Piab said its PMG series is suitable for applications requiring reliable and efficient magnetic gripping systems. | Source: Piab
Piab last week added magnetic grippers to its portfolio of systems tailored to industrial requirements. It said these latest product offerings will help it better address specific market demands, fill gaps in its product range, and enhance its competitive position in automation.
The company previously specialized in vacuum and suction grippers. Piab said it designed the magnetic grippers to support various automotive applications, particularly in areas like stamping and body in white.
By providing reliable and efficient gripping and moving of metal parts, the magnets will enhance handling and assembly processes, the company claimed. This is especially beneficial in scenarios where traditional vacuum systems may have difficulty maintaining a seal, such as with perforated surfaces or intricately laser-cut workpieces, Piab said.
The Danderyd, Sweden-based company has been evolving automation through progressive gripping, lifting, and moving systems since 1951. With annual sales of around $175 million, 650 employees, and a global presence in more than 100 countries, Piab said it helps its customers improve their operations daily. Since 2018, Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB, has owned Piab.
Piab provides magnetic gripper details
The Piab Magnetic Gripper (PMG) series consists of pneumatically operated grippers that use permanent magnets to safely grab workpieces. Compressed air activates and deactivates these grippers.
The PMG series is available in sizes PMG20, PMG30, and PMG40, each with specific mounting options. All sizes come with a friction ring for safe handling of oily sheets.
Piab said it designed the magnetic grippers to handle perforated sheet metal and complex laser-cutting workpieces within industrial systems. They are not intended for life-critical applications or as standalone safety units.
The company said customer benefits include:
- Safety and reliability: Piab said the use of permanent magnets ensures a secure grip on ferromagnetic workpieces, reducing the risk of dropping and enhancing operational safety.
- Energy efficiency: Operated pneumatically, reducing energy consumption and operational costs.
- Versatility: Suitable for handling a variety of ferromagnetic materials, including perforated sheet metal and complex laser-cut workpieces.
- Low maintenance: Minimal moving parts reduce maintenance needs, leading to lower downtime and maintenance costs.
- Quick operation: Fast activation and deactivation via compressed air allow for efficient handling processes.
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