Torsion Bars
- Industries: Automotive
- Positioning Challenges: Engine Handling
Problem:
Existing hydraulic manipulator was not as effective at placing bars on the paint line hanger as a pneumatic manipulator would be. The “float” capability of a pneumatic manipulator and ease of maintenance convinced the customer to replace their hydraulic manipulator.
Application:
Assist operators in picking, rotating, and placing torsion bars off a conveyor onto a paint line hanger.
Solution:
A World Manipulator® (WM-200) with 55″ of vertical travel and 360° continuous end-of-arm rotation. Coped jaw gripper end-effector. “Soft stop” circuitry on powered rotator. Pivoting, pneumatically counter balanced, T-bar operator control handle with thumb controls.