SCHUNK
Morrisville, NC 27560
Extended Life Chuck meets pipe threading demands.
Available in sizes from 470–1,000 mm with bore diameters from 185–560 mm, TB2 minimizes cycle times- via exhaust system- with max venting rate. Product life is extended via wear- and corrosion-resistant coating- as well as- sealed base jaws that eliminate chance of contamination. To reduce maintenance, lubrication system allows for accelerated and even lubrication of entire chuck through...
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New Sizes for the WSG Series
The WSG series of servo-electric 2-Finger Parallel Grippers are versatile, sensitive and simple to use. They are designed for parts handling and assembly processes where high flexibility or sensitivity are required. SCHUNK has now expanded the series with a long-stroke version and a compact small parts version. The WSG has a long stroke which allows reliable handling of different components and...
Read More »Perfect Partners for Automated Pallet Change
The NSA plus module for the VEROS quick change pallet system ensures maximum preci-sion for automated machine loading. The extra low installation height means plenty of space is left in the machine room while the robust design guarantees a secure hold, even at rough machining. The VERO-S NSA plus palletizing module achieves pull-in forces of up to 20,000 N. The holding forces are higher than...
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Hydraulic Toolholder supports milling, drilling, and reaming.
Suited for high volume cutting, TENDO E compact can safely transfer torques up to 384 lb-ft at 20 mm clamping diameter. Universal toolholder provides vibration damping and precise run out accuracy of less than 0.0001 in. at 2.5 x D, protecting machine spindle and cutting tool from damage. Common spindle connections are available, including HSK-A63, SK40, BT40, CAT40, and CAT50 interfaces.
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Pneumatic Vise achieves repeat accuracy up to 0.01 mm.
Featuring one-piece rigid base body, TANDEM KSP+64 achieves gripping forces up to 4,500 N. Unit features 64 mm footprint that allows multiple units to be closely mounted, up to 16 vises in 1 ft-². Variety of jaws allows for flexibility and customization, and each jaw can stroke 2 mm in 0.06 seconds. Self-centering clamping force block is also available in 100, 160, and 250 mm sizes.
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Quick Change Pallet System offers 40,000 N pull-down force.
Featuring hardened stainless steel base body, clamping pin, and clamping slide, VERO-S Module clamps workpieces, pallets, clamping stations, existing fixtures, and tombstones with one or more clamping pins. System features radial-aligned clamping slides that pull in clamping pin and lock it. Exact positioning is accomplished via short taper and radial location is done via diamond pin, assuring...
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Integrated Micro Valves increase actuation speed by 100%.
Compact valve box directly attaches to PGN-plus gripper and helps increase actuation speed by up to 100% while simultaneously reducing compressed air consumption and energy expenditure. With valve box VB, piston area of actuator is immediately filled. This reduces air consumption and shortens cycle times. Provided with air and electrical signals through central connections, product can be...
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Toolholder Extension features hydraulically clamped design.
Transforming precision toolholders into versatile units for narrow spaces independent from spindle interface, TENDO-SVL Hydraulic Expansion Extension is available in 4 sizes with shank diameter of 32 or 20 mm, clamping diameter of 20 or 12 mm, and length of 150 mm. Maximum torque of hydraulically clamped extension ensures that tools are held securely for all drilling, reaming, and finish milling...
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Dual-Finger Radial Gripper has sealed design.
Intended for difficult handling tasks, DRG 2-Finger Radial Gripper fulfills IP67 protection requirements and can withstand dirty working environments. All-purpose unit, suited for loading/unloading of wet machining centers, grinding machines, lathes, or milling machines, can be ordered with gripping force safety device or as high-temperature version. End position can be optionally monitored via...
