Material flow

Intralogistics specialist Losyco has presented system extensions for the Loxrail conveyor rail range. These enable the flexible and efficient handling of assemblies and machines weighing several tons in the production process, for example with a steerable transport platform and integrated brake for the conveyor rails: A mechanical steering system mounted on the underside of the platform enables heavy, bulky loads of up to ten tons to be turned and aligned on the rail, even without a compressed air or power supply.

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SMC has developed the ZP3P series vacuum cups to transport non-stable workpieces or film-wrapped objects. Thanks to their soft suction cup made of silicone rubber, wrinkling is reduced and the suction force is maintained.

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The Mega-Pack line from Walther Faltsysteme is an alternative to conventional metal mesh boxes when it comes to transporting heavy and bulky goods. This reusable solution is considerably lighter.

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In order to combine the factors of energy efficiency and noise reduction in a track roller, a fundamental contradiction between the two must be overcome. Chiara Steiner, Head of Sales & Business Unit Development Intralogistics at Faigle, explains how the manufacturer has solved this problem.

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A small robot from Kuka's KR Agilus series is a key component of Swisslog's new Item-PiQ generation. The provider of automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers is part of the Kuka Group and has presented the fully automated picking solution.

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A Combi-WR4 multidirectional reach truck is in use at Sanha, a manufacturer of piping systems for heating, sanitary and air-conditioning technology.

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Bosch Rexroth has presented an autonomous transport system that aims to automate and standardize the flow of materials and goods in logistics and production.

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Industrial truck manufacturer Hyster Europe is working together with French robotics specialist Balyo and is presenting robotics solutions using the Hyster LO7.0T tow tractor as an example.

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Elster components are installed in gas meters for domestic and commercial use. Elster relies on two WTS 300 workpiece carrier transport systems from Stein Automation for optimized production processes.

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