In 2017, Schunk entered the field of 3D online system configurators for assembly automation for the first time: Since then, it has been possible to implement a wide variety of pick&place solutions and load them into the CAD program as a complete assembly. Now comes the next step: At schunk.partcommunity.com, users can configure complete assemblies consisting of SRU-plus swivel modules, grippers, sensors and even completely standardized adapter plates with just a few clicks. The gripper swivel units can then be checked in the 3D preview of the configurator, adjusted if necessary and finally downloaded in all common CAD formats (either 2D or 3D) or as a 3D PDF. An intelligent combination logic ensures that only feasible configurations are displayed.

In addition to the gripper system components, the individually generated parts lists include all necessary standard parts such as centering elements and screws. The tool includes the most important grippers, rotary modules, linear modules and the complete column assembly system with its more than 10,000 possible combinations.

All gripper system components will in future also be available as ‚smart parts‘. This means that the intelligent 3D CAD models will also include the technical catalog data and product properties in addition to the CAD geometry data. Specific options and attachments, such as attachment kits for sensors, dust protection or sealing variants, as well as the sensors themselves, can be selected and configured directly on the model. Last but not least, the metadata can be used to simulate motion sequences in the CAD system and take into account information on mass centers of gravity, materials or environmental protection standards. Since all data models are already classified as eCl@ss 10.0, they offer optimal conditions for standardized procurement, warehousing, maintenance and use.