Flexible Gripping

In many industries, production is increasingly moving towards high mix, low volume. It is becoming a major advantage for companies to be able to produce a wide range of variants, even in the smallest batch sizes, without needing any manual set-up work.

How is it used in production:

In modern production environments, especially within HMLV (High Mix Low Volume) production, flexible gripping technology plays a crucial role. By adapting to various objects’ size, shape, and material, flexible gripping enables more efficient and versatile handling of components and items. This is particularly important in productions where there are frequent product changes or a wide range of components, as it eliminates the need for manual adjustment or replacement of gripper tools.

Challenges in production:

Traditional gripper units have been limited by their fixed design and small range of motion, making them less suitable for use on collaborative robots in HMLV productions. This has created challenges as manufacturers have either had to invest in multiple gripper units and tool changers or use manual labor to adjust the gripper between tasks, increasing costs and reducing efficiency.

Solutions:

One solution to these challenges is the Gx system. Gx offers a simple mechanical hardware solution that can be adapted to a wide range of standard gripper units. By using the Gx system, the gripper’s range and flexibility are increased, allowing for handling of different-sized parts without the need for human intervention or the use of multiple gripper units.

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Benefits of Flexible Gripping:

Increased efficiency: Flexible gripping eliminates the need for manual adjustment or replacement of gripper tools, increasing productivity and reducing downtime.
Cost savings: By eliminating the need for multiple gripper units or manual labor, flexible gripping helps reduce the costs of the production process.
Flexibility: With the ability to adapt to different objects and production scenarios, flexible gripping allows manufacturers to handle a wide range of tasks and components effectively.

Challenges addressed by Gx in production:

The Gx system addresses precisely the challenges faced by manufacturers in HMLV productions by adding movement and flexibility to existing gripper units. This enables manufacturers to achieve fully automated production lines without the need for manual intervention or multiple gripper units.

Benefits of Gx:

Compatibility: The Gx system can be adapted to more than 1200 different gripper units across 11 different brands, making it a versatile solution that fits almost any production setup.
User-friendliness: The Gx system requires no software integration and is ready to use right out of the box, making it easy to implement in existing production environments.
Increased productivity: By increasing the gripper’s range and flexibility, the Gx system enables more efficient handling of varying-sized parts, increasing productivity and reducing costs.