SCHUNK SE & Co. KG

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Schunk and CADFEM (www.computer-automation.de)

Digital Material Selection reduces CO₂ Emissions

Using an industrial gripper as an example, Schunk and CADFEM demonstrate that simulation-based material selection can reduce CO₂ emissions from secondary materials and additive manufacturing by up to 40%.

Digital material selection reduces CO2 emissions by 40 percent

The use of digital material simulations can significantly reduce CO₂ emissions during the development and manufacturing of components. A real-world project by Schunk and Cadfem demonstrates how data-driven material selection can lead to savings of up to 40 percent.

Schunk Electronic Solutions takes over Achat Engineering

With the acquisition of Achat Engineering, Schunk Electronic Solutions is expanding its portfolio to include board handling and AOI classification systems and will offer customers an integrated portfolio for the implementation of scalable, digitally networked production systems in electronics manufacturing.

Schunk shows flexible systems for electronics production

Schunk Electronic Solutions will be exhibiting modular, flexible systems for electronics production at Productronica 2025 - from stand-alone depaneling systems to fully integrated inline solutions.

New 5-axis clamps and smart cells

Schunk will be presenting flexible clamping devices and automation concepts at EMO. With the Kontec KSC-5X, the company is expanding its family of 5-axis clamps with a centric clamp.

Digital technologies at every level

"Pioneering innovation and productivity - empowering your success!" is Schunk's motto for this year's Hannover Messe. Visitors can experience how productivity can be increased with the help of digital, AI-supported services using the example of advanced automation concepts.

Digital technologies for efficient automation

Visitors to the Hannover Messe can experience how productivity can be increased with the help of digital, AI-supported services using the example of innovative automation concepts at Schunk. They are the key to efficient, resource-saving and future-proof production.

Smart universal gripper for power electronics

The power electronics manufacturer Semikron Danfoss uses the EGU 50 mechatronic parallel gripper from Schunk in a robotic cell. It handles different components and feeds them to a measuring line. With its functionalities, it meets all requirements for process reliability, flexibility, gripping stroke and gripping force maintenance.

Smart universal gripper for power electronics

New practical solutions

Two new tools from Schunk enable the validated design and individual configuration of linear modules. The new Schunk Control Center also offers an intuitive user experience.

Making access as easy as possible

Responsibility and technological progress go hand in hand - in the form of resource-saving and efficient processes in a healthy working environment. At Hannover Messe 2024, Schunk will be showcasing automated solutions that pave the way for this transformation.

Practical solutions

Two new tools from Schunk enable the validated design and individual configuration of linear modules. In the new Schunk Control Center, customers will be able to access comprehensive digital modules in the future.

Safe handling of heavy pallets

Schunk has further expanded its range of pneumatic robot couplings for pallet handling. The Vero-S NSR3 138 robot coupling handles heavy pallet weights reliably.

Workpiece handling next level

In a modern production plant, grippers perform various handling tasks. Different workpieces also place different demands on the gripper technology.

Networked production starts with the component

Schunk is coming to Hanover with a 360-degree portfolio covering all aspects of machine tools. The focus will be on more sustainable production, connectivity and e-mobility.

Expert exchange at the highest level

On October 25 and 26, 2023, SCHUNK is once again organizing the Expert Days: an annual international and cross-industry event on the topic of "Robotic Material Removal". 70 specialists from Europe and North America will meet in Brackenheim-Hausen to discuss new trends such as AI and best practice examples and to network for future tasks.

Simple tool change in seconds

With the CMS, Schunk is launching a user-friendly, manual change system for quick component replacement. In addition to its simple and convenient operation, the CMS also stands out with its extensive range of optional modules and complementary end effectors.

Zero-defect production thanks to clamping technology

Many production companies are faced with a dilemma: they can often only survive with zero-defect production that uses less energy and is more cost-efficient. This can be achieved with intelligent clamping technology, which has evolved into a machine within a machine.

Schunk wants to simplify processes in automated production

The declared aim of automation specialist Schunk is to make its customers' processes comprehensible, simple and efficient. Data transparency plays an important role in this. It enables reliable processes and provides the basis for resource-saving planning, zero-defect production and energy efficiency.

ERT series equipped for the future

The flat, high-performance rotary units from Schunk are growing with a fourth size and an extended range of variants. The measuring system interfaces now also include the digital real-time interface Hiperface DSL.

Key building blocks for the future

At Hannover Messe 2023, Schunk will be demonstrating how digital solutions lead to greater efficiency and lower resource consumption using three examples: the bio-inspired technology Adheso, the smart tool holder iTendo2 and the 2D Grasping Kit.

Pneumatic grippers are ready for the future

It is impossible to imagine industrial processes without pneumatics - for linear sequences, rotary movements and gripping. Pneumatic grippers are established and reliable all-rounders in automation.

Universal gripper in five sizes

With the new PGL-plus-P, Schunk presents a flexible and robust gripper with certified safe gripping force retention.

