Conventional transfer systems often work well until production requirements change. More variants, smaller batches and shorter delivery windows can make fixed product movement a limitation.

When every product follows the same path at the same speed, machine builders have less freedom to adapt process steps, inspection points or handling sequences. Format changes can require more mechanical effort, and individual production designs become harder to realize.

A modular transport solution gives engineers more flexibility. Instead of moving all carriers in one fixed sequence, individual carriers can move independently through the machine. This helps create flexible production systems that can adapt faster to different product types, process steps and machine layouts.

The Multicarrier System MCS® is not a standard catalog product. It is planned and engineered for the specific machine concept together with experts from Festo and Siemens.

If you want to explore related technologies first, start with our solution areas behind flexible machine motion. Electro-mechanics help create precise linear and rotary motion. Handling systems support coordinated movement for pick-and-place, positioning and transfer tasks. Simple electric automation solutions can be useful when machine functions need controlled electric motion with straightforward integration.

These related areas help you understand the building blocks behind modular transport solutions and innovative machine designs before moving into an MCS® project discussion.