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Mini Angular Grippers fit into small electronic applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:34 -0500

Available in 8 different sizes starting at 12 x 10 x 26 mm, MGW800 Series is suited for assemblies and multiple pick-and-place applications. Grippers offer grip torque up to 39.36 lbf-in. and stroke per jaw of 37.5°. Miniature size allows manifolding through bottom mounting surface, eliminating side air fittings. Jaw position, whether opened or closed, can be sensed through use of magnetic sensors, providing positive feedback.

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Internal Diameter Gripper manipulates breakable/heavy parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:09 -0500

Distributing force evenly over entire contact area, Internal Diameter Gripper (IDG) is designed for heavy, fragile, and irregular shaped parts. Product grips and releases on command. Rubber strips ensure secure grip, while customizable nose adapter can be used for locating or part stabilization.

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Finger Grippers suit limited space applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:27:04 -0500

Available in sizes 40 and 50, Compact Class JGP 2-Finger Parallel Gripper and JGZ 3-Finger Gripper feature oval piston and round piston, respectively, plus rigid T-slot guidance for precise and fail-safe handling. Monitoring for both grippers can be carried out with inductive proximity switches or magnetic slot switches.

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Standardized Platform helps develop specific robotic cells.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:29:53 -0500

As building block used to develop specialized robotic cells that perform one or more industrial operation, Universal Small Cell (USC) reduces mechanical and electrical engineering design efforts as well as labor and assembly. Pre-engineered features provide elements common to all robotic applications, including IRB 1410/1600/2400 robot with IRC 5 controller and graphical HMI teach pendant, 180 manual index 2-station positioner, as well as cell safety equipment and perimeter guarding.

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Pneumatic Angular Grippers feature fail safe lock.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:09 -0500

Offering gripping forces from 20-200 lb, 3-jaw Models AGA-23, AGA-33, AGA-43, and AGA-53 feature stroke-limiting screws to adjust stroke from 0-180°. When jaws are completely opened, work piece can be placed in fixture without having to retract gripper. Toggle mechanism increases in power as jaws near fully closed position and become self-locking when past parallel. All units are double acting with multiple air ports and mounting locations.

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Pneumatic Gripper Rotary Modules offer 80 combinations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:28:12 -0500

Combining zero-backlash rotary actuator, manifold, and parallel gripper, AGM Swivel/Gripper Modules provide solution for pick-and-place applications. Internal porting prevents airlines from twisting, rubbing, and snagging outside unit. With gripper stroke length of .25 in., smallest module in series can generate up to 5 lb-in. torque at 80 psi and up to 20 lb gripping force. Largest module has ratings of 250 lb-in. torque, 130 lb gripping force, and 4 in. stroke.

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Robotic System is engineered for job shop automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 12 May 2009 08:43:05 -0500

Designed for use with small to mid sized CNC mills, lathes, and grinding machines, Minuteman XA add-on robotic automation system can be specified with Fanuc articulated robotic arm or gantry style automation. It facilitates real time changeover by using pre tooled/set-up kits for repeat jobs, and also allows for unattended night time operation. Options are available for different material loading, such as bowl feeders, conveyors, trays, or combinations of these.

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Bag Gripper aids in palletizing plastic or paper bags.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:08:23 -0500

Featuring lightweight aluminum frame construction, Bag Gripper is used to palletize woven plastic or paper bags containing products including grain, chemicals, dog food, minerals, and plastic resins. It uses stainless steel fingers with customized finger pitch to match roller conveyor. Over-center linkage design keeps fingers shut in case of pneumatic or electric loss ensuring that bag is not dropped. Optional pallet hooks and slip sheet vacuum cups are also available.

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Gripper includes inductive sensor for feedback.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 01 May 2009 08:27:39 -0500

Equipped with 2 large pneumatic plungers, Model GR04.130F grips die-cast parts in injection molding industry. Inductive sensor provides feedback signal for process safety. With cogged surface of gripper jaws and retention force of 95 N, gripper provides secure hold on any workpiece, eliminating slippage. Wear resistance is ensured by hard-coated surfaces of gripper and gripper jaws.

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Swivel Stand Systems support robot or machinery up to 550 lb.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:50 -0500

Offering repeatable positioning for automated operations, swivel stand systems RSS-1000 and RSS-2000 allow robot to swivel out of way for access during set-up or maintenance. Mounting pattern can be set to custom specifications with various heights and arm lengths available. Featuring gear clamp for fast release, RSS-2000 will index every 3° over entire 360° rotation.