Digital and future-oriented

At AMB, Schunk will be demonstrating how metalworking processes can be made more efficient, flexible and sustainable. With the new KRP3 centric clamp, the stationary Tandem3 modular system now has a further component for flexible workpiece clamping.

Universal gripper in five sizes

With the new PGL-plus-P, Schunk presents a flexible and robust gripper with certified safe gripping force retention.

This is how it becomes a shoe

A young Bavarian company has developed a robot cell for shoe manufacturers using several Schunk quick-change systems.

Gripper (www.industrial-production.de)

New solutions for new challenges

At Automatica, Schunk will be showcasing new approaches and digital services that enable customers to master their tasks and design production processes flexibly and efficiently - from life science to eMobility, from handling to robot-assisted processing.

Application kits for cobots

With the new MTB application kits, Schunk aims to provide a convenient introduction to partial automation with cobots.

Smart squared

Schunk launches the iTendo 2 intelligent tool holder.

Change fingers at the touch of a button

Schunk is expanding its program for quick gripper finger changes. With the new BSWS-M manual system, the top jaw can be unlocked and removed from the gripper at the touch of a button.

Gripper wins Red Dot Design Award 2021

The EGH cobot gripper from Schunk was singled out by the jury for its intelligent design.

Grippers for sensitive components

When handling sensitive components, conventional manual handling systems quickly reach their limits, as even a minimal amount of force is enough to damage or contaminate highly sensitive materials with residues.

Gripper construction kit for cobots

Schunk adapts its components from the standard program to the cobots from Doosan Robotics and Techman Robot.

Miniature coupling for pallet handling with small robots

With the Vero-S NSR mikro 60 miniature coupling, Schunk is transferring the principle of fast pallet changing to small robots.

Metered gripping force for blister handling

Grippers in the food industry. When filled blister packs are handled, the food inside must not be affected and the blister pack must be gripped securely.

Reduce set-up times in 3D printing

The Vero-S NSE-AM mini 78-20 zero-point clamping module from Schunk was specially designed for applications in additive manufacturing, laser sintering and laser melting, and is therefore completely sealed.

Schunk develops grippers for medical applications

Schunk wants to drive forward the development of innovative automation applications in medical technology and other sectors. A gripper for use in ventilators was developed as an example.

How gripping systems contribute to condition monitoring

Condition monitoring systems detect changes and anomalies in the production process. They monitor the stability of the production process and ensure consistent quality control. Gripping systems and clamping devices are becoming increasingly important in this context.

Sealed miniature clamping module

Schunk has developed a completely sealed miniature clamping module specifically for compact applications in the metal cutting industry, assembly and handling, as well as for the measurement technology.

IFR elects Milton Guerry as new President

The board of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) elected Milton Guerry from Schunk USA as the new president. Klaus König from Kuka was elected as the new Vice President.

Milton Guerry is the new IFR President

Milton Guerry from Schunk USA succeeds Steven Wyatt as the new President of the International Federation of Robotics. Wyatt was only appointed President in December 2019.

Miniature clamping module with high pull-in force

Schunk has developed a completely sealed miniature clamping module especially for compact applications in machining, assembly and handling as well as in measurement technology.

Cobot gripper with starter pack

The flexible EGH co-act gripper from Schunk is designed to provide an easy introduction to the world of cobots.

Steven Wyatt is the new President of the IFR

Steven Wyatt from ABB has been elected as the new President of the International Federation of Robotics, or IFR for short. He succeeds Junji Tsuda of Yaskawa. Milton Guerry becomes Vice President.

Simple and flexible gripper for cobots

The flexible Schunk EGH co-act gripper promises an easy entry into the world of cobots. With a variably adjustable total stroke of 80 mm, the parallel gripper covers a wide range of workpieces.

Gripping systems become collaborative, intelligent and intuitive

Industrial production will change towards intelligent processes, says Henrik A. Schunk. The component landscape will change accordingly and grippers will have to become flexible and smart.

Smart with active force maintenance

The intelligent parallel gripper Schunk EGI was specifically designed for handling tasks in electronics, pharmaceutical and laboratory applications. With its individually programmable stroke of up to 57.5 millimetres per jaw and equally flexible gripping forces of up to 100 newtons, the robustly designed mechatronic gripper in size 80 covers a wide range of workpieces.

Pupils invent robot systems at Schunk

As part of the 9th European Robotics Week, the Schunk Robot Competition took place again at the end of November at the training center in Lauffen. Pupils worked in mixed teams to create industry-related robot solutions.

Digitization of gripping

With a view to the SPS, Henrik A. Schunk emphasizes: "Digital technology and artificial intelligence methods will revolutionize assembly and handling in the coming years."

Digitization of gripping

At the SPS, Schunk will present an overall digital framework from the calculation and design tool to digital twins for design and simulation, right through to commissioning and the ongoing process.

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