FlexGripper Clamp Data Sheet

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Robotics

FlexGripper - Clamp
Palletizing gripper

The FlexGripper - Clamp is a simple


plug-and-play extension to the ABB IRB
460 or IRB 660 palletizing robots for
high-speed case palletizing applications.
For maximum efficiency, the gripper is
available in one or two zone versions.

Two versions for maximum efficiency all ABB robots and gripper models. It allows users who have
The IRB 660 and the compact IRB 460 palletizing robots little or no robot programming experience to create programs
can be made even more effective for end-of-line palletizing and simulations, and design complete palletizing installations.
applications with the addition of the FlexGripper - Clamp. This enables a palletizing system to be configured rather than
There are two versions of the gripper. For a lean configuration programmed, and saves up to 80 percent in commissioning
handling light-weight products, the one-zone clamp gripper time.
version is ideal; the two-zone version is ideal for full-row pal-
letizing of up to 60 kilograms. Speed and precision
Both FlexGripper-Clamp versions use sensors to verify the
Easy to integrate, easy to use presence of cases, and their wide clamping strokes are
The FlexGrippers are easy to install and program. The robot adaptable to different case sizes. The included hook units
HMI, FlexPendant, comes pre-configured with FlexGripper ensure secure handling of the cases when moving at high
input/output signals which greatly reduces both set up and speeds. It comes complete with all air hoses and signal
programming time. And the graphical user interface simplifies cables and is ready to plug-and play on your chosen robot
the testing of palletizing routines. For example a FlexGripper model.
pick-and-place test can be carried out with just a single click.
Unrivalled experience and global support
Faster, more accurate programming With more than 25 years of experience in the palletizing sec-
ABB's range of palletizing robots and FlexGrippers are also tor, ABB has a sales and service organization in 53 countries
fully supported by the RobotStudio Palletizing PowerPac. This and over 100 locations.
user-friendly, PC based software, comes pre-configured with
FlexGripper - Clamp
Highlighted features Main applications
− Targeting for heavy single case. Case palletizing
− Lean configuration with light weight. Specification
− Sensors to verify presence / absence of one case provi - Version 1-zone 2-zone
ded. Handled products 1-2 1-5
− Hook unit provided to ensure case clamping with high Max. weight per lift 40 kg 60 kg
moving speed. Gripper weight 45 kg 80 kg
− Wide clamping stroke to adapt to different case size. Case height range 150 - 330 mm 150 - 330 mm
− Robot mounting plate for IRB 460 and IRB 660 included. Case length range 200 - 650 mm 200 - 1200 mm
− Completly assembled with hoses and cables and ready to Case width range 200 - 500 mm 200 - 500 mm

.
plug and play.

© Copyright ABB. ROB0208EN_A March 2011


− Graphical User Interface (GUI) provided on robot Cable rotation range +- 180°
FlexPendant for easy gripper setup, tuning, and production Air pressure 4-6 bar
monitoring.

1-zone version 2-zone version

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