Gripper selection and test
When you have finalized the layout of your palletizing station and performed a reachability test, the next step is to select a gripper that works well with the materials you palletize.
In this stage you will learn how different gripping systems work, which materials they are suitable for, and why performing a grip test before investing in a gripper is essential.
Previous stage
- Select suitable gripper
- Perform grip test
Modules
Walkthrough
3.1. Gripping systems and common materials
- Gripper selection
- Matching gripper and product
Hands-on
3.2. Customer Case - part 3: gripper selection and test
- Gripper selection
- Grip test
Additional Resources
Goals check
Verify if you reached all the goals for this stage and you have everything you need to proceed.
Next stage:
4. Safeguarding your palletizing application
As we start thinking about deployment, Adam takes over for Guillermo and goes over some of the different safety concerns and safety devices you should consider when setting up a palletizing application. When you should use one device over another and why. An example application is set up and you will be taken through the risk assessment process.
Upon completion you will know more about how to approach the topic of safety, by knowing which safety devices are right for your application and knowing the basics of doing a risk assessment.
