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Mechatronic grippers

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Flexible and intelligent

Increase your efficiency with mechatronic grippers​

Mechatronic grippers are masterpieces of technology and far more than just simple tools. They symbolize the impressive interplay of mechanics, electronics and integrated software and represent the progress achieved through the synergy of these three disciplines. Mechatronic grippers offer a number of advantages for the requirements of modern processes.

  • Flexibility: Variety of parts, adjustment options (positioning, stroke, force, modes), future-proof due to new software functions that can be added at a later date​
  • Connectivity: Added value through standardized interfaces (flexible and simple networking with all relevant robot and controller manufacturers)
  • Process transparency: For greater process stability and reliability due to integrated monitoring and analysis options
  • Independent of compressed air: For improved availability, cleanliness and sustainability even in mobile applications

Possible uses

Possible uses

Mechatronic grippers are suitable for both mass production and batch production. Grippers with a short stroke are ideal for efficient mass production, while flexible gripper systems can be dynamically adapted to the varying requirements of batch production. This certainly does not rule out the use of flexible grippers in mass production. Rather, their adaptability can be used to further optimize the manufacturing process.

Our range of mechatronic grippers currently comprises four product series that are optimally adapted for use in various application areas in terms of gripping force and stroke. ​

SCHUNK – Matrix gripping force stroke
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Applications

Mechatronic grippers have impressive flexibility and versatility.

They are used in a wide range of automated production processes, from machine loading and assembly to precision handling of a wide variety of workpieces.

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Automated machine loading

The electrically actuated universal gripper EGU can be used very flexibly for different applications under harsh ambient conditions due to its design and sealing concept.
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SCHUNK – EGU parts handling

For assembly and joining tasks in applications​ with a large

variety of parts and specific tasks, the EGU is particularly suitable due to its robust design and the large stroke and force range.
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SCHUNK – EGK electrical industry

Handling printed circuit boards

The mechatronically operated gripper for small components EGK is suitable for handling sensitive components in the electronics industry. It promises delicate handling and maximum process reliability.
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SCHUNK – EGK laboratory automation

Handling samples

The EGK is lubricated with H1 grease and has cleanroom certification. That means it can be optimally used in the field of laboratory automation for handling samples.
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Application image – EGP/ELB

Assembly automation

The EGP gripper for small components has impressive high-performance assembly systems with its fast gripping cycles, compact design and reliability. This makes it ideal for mass production.
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SCHUNK – ELG tire handling

Handling of tires

The individually configurable long-stroke gripper is particularly suitable for handling large and heavy components due to its long jaw stroke and high gripping force.
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Connectivity

For easy integration, the two new mechatronic grippers EGU and EGK are equipped with a variety of communication interfaces. This allows them to connect quickly and easily with all relevant robot and controller manufacturers.

SCHUNK – Industrial Ethernet EGU/EGK
Industrial Ethernet enables direct integration into the control environment of leading PLC manufacturers on the market – without additional gateways.​​

Grippers with Industrial Ethernet: EGU, EGK
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Control via digital inputs and outputs is the simplest type of communication and enables a simple connection with limited functionality.​​

Gripper with digital I/O: EGP
SCHUNK – Connectivity IO-Link
IO-Link is independent and offers flexibility in connecting to other networks.​​

Grippers with IO-Link: EGP, EGU, EGK
SCHUNK – Connectivity Modbus RTU
With the Modbus RTU serial interface, the gripper can be connected to the tool flange of leading robot manufacturers without external cable routing.​​

Gripper with Modbus RTU: EGU, EGK
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Digital tools and services

SCHUNK offers a wide range of digital tools and services for mechatronic grippers with the aim of providing the greatest possible support throughout the machine life cycle.​

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Robot integration via plugins​

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To integrate grippers in the robot systems, we make special software modules available for the control systems of leading robot manufacturers. These enable the full range of functions of our grippers without any additional programming necessary, meaning that application programming can begin immediately.
The video shows examples of commissioning the EGU and EGK on an ABB GoFa.​​

Supported robots: Universal Robots e-Series, FANUC CRX, ABB OmniCore C30, Yaskawa YRC1000micro

PLC integration via function blocks​

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To simplify the integration of our grippers into PLC-controlled automation systems, we offer function blocks for the programming interfaces of leading PLC manufacturers. These modules enable direct use of all gripper functions without the need for additional programming. You can start programming applications immediately.
The video shows an example of the function blocks for the Siemens TIA Portal.​​

Supported systems: Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT, Allen Bradley Studio 5000 Logix Designer

Commissioning app in the SCHUNK control center

Detail picture – SCHUNK Control Center
The mechatronic grippers app simplifies commissioning, operation, diagnostics and service due to its extensive catalog of functions. Users can control the gripper directly and perform application validation without the need for a PLC. The functions include network configuration, firmware updates, parameter adjustments and backups as well as comprehensive diagnostic options.
The video shows the relevant functions of the SCHUNK Control Center and the Mechatronic Grippers app based on the machine life cycle of an example application.
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Discover the EGK
Our versatile gripper for small components and delicate workpieces has impressive maximum process reliability.
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Experience the EGU
Our intelligent universal gripper with gripping force booster is ideal for flexible production processes from batch size 1 – even in harsh environments.
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