged while the line runs. They come in 50 and 100 mm sizes for 1 to 2 kg, so this is a system for small, fast products. Accuracy is ±50 to 150 µm, and protection is IP65 or IP69K. Acceleration is not listed on the page.
B&R ACOPOStrak at a Glance
Max speed: Up to 4 m/s
Shuttle size: 50 mm or 100 mm
Shuttle payload: 1 kg to 2 kg
Positioning accuracy: ±50 to 150 µm
Force: 85 N to 170 N
Price: on request
B&R ACOPOStrak Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | B&R ACOPOStrak |
Manufacturer | B&R Industrial Automation |
Max speed | Up to 4 m/s |
Shuttle size | 50 mm or 100 mm |
Shuttle payload | 1 kg to 2 kg |
Positioning accuracy | ±50 to 150 µm |
Force | 85 N to 170 N |
Protection | IP65 or IP69K |
Diverters | High-speed, splitting and merging flows |
Segments | Straight, 45 degrees and 22.5 degrees |
Acceleration is not listed on the page.
Design and Build Quality
Tracks are built from straight and curved segments and can include vertical and inclined sections. Shuttles have no cables and are swapped by hand during operation.
Software and Integration
B&R Control
The track is programmed in B&R's Automation Studio with the rest of the machine.
Flow Control
Diverters let software route each shuttle individually.
B&R ACOPOStrak Applications and Use Cases
Bottling and Packaging
Mass customization at line speed.
Product Sorting
Ejecting or rerouting individual items.
Assembly of Small Parts
Parallel stations balance slow processes.
B&R ACOPOStrak Price and Value
B&R does not publish a price for the B&R ACOPOStrak; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the B&R Industrial Automation Company Profile: History, ABB Acquisition and Products.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Diverters at full speed
Up to 4 m/s
Shuttles exchanged during operation
IP69K option
Parallel processing by splitting flows
Cons
1 to 2 kg per shuttle
Acceleration not stated
Requires B&R control
No published price
Who Should Buy the B&R ACOPOStrak?
It fits builders of high-speed packaging and assembly machines for small products with many variants.
B&R ACOPOStrak FAQ
How much does the B&R ACOPOStrak cost?
B&R does not publish a price for the B&R ACOPOStrak; it is quoted on request.
What is the B&R ACOPOStrak?
An intelligent track system with independently controlled shuttles.
How fast is the ACOPOStrak?
Up to 4 m/s.
How much can an ACOPOStrak shuttle carry?
1 kg to 2 kg.
What are ACOPOStrak diverters?
Switches that split and merge shuttle flows at speed.
How accurate is the ACOPOStrak?
±50 to 150 µm.
Is the ACOPOStrak washable?
Versions are rated IP65 or IP69K.
Can shuttles be changed while running?
Yes. They are held by permanent magnets and can be swapped in live operation.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
