Matrix Does It All

The MATRIX family of automated tool dispensers is powered by our unique management software. It can help you:

  • Drive Down Costs
  • Guarantee Production Output
  • Optimize Stock Levels
  • Streamline Purchasing
  • Control Cost Per Unit (CPU)
  • Select the Right Tools for Each Job

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Matrix MAXI

MAXI leads the Matrix range of automated tool dispensers, offering the widest selection of bin options and largest storage capacity. MAXI stands tall with a large capacity and surprisingly small footprint, and also features a sleek ergonomic design. Matrix MAXI is secure, with electronically-locked drawers and bins.

Suitable for a variety of cutting tools and related commodities:

  • Cutters, drills, holders, and blades
  • Inserts
  • Solid Carbide Tooling
  • Gauges
  • Measuring Devices
  • Small to medium sized grinding wheels
  • Fixtures and accessories
  • Small to medium sized industrial commodities

The modular system allows for the customization of drawers & bins:

  • # of drawers per cabinet
  • Height of drawers
  • Drawer configuration and layout
  • Size and quantity of bins in each drawer

No minimum number of drawers required:

  • MAXI units can hold 1-12 drawers per cabinet, depending on drawer heights and number of auto-locks
  • Drawer heights (exterior dimensions):
  • Without Auto-Lock With Auto-Lock
    50MM 2.95" / 75mm 3.94" / 100mm
    75MM 3.94” / 100mm 4.92” / 125mm
    100MM 4.92” / 125mm 5.91” / 150mm
    125MM 5.91” / 150mm 6.90” / 175mm
  • Load weight per drawer:
  • • Up to 110lb (50kg) per drawer (*recommended weight limit)
    • Jumbo 125MM drawer 190lb (90kg).

16 Bin Size Options Available

30 Standard Configuration Drawer options available with multiple bin configurations

Maximum 198 bins per drawer

Auto-Lock mechanism locks drawers & bins when returned (Optional feature per drawer!)

Cabinet weight (varies based on number of drawers & auto-locks):

  • 4-drawer unit with 4 auto-locks: 880lb / ~400kg
  • 12-drawer unit without auto-locks: 1325lb / ~600kg

Cabinet frame includes (4) adjustable legs with removable front panel for forklift access

Cabinet Dimensions:

  • 47" W x 30" D x 58" H
  • 1180mm W x 752mm D x 1469mm H

Available as:

  • Touch
  • • Stand-alone unit complete with PC
    • 17" touch screen monitor
    • UPS (surge protection & power back-up)
    • Barcode reader
    • Network switch
    • MANAGE - Matrix management software
  • POD
  • • Add-on unit without monitor
    • For connection to TOUCH unit
    • An unlimited number of POD units can be connected to a single TOUCH unit; all cabinets are controlled with a single PC through the network

RFID, Fingerprint, and Magnetic card readers are available as optional accessories

Network - All versions can connect directly to the LAN. POD units can also connect to a TOUCH unit

Manual Override system in the case of power failure

Electrical Supply - 110AC +/-10% 4.6A or 220AC +/-10% 2.2A

MAXI Bin Options

Matrix MINI

MINI is the most compact solution in the Matrix range of automated tool dispensers, offering a wide selection of bin options. MINI can go just about anywhere, sitting atop a workbench or a Matrix DLS 4D. Matrix MINI is secure, with electronically locked drawers and bins.

Suitable for a variety of cutting tools:

  • Cutters, drills, holders, and blades
  • Inserts
  • Solid Carbide Tooling
  • Gauges

The modular system allows for the customization of drawers & bins:

  • # of drawers per cabinet
  • Height of drawers
  • Drawer configuration and layout
  • Size and quantity of bins in each drawer

No minimum number of drawers required:

  • MINI units can hold 1-5 drawers per cabinet, depending on drawer heights and number of auto-locks
  • Drawer heights (exterior dimensions):
  • Without Auto-Lock With Auto-Lock
    50MM 2.95" / 75mm 3.94" / 100mm
    75MM 3.94” / 100mm 4.92” / 125mm
    100MM 4.92” / 125mm 5.91” / 150mm
  • Load weight per drawer: Up to 44lb (20kg) per drawer (*recommended weight limit)

16 Bin Size Options Available

20 Standard Configuration Drawer options available with multiple bin configurations

Maximum 96 bins per drawer

Auto-Lock mechanism locks drawers & bins when returned (Optional feature per drawer!)

