Ergonomical sequencing with state of the art tube lifters

Abstract

The development of lifting assistance devices that moves the parts from one position to another position independent of the geometry of the part is an important task within the industry. Solving this task supports companies of every size. One of the most important indicators for the use of handling devices is the acceptance of the operators. For example, no operator will use a manipulator, if the lifting assistance device is slowing the operator down or the use of the tool is too complex. J. Schmalz GmbH was looking into developing a standard product that has the maximum freedom and flexibility in gripping the product and has at the other hand all the advantages of a standardized product.