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TENDO-E - The Economic Toolholder from SCHUNK
The high-precision TENDO-E hydraulic expansion toolholder meets the highest demands of quality in metal-cutting. It provides the perfect combination of performance and value, along with excellent run-out accuracy (
Read More »SCHUNK Announces New Vice President of Toolholding and Workholding Sales
SCHUNK is proud to announce the promotion of Allan Logan to Vice President of Sales, Toolholding and Workholding. Allan has more than 20 years of territory sales and team management experience in the metalworking industry. He started his career in account management for cutting tools and abrasives before holding various roles as sales engineer, aerospace industry specialist, and regional sales...
Read More »SCHUNK Partners with JR Automation In Fight Against COVID-19
SCHUNK is proud to partner with JR Automation Technologies LLC to increase availability of N95 medical masks. N95 medical masks, critical in the fight against COVID-19, have become difficult to source as demand has surged. As states move toward re-opening, the country faces the challenge of protecting its essential workers and frontline healthcare professionals. As a result, it was vital that...
Read More »Grippers Assembled in the USA
SCHUNK will now be assembling grippers in the US. SCHUNK completed a 40,000 square foot expansion in Morrisville, NC earlier this year, resulting in an additional 19,000 square feet of manufacturing space allowing increased capacity and additional product line assembly. Another 22,000 square feet of additional office and training space completed the expansion. The new facility, combined with...
Read More »SCHUNK Announces New Director of Sales for the Midwest
SCHUNK is proud to announce the promotion of Matt Steele to Director of Sales for Tooling and Workholding. In his new role Steele will work closely with his team to ensure sales strategies are executed for maximum growth as well as develop strong working relationships with top management among end users and sales channels in the Midwest. Steele has been employed in industrial sales for 24 years,...
Read More »SCHUNK - Expansion of US Headquarters
SCHUNK USA is pleased to announce the start of construction of an expansion at their US headquarters that will more than double the size of existing facilities. SCHUNK’s US headquarters is already the largest facility outside of Germany. This expansion will provide space for a state of the art tech center and training facility, additional manufacturing capabilities, as well as increased office...
Read More »SCHUNK Announces New Vice President
SCHUNK is proud to announce Bo Shomaker as the Vice President of Sales, Tooling and Workholding. Mr. Shomaker brings 27 years of experience in the metalworking industry to SCHUNK. His extensive background includes engineering, technical sales, sales management, general management and strategic account management. Bo started his career in engineering and quickly moved into technical sales where he...
Read More »SCHUNK Opens Service and Technology Center in Houston, TX
Last Thursday, SCHUNK held its official grand opening event to launch their new Service and Technology center in Houston, Texas. Manufacturers in Houston will benefit from having this new Tec-Center local to them, which offers: • Factory trained service technicians on-site with over 30 years experience in installing and servicing all brands of chucks • Trouble-shooting, repair and maintenance...
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SCHUNK Hydraulic Expansion Toolholders
With more than 75,000 implemented, customer-specific solutions, SCHUNK has been developing and manufacturing hydraulic expansion toolholders and hydraulic expansion arbors for high-precision applications in milling, boring, turning, grinding, mounting, inspection, and balancing for over 35 years. With SCHUNK, you'll profit from the know-how of the world's largest supplier and the market leader...
Read More »SCHUNK Proudly Takes Part in the National and State 1st Apprenticeship Week
North Carolina‘s Governor Pat McCrory and the North Carolina Department of Commerce recognized the best apprenticeship programs in North Carolina for their leadership in a ceremony. On November 5th, NCTAP, Apprenticeship 2000, Apprenticeship Catawba and Siemens Charlotte were all recognized for their leadership and mentoring of two new groups in Guilford and Alamance counties. SCHUNK is a...
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Extended Life Chuck meets pipe threading demands.
Available in sizes from 470–1,000 mm with bore diameters from 185–560 mm, TB2 minimizes cycle times- via exhaust system- with max venting rate. Product life is extended via wear- and corrosion-resistant coating- as well as- sealed base jaws that eliminate chance of contamination. To reduce maintenance, lubrication system allows for accelerated and even lubrication of entire chuck through...
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