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Gripper Rotary Unit has miniaturized, focused design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:45:30 -0500

For production/assembly of minuscule components, miniaturized RP gripper rotary unit is comprised of RM rotary module with pneumatic parallel gripper based on MPG. Rotary module sizes 08 and 10 can be combined with gripper sizes 12, 16, and 20, while gripper can be equipped with 2 different types of ID/OD gripping force safety devices. Angle of rotation of mini rotation modules is 190°, and end position accuracy reaches ±0.05°. Drive torque is 0.107 Nm (RM 08) or 0.224 Nm (RM10).

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Pad Printing Work Station adapts to application.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 08:34:41 -0500

Adaptable to manufacturing and assembly applications as well as product marking and decorating, XE-Robot features 4-axis SCARA robot that is programmed to select from 6 pads of different shapes and sizes, and pick up variety of inked images from 6 cliches, each with its own ink cup. Two-axis fixture assembly allows printing on 5 sides of part, in multiple locations on each side. Robot can be programmed to retrieve pick-and-place hand, which can load and unload parts on fixture between cycles.

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Robotic Tool Changer handles payloads up to 2,650 lb.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:24:56 -0500

Model QC-1210 Heavy Automation Tool Changer features 3 failsafe locking mechanisms to ensure high-moment capacity and strength. System incorporates separate modules that can be mounted on any of 6 flats and has 3 Ready-to-Lock sensors, which detect when tool plate is within 0.06 in. of master plate to make sure they are parallel. No-Touch Locking(TM) technology allows up to 0.10 in. plate separation when locking and all locking parts are made of Rc 58 stainless steel.

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Vacuum Handling System is configurable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:37:01 -0500

With ability to handle weights to 614 lb/ft², modular vacuum handling system line of robotic end-of-arm tooling features independent and auto-regulated valve system. Multiple heads configured in series require only one turbine per head, and each gripper has one valve that is auto-regulated to open and close. Gripping power remains constant for grippers.

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Food-Safe Gripper features hygienic design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:36:06 -0500

Designed for food-handling applications, GGL3060 features corrosion-resistant, stainless steel design that is sealed to IP69K standards and withstands high-pressure and high-temperature washdown cleanings. Angular design provides up to 24 lb-ft of gripping torque, and ability to swing open to 180° enables jaws to clear material below gripper. Solution meets DIN 1672-2 guidelines for hygienic food production machinery, and also features jaw position sensors.

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Robotic End-of-Arm Tooling features RFID tag technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:38:16 -0500

SAS EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) RFID features tags that automatically ensure correct tooling is working with corresponding operation and equipment. It identifies when correct gripper is mounted to robot running application program and confirms critical equipment is installed. System has built-in I/O for up to 8 channels of RFID and supports PROFIBUS®-DP, DeviceNet(TM), Modbus-TCP, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP(TM). Data carriers use FRAM storage technology and are rated up to 210°C.

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Robotic Grippers are designed to handle high payloads.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:29 -0500

Manipulated via MCS external controller, EGN 80 and 160 servo electric 2-finger parallel grippers have 8 and 16 mm stroke per finger, respectively. Design allows flexible adjustment and control of gripping force, speed, position, and acceleration of gripper fingers. Along with gripping forces up to 1,000 N, products offer capability of pre-positioning gripper fingers to minimize closing times and maximize cycle rates.

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Robot Controllers integrate within existing equipment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:53:10 -0500

Supplied in chassis form, panel-mount robot controllers measure 250 mm deep and are designed to facilitate application planning, set up, operation, and maintenance of single or multiple robot cells. Each unit controls up to 4 robots, and separate modules specifically address robot control, axis drives, and process control. Technologies are included for optimization of motions for all robots and external axes as well as fully synchronous operation of multiple robots.

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Spring Loaded Gripper Arm is intended for vacuum cups.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 22 May 2008 08:03:02 -0500

Suited for tools requiring electrostatic charge using IML, Gripper Arm is designed with Delron and aluminum to keep tool lightweight, electrically insulated, and wear resistant. Internal spring prevents contamination from process or production environment, while threaded shaft with jam nuts allows for plate mounting of gripper arm. With ability to reduce robot wear and tear, gripper is also end ported for vacuum and keeps fittings away from other components such as vacuum cups.

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Collet Gripper handles delicate or rugged objects.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:40:55 -0500

Enabling collet to grip part on either O.D. or I.D., C-8800 Heavy-Duty 5C Collet Gripper can rapidly pick and place uniformly sized objects, and features pneumatically adjustable 360° clamping force for parts transfer. Unit can also function as workholding device for grinding, deburring, or polishing operations.

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