The new Robot PLUS portfolio from SCHUNK offers versatile options for flexible robotic automation. It includes tool changers, compensation units, and 6-axis force/torque sensors, all of which can be combined in various ways with grippers from SCHUNK’s comprehensive portfolio. This enables SCHUNK to provide flexible and efficient end-of-arm solutions from a single source.
Flexibility is key for modern automation – and SCHUNK provides the right solutions. The technology pioneer is expanding its future-proof end-of arm portfolio for robot applications made by SCHUNK in Germany. The portfolio covers the area between the robot flange and the end effectors and can be flexibly adapted to individual requirements. In doing so, the company is setting the course for the future, while building on decades of experience in automation technology.
Tool changers: mastering component variety efficiently
With a tool changer, robots are able to perform a variety of handling or machining tasks flexibly and without additional set-up time. They allow grippers, tools, and other end effectors to be exchanged quickly and easily. This minimizes downtime. The Robot PLUS portfolio currently includes three different products in this category.
For industrial applications, both CPS and CPB tool changers are ideally suited. They exchange end effectors fully automatic via pneumatics. Moreover, they allow various media transfers through a wide range of signal, pneumatic, fluid, and communication modules.
The CPS tool changer is a flexible all-rounder, where the change master (CPS-K) and the adapter (CPS-A) are connected form-fit and process-reliably via a ball-seated locking mechanism. The system enables a rapid and process-reliable exchange of grippers and other tools with a handling weight of up to 1,000 kg. Since all functional parts are made of hardened steel, the CPS is suitable for use in harsh industrial environments. The series comprises 18 sizes, offering the matching changer for any robot. When replacing existing SCHUNK changers, users do not need to re-teach, as the CPS is fully compatible.
The CPB tool changer ensures efficient tool changes, providing maximum flexibility and process-reliability. The special feature of the CPB is its robust locking mechanism with pins. SCHUNK has leveraged over 20 years of development experience in stationary workholding, bringing the proven system from the machine table to the robot. The form-fit, self-retaining pin mechanism made of vacuum-hardened stainless steel offers maximum stability and long service life. The integrated ISO interface allows for fast assembly and reduces the commissioning effort.
Modular compensation unit with a high payload capacity
The AGM compensation unit effectively compensates tolerances in automated processes with robots. This helps prevent, for example, jamming situations when loading and unloading machine tools, inaccuracies in joining processes, or sticking during bin picking. The modular AGM product range comprises 23 sizes, so there is no need to compromise on interfering contours. With a wide range of variants available, users will always find the right unit for every application. The AGM also scores highly when it comes to compensation behaviour: it can compensate for movements in all directions, (XY, Z, W) and their combinations (XYZ, WZ). Particularly impressive is the high payload capacity, which spans from just a few grams to over 400 kg. The patented spring and air cartridges ensure reliable weight compensation – even in horizontal or inclined positions – while the sturdy and robust guides ensure a long serve life.
Contact:
Talyssa Ferrer
Marketing Department
Talyssa.Ferrer@ca.schunk.com