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Single-acting, centric clamping vises for pallet systems from SCHUNK

July 23, 2019 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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SCHUNK further expands its standard program with the affordable SCHUNK KONTEC KSC-F single-acting clamping vises with a fixed jaw. It has quick adjustment of the clamping range, flat design and a low weight – perfect conditions for an unmanned workpiece handling on pallet systems. The three sizes KSC-F 80, KSC-F 125, KSC-F 160 are particularly […]

Filed Under: Featured, Grippers + End Effectors, Integrated Motion Systems Tagged With: SCHUNK

SCHUNK PGN-Plus-E and PGN-Plus-P newest generation robotic grippers

August 15, 2016 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

PGN-Plus-E robotic grippers The PGN-plus-E, the world’s first digitally controlled mechatronic gripper with patented multi-tooth guidance is perfect for industrial environments. It has improved the multi-tooth guidance for higher moment capacity, a continuous lubrication pocket in the guide contour, and the proven wedge-hook kinematics with a high surface coverage in all stroke positions. The mechatronic universal gripper […]

Filed Under: Grippers + End Effectors, Integrated Motion Systems Tagged With: SCHUNK

SCHUNK PWG-plus two-finger angular gripper

December 3, 2015 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

The PWG-plus is compact and robust due to the oval piston drive, the strong aluminum housing, and the almost wear-free T-bar drive. Depending on the application, it can also be equipped with an ID/OD spring safety device. Numerous accessories are available, including inductive proximity sensors and magnetic sensors. The PWG-plus gripper jaws and gripper mounting […]

Filed Under: Grippers + End Effectors, Robotics Tagged With: SCHUNK

Schunk SRM universal rotary unit offers shock absorbency, high performance

July 15, 2015 By Zak Khan Leave a Comment

Schunk SRM Universal Rotary Unit

The Schunk SRM universal rotary unit ensures high performance for production automation. It significantly stands out when compared to existing rotary modules on the market. Compact and cost-effective, the SRM features up to 25% higher torque and internal performance shock absorbers to provide impressively higher moment of inertia capacity, as well as faster swivel times […]

Filed Under: Mechanical PT, Shock + Vibration Mitigation Tagged With: SCHUNK

EGN: the first certified human-robot safety gripper by Schunk

June 17, 2015 By Zak Khan Leave a Comment

The EGN Safety is the first certified safety gripping system from Schunk for use with human and robot interaction. It is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849 specifications. If the production process is interrupted by an emergency shut-off, the Schunk EGN goes into either a safety speed mode or a safe stop mode, […]

Filed Under: Grippers + End Effectors, Robotics Tagged With: SCHUNK

New gripper modules from Schunk with improved lubrication

June 11, 2015 By Zak Khan Leave a Comment

The new PGN-plus Permanent from Schunk is raising the bar. Its unique permanent lubrication provides a faster and more even distribution of the lubricant, even with short strokes. The complete contour of the patented multi-tooth guidance is lined with grease pockets, which ensures a continuous supply of lubricant. This principle of minimal quantity lubrication increases […]

Filed Under: Grippers + End Effectors, Robotics Tagged With: SCHUNK

SCHUNK SRU-mini-speed rotary unit

April 13, 2015 By Jennifer Calhoon Leave a Comment

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The SCHUNK SRU-mini-Speed rotary unit sets a benchmark in high-performance assembly in terms of cycle time and frequency. With 2 model sizes, these speed models from SCHUNK provide swivel times from 0.27s. If lightweight parts are handled with the unit, more than 4,000 cycles per hour can be achieved which is more than twice as […]

Filed Under: Mechanical PT Tagged With: SCHUNK

What are Grippers and End Effectors? Technical Summary

August 25, 2013 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

Updated December 2015 by Lisa Eitel || In robotics and material handling, end effectors are tools or devices connected to the end of a robot arm that accomplish some task. End effectors can be a range of types, including cutting tools and drills, welding tools, brushes, screwdrivers, vacuum cups and grippers. Grippers are devices often used with […]

Filed Under: FAQs + basics Tagged With: phd, SCHUNK

Schunk – multi-functional ERS rotary module

August 23, 2012 By Stacy Combest Leave a Comment

Schunk’s ERS rotary module that features a center hole for cable feed through as well as a compact dimension, making it ideally suited for designing orderly arranged and compact high performance systems. Set to succeed the proven STM module, the rotary module is multi-functional and can be utilized as a workpiece support for laser welding machines, […]

Filed Under: Motors Tagged With: SCHUNK

SCHUNK LEG 400 gripper weighs only 6.5 kg

September 27, 2011 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

SCHUNK  (www.schunk.com) has expanded its portfolio of modular long-stroke electric grippers with the addition of the LEG 400. Equipped with a servo motor, this weight reduced gripper offers a variable stroke ranging from zero to 103 mm and a gripping force of up to 1050 N, making it suitable for automotive and metal cutting industry. […]

Filed Under: Mechanical PT Tagged With: SCHUNK

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