These grippers are commonly found in manufacturing environments for smaller jobs. The end-effector features two parallel jaws with flat edges. They open and close, clamping onto the part and keeping it stable with force. However, these types of grippers are not malleable when it comes to dealing with irregular shapes and sizes.

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Pure Polyurethane formula makes them crystal clear, so are very discreet and guaranteed not to yellow over time. Pros of pneumatic grippers include low cost, large grip force range, ability to operate in tight spaces and fast response times. However, pneumatic grippers are best suited to handling single part types, so they might not be a great fit if your facility produces a lot of low volume/high mix items. This gripper type also provides limited force and position control and requires compressed air to function. This sheet gripper is ideal for handling sheets of wood, metal, glass or other materials. Customized to meet your specific requirements.

https://dev.wirth-gmbh.com/images/wirth/vakuum/hebegeraete/galeriebilder/glaszange/glaszange_02.jpg Adaptive grippers often have multiple fingers made from malleable, soft materials. They are designed for gripping round, irregular, and/or delicate objects. They may be used for food production lines, or for dealing with small, fragile items. A fascinating robot gripper that uses granular materials – such as coffee beans or plastic beads – encased in a soft outer shell to grip and hold the item. A jamming robot gripper can adjust to different sizes and shapes, making it a versatile choice that's ideally suited for irregular item production. Jamming grippers work by gently touching the item, then air pressure is applied, causing the gripper's internal grains to “jam”, creating a secure grip. When the air is released, the granular material becomes “unjammed” again, dropping the item.

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The defining feature of electric grippers for manufacturing automation is control. Most electric grippers come with microprocessors that enable you to vary gripping force and speed. The addition of a force sensor enables electric grippers to easily handle different part types. On the other hand, while electric grippers are getting more powerful every year, in general they tend to provide less gripping force than pneumatic grippers and they also tend to be more expensive.Thern Captain Series 5FT25 (Up to 1000 kg) Stationary Lifting Davit Cranes with Manual or Electric Winch