Pneumatic manipulator

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Overview
The pneumatic weightless manipulator is a gripper-type handling device designed for lifting, rotating, tilting and precisely positioning metal tubes and profiles in industrial environments. It reduces operator effort while maintaining full control of the load.

Why use a pneumatic manipulator for metal tubes?
Pneumatic handling provides smooth, repeatable movements and fast response. Combined with customised gripping systems, it enables the manipulation of tubes of varying diameters and weights with precise control and reduced cycle time.

Safe gripping and total load control

• Stable and reliable tube clamping
• Controlled lift and hold during operations
• Reduced risk of load drop
• Precise control throughout handling phases
• Protection of tube surface and geometry

The gripper is engineered to match tube geometry and surface requirements to ensure secure clamping without causing damage.

90° rotation and tilting for precise positioning

• Quick orientation changes for assembly and processing
• Transition from horizontal to vertical positions
• Improved access to workstations
• Enhanced accuracy for welding, machining and inspection
• Reduced repositioning time

Rotation and tilt operations are performed smoothly and under full control, ensuring safety at all times.

Ergonomics and reduced physical effort

• Lower operator fatigue and reduced manual handling
• Improved comfort and working posture
• Higher throughput and consistent cycle times
• Lower incidence of musculoskeletal injuries
• Optimised handling of heavy or bulky tubes

The operator guides movements naturally, achieving precise placement with minimal effort.

Conclusions
The gripper-type pneumatic weightless manipulator is an effective industrial solution to improve safety, ergonomics and process efficiency when handling metal tubes. Secure gripping, 90° rotation and tilt and accurate positioning enable controlled handling across production stages.

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Technology: pneumatic weightless manipulator (gripper-type)
• Primary functions: lifting, gripping, 90° rotation, 90° tilt, precise positioning
• Gripper: customