Step Feeders
Precision step-up part delivery for controlled applications.
Stepper feeders are aptly named because they feed bulk parts from a hopper bin where they are carried up to the tooling feature by a combination of moving and stationary reciprocating plates, shelves or “Steps”.
The drive method of the steps can be either electric or pneumatic. Once oriented, the parts then are stored in a conveyor or vibratory inline track system to the machine station.
The linear section performs the high tolerance selection process of the parts to their required orientation. The parts that aren’t oriented 100%, are then gently returned to the hopper bin, via a gravity chute or powered conveyor, where they are “stepped” up the feeder once again.
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Quiet Operation
Lower Maintenance
Metered Feeding
Gentle Part Handling
Vibration Free Feeding
Low Load Height
Handles Oily Parts
Feeds a Wide Variety of Parts
Custom Configurations
Compact footprint
Ability to handle multiple part variants
Excellent for fragile or stackable parts
Benefits of Vibratory Feeders
Custom-Designed Feeders for Every Need
Vibromatic Step Feeders are available in both Right Hand, (RH) and Left Hand, (LH) configurations as well as various heights and step sizes to feed and orient a wide variety of parts.
The Vibromatic Step Feeder is easily customizable. Our engineered-designed feeder can be modified to accommodate:
Multiple Sizes and Styles
Various size and shapes of parts by modifying the step width
Step Thickness
From 3/8” up to 2.00”, with the ability to increase further based on your application requirements
Bin Size
Ranges from ¼ cubic foot to 2 cubic feet, with optional secondary hoppers available in standard sizes
Custom Configurations
Drive configuration and cycle time to suit your specific application
Materials Used
Including Stainless Steel, Tool Steel, Aluminum, and even plastics like Delrin or UHMW
Systems Accessories
Tailor-Made For Your Feeder
Vibromatic designs mechanisms to fit your specific part handling systems, including centrifugal parts feeders, flexible parts feeders, stepper feeders, or vibratory bowl feeders to provide you with complete turnkey solutions.
Tracks
Controllers
Bulk Supply Hoppers
Sound & Dust Enclosures
Escapement Devices
Industry Applications
Vibratory feeders are primarily used to orient, sort, and deliver parts or materials reliably and efficiently into automated production systems.
Automotive & General Manufacturing
- Feeding and orienting small components (screws, clips, pins, fasteners) into automated assembly equipment
- Transferring bulk parts from hoppers to machining or assembly stations
- Supporting high-speed, consistent production workflows
Electronics
- Delivering small, precise components into automated assembly systems
- Orienting delicate parts before insertion or fastening processes
Food Processing & Packaging
- Moving bulk ingredients (powders or granules) into processing equipment
- Feeding packaging components into filling and sealing machines
- Ensuring controlled product flow to reduce clogging or overfeeding
Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Manufacturing
- Feeding pills, vials, syringes, or medical components into inspection, filling, or packaging systems
- Maintaining precise, sanitary handling of small, delicate parts
Packaging & Consumer Products
- Sorting and orienting parts before final packaging
- Delivering components in a consistent, timed sequence to packaging lines
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Our systems are built to last with long-term service, refurbish, and upgrade options.
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