The plate handling auxiliary manipulator is an automated equipment used for handling, stacking, positioning and loading and unloading plates. It is widely used in metal processing, construction, furniture manufacturing and other industries. It can improve production efficiency, reduce labor intensity, reduce plate damage, and ensure safe operation.
Main functions
Handling: Automatically grab and move plates.
Stacking: Stack the plates neatly.
Positioning: Accurately place the plates at the specified position.
Loading and unloading: Assist in loading or unloading plates into or from the equipment.
Structural composition
Robot arm: Responsible for performing grabbing and moving actions.
Clamping device: Used to grab plates, common types include vacuum suction cups, mechanical grippers, etc.
Control system: PLC or industrial computer controls the movement of the manipulator.
Sensor: Detect parameters such as plate position and thickness.
Drive system: Motor, hydraulic or pneumatic system drives the manipulator.
Type
Fixed manipulator: Suitable for fixed workstations.
Mobile manipulator: Can move between different workstations.
Collaborative manipulator: Collaborates with humans, with high safety.
Application areas
Metal processing: handling steel plates, aluminum plates, etc.
Construction industry: handling cement boards, gypsum boards, etc.
Furniture manufacturing: handling wood boards, particle boards, etc.
Logistics warehousing: handling plates in automated warehouses.
Advantages
Improve efficiency: Automated operation reduces manual intervention.
Reduce costs: reduce labor and plate damage.
Improve safety: reduce the risk of work-related injuries.
High precision: ensure accurate positioning and stacking of plates.
Selection considerations
Type of plate: Different materials and thicknesses require different clamping devices.
Working environment: Environmental conditions affect the selection of manipulators.
Load capacity: Select the appropriate manipulator according to the weight of the plate.
Control requirements: Select the control system according to automation requirements.
Future development trends
Intelligence: Introduce AI and machine learning to improve autonomous decision-making capabilities.
Flexibility: Adapt to more types and sizes of plates.
Collaboration: Closer collaboration with humans to improve safety.
Energy saving and environmental protection: Use energy-saving technologies to reduce energy consumption.