Cabinet weight (varies based on number of drawers & auto-locks):

  • 4-drawer unit with 4 auto-locks: 365lb / 165kg

Cabinet Dimensions:

  • 34" W x 23" D x 32" H
  • 860mm W x 581mm D x 800mm H

Available as:

  • Touch
  • • Stand-alone unit complete with PC
    • 17" touch screen monitor
    • UPS (surge protection & power back-up)
    • Barcode reader
    • Network switch
    • MANAGE - Matrix management software
  • POD
  • • Add-on unit without monitor
    • For connection to TOUCH unit
    • An unlimited number of POD units can be connected to a single TOUCH unit; all cabinets are controlled with a single PC through the network

RFID, Fingerprint, and Magnetic card readers are available as optional accessories

Network - All versions can connect directly to the LAN. POD units can also connect to a TOUCH unit

Manual Override system in the case of power failure

Electrical Supply - 110AC +/-10% 4.6A or 220AC +/-10% 2.2A

MINI Bin Options

Matrix DLS 4D

DLS 4D is a supplemental storage solution that can be used as a base for a MINI cabinet. Matrix DLS 4D is semi-secure, with 4 electronically locked drawers.

Suitable for a large variety of cutting tools:

  • Cutters, drills, holders, and blades
  • Inserts
  • Solid Carbide Tooling
  • Long and large diameter tools, such as gun drills, slotting cutters, etc
  • Gauges
  • Measuring devices
  • Small to medium sized grinding wheels
  • Fixtures and accessories
  • Small to medium sized industrial commodities

4 drawers per cabinet

External drawer heights:

  • (1) 4" /101mm
  • (2) 6" / 153mm
  • (1) 8" / 203mm
  • Internal height of each drawer is 1" / 25.4mm less than the external height

Load weight per drawer - Up to 397 lbs / 180kg

Partitions supplied with each drawer are pre-installed and bolted to the drawer base but can be changed

  • Each 4” and 6” drawer comes with (5) 24” / 610mm pre-installed partitions
  • Each 8” drawer comes with (3) 24” / 610mm pre-installed partitions

Dividers supplied with each drawer are not pre-installed and may be installed in any available slot

  • Each 4” and 6” drawer comes with (8) 5” / 127mm dividers and (16) 6” /152mm dividers
  • Each 8” drawer comes with (8) 8" / 203mm dividers

Cabinet Dimensions:

  • 36" W x 24" D x 32" H
  • 915mm W x 610mm D x 820mm H

Available as:

  • POD
  • • Add-on unit without monitor
    • For connection to TOUCH unit
    • An unlimited number of POD units can be connected to a single TOUCH unit; all cabinets are controlled with a single PC through the network

Network - All versions can connect directly to the LAN. POD units can also connect to a TOUCH unit

Front Access Forklift Base - 2" / 100mm H

Manual override system in the case of power failure

Electrical supply - single power supply 110-230V

Matrix DLS-V 5D

DLS-V 5D is an electronically locked storage cabinet for managing tool assemblies.

  • Controlled by MATRIX software with option to serialize each tool assembly
  • Up to 3 racks per drawer
  • Rack options:
  • • 6 holes rack for HSK A63 / C6 / 40T
    • 8 holes rack for 30T
  • Adjustable rack height
  • Sits atop DLS 4D or work bench
  • Available as POD version
  • Cabinet dimensions 915mm/36” (W) x 610mm/24” (D) x 1070mm/42” (H) (including Base)

Matrix DLS 8D

DLS 8D is an economical solution with flexible drawer partitions suitable for small and large items that can be used as a stand alone or add on cabinet. Matrix DLS 8D is semi-secure, with 8 electronically locked drawers.

Suitable for a large variety of cutting tools:

  • Cutters, drills, holders, and blades
  • Inserts
  • Solid Carbide Tooling
  • Gauges
  • Small to medium sized grinding wheels
  • Fixtures and accessories
  • Small to medium sized industrial commodities

8 drawers per cabinet

External drawer heights:

  • (3) 4" /101mm
  • (4) 5" / 127mm
  • (1) 8" / 203mm
  • Internal height of each drawer is 1" / 25.4mm less than the external height

Load weight per drawer - Up to 397 lbs / 180kg

Partitions supplied with each drawer are pre-installed and bolted to the drawer base but can be changed

  • Each 4” and 5” drawer comes with (5) 24” / 610mm pre-installed partitions
  • Each 8” drawer comes with (3) 24” / 610mm pre-installed partitions

Dividers supplied with each drawer are not pre-installed and may be installed in any available slot

  • Each 4” and 5” drawer comes with (8) 5” / 127mm dividers and (16) 6” /152mm dividers
  • Each 8” drawer comes with (8) 8" / 203mm dividers

Cabinet Dimensions:

  • 36" W x 24" D x 48" H
  • 915mm W x 610mm D x 1220mm H

Available as:

  • Touch
  • • Stand-alone unit complete with PC
    • 17" touch screen monitor
    • UPS (surge protection & power back-up)
    • Barcode reader
    • Network switch
    • MANAGE - Matrix management software
  • POD
  • • Add-on unit without monitor
    • For connection to TOUCH unit
    • An unlimited number of POD units can be connected to a single TOUCH unit; all cabinets are controlled with a single PC through the network

RFID, fingerprint, and magnetic card readers are available as optional accessories

Network - All versions can connect directly to the LAN. POD units can also connect to a TOUCH unit

Front Access Forklift Base - 4" / 100mm H

Manual override system in the case of power failure

Electrical supply - single power supply 110-230V

Matrix ToolPort

Dispenses single inserts and small items. 100% accountability. Eight drawer and four drawer models.

  • Large capacity / Small footprint → 800 inserts (4D bench-top model) or 1600 inserts (8D free standing model)
  • Control unit houses pc, screen, single power supply 110-230V, barcode reader and touchpad
  • Single or Double size reusable containers store each insert
  • 10 cartridges per drawer
  • 1 SKU per cartridge
  • Each cartridge pre-loaded with 10 Single containers
  • Containers per cartridge – maximum 20 Single or 10 Double
  • Login to open cabinet - Click to issue item/s
  • Each transaction records user, job number and a cost center
  • Usage data is transmitted to MATRIX Manage via interface
  • 8D model Dimensions: 676mm/27” (W) x 630mm/25” (D) x 1475mm/58” (H)
  • 4D model Dimensions: 676mm/27” (W) x 630mm/25” (D) x 905mm/36” (H)
  • Front Access Forklift Base - 4" / 100mm H
  • CE Certified

Matrix WIZ

Reconfigurable sleek modern design, transparent doors, and LED lighting.

  • “DIY” installation
  • WIZ cabinet consists of:
  • • Hood
    • Top and bottom frames
    • Base with forklift access
  • 4-12 doors (lockers) per 2 column frame
  • 6-18 doors (lockers) per 3 column frame
  • Master cabinet houses 1 or 2 controllers – each controller can actuate 32 doors
  • Up to 2 slave cabinets can be connected to a master cabinet
  • Load weight per shelf – 15kg/33lbs
  • Available as a POD (add-on) version
  • Manual override in case of power failure
  • Direct network connection
  • Single power supply 12V 15A per cabinet
  • Cabinet color - black (RAL9005)
  • Cabinet dimensions – 2070mm/81.5” (H) x 914mm/36” (W) x 457mm/18” (D)
  • 6 door options / locker dimensions:

  Door
Code
H
mm
W
mm
D
mm
H″ W″ D″
2 Col.
Frame
2C-S 157 457 457 6 18 18
2C-D 305 457 457 12 18 18
2C-T 457 457 457 18 18 18
3 Col.
Frame
3C-S 157 305 457 6 12 18
3C-D 305 305 457 12 12 18
3C-T 457 305 457 18 12 18

Matrix POUCH

Always the Right Tools for the Job

  • MATRIX POUCH reads Balluff chip on tool adaptor
  • Data string with tool assembly parts is transmitted to MATRIX
  • Quick “error proof” access to approved tools
  • Compatible with common adaptor types and sizes RFID
  • Requires MATRIX software license v6.5 or higher

Matrix RTLS

100% Visibility Anywhere on the Shop Floor

  • MATRIX Real Time Location System tracks production assets that move around on the shop floor
  • Reduced time locating production assets
  • Increased utilization of production assets
  • Easy to implement
  • IoT hardware includes:
  • • BLE (Bluetooth low energy) beacon - attached to each tracked asset - transmits a signal with a unique ID
    • Gateway - installed at each location, like machine tool or tool crib - receives the beacon’s signal and transmits location data to MATRIX
  • Track → Gauges; Measuring Devices; Test Equipment, Production Fixtures etc.
  • Requires MATRIX software license v6.5 or higher

Android

Tool Crib Management from the Palm of Your Hand

  • MATRIX app manages traditional warehouse and tool room
  • Records transactions via Wi-Fi connection to networked MATRIX data base
  • Compatible with any Android device, preferably with a built-in 1D/2D scanner
  • Requires MATRIX software license v6.5 or higher

Matrix Manage

Comprehensive PC Application to manage your entire stock of cutting tools, gauges & MRO, in a MATRIX cabinet or regular warehouse.

Reports

  • A complete suite of standard and customized reports in Excel, HTML, PDF & new Smartphone format
  • Automatic delivery via email
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KPIs

  • Analyzer dashboard and item analytics provide overview of key performance indicators
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Control

  • Automatic calculation of re-order points Streamline purchasing
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No Downtime

  • Sophisticated planning engine
  • Maximum availability – Minimum stock
  • What you need – when you need it
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Productivity

  • CPU and Tool Life Calculator
  • Benchmarking for continuous improvement
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Transparency

  • Full item & supplier maintenance: prices, stock, locations, technical data and usage history
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Connectivity

  • Interfaces with SAP and Machining Cloud
  • Export/Import interface with ERP systems
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User-Friendly

  • Link photos and documents to items
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Customized Data

  • Build an Advanced report to “Mine” the data you need – then schedule a customized calculation for improved analytics
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