A precision vibratory bowl feeder is a proven solution for feeding tiny parts and is widely used in automation. It can singulate all kinds of components so that downstream automatic-assembly equipment can place each part in its correct position, or so that automatic machining equipment can process the parts. The same units can also be used for sorting, inspection, counting and packaging—making them truly intelligent, high-tech products.
In the electronics industry alone there are thousands of different miniature parts, and getting them all aligned does not always require a traditional precision bowl feeder. Below, “Little Dan” introduces several alternative feeding solutions.

1. Part Alignment (Orienting) Machine
This machine is fundamentally different from a conventional vibratory bowl. It is a stand-alone automation device in which mechanical linkages drive trays that align the parts. A precision motor drives a crankshaft that imparts a rocking motion to the plate, while a PLC and touch-screen give full control. The machine itself is a standardized platform; Danikor offers many sizes for different applications, satisfying virtually any market requirement.
2. Flexible Vibratory Bowl Feeder
Danikor’s flexible feeder uses several special motors that generate high-frequency vibration, giving precise control over how parts hop, flip and settle. When the motors vibrate, parts on the tray bounce and tumble; an industrial camera then identifies the top/bottom orientation and exact location of each part, after which a robot can pick it up.
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Advantages for small parts:
? Universal compatibility—handles many different parts.
? Recognizes required orientation; no jamming, mis-picks or scratching.
? Mixed parts can be distinguished and sorted.
? Product change-over is quick: simply adjust parameters—no mechanical re-tooling—cutting labor and raising throughput.
? Works with existing robots and user-friendly vision systems to enable unattended production.
3. When to Choose Which Technology
For flat, irregular or frequently changing parts, traditional bowl feeders require a complete redesign every time the part is updated.
Flexible bowl feeders are ideal for small-to-medium sized parts in automated lines, including delicate or easily damaged components. They can be re-configured in minutes to match new production tasks or shop-floor changes, allowing one line to manufacture many different products in small batches. This dramatically reduces trial-and-error costs.
Danikor Automation specializes in turnkey alignment-machine solutions. With a portfolio of self-developed orienting equipment, we help customers cut labor costs and build truly flexible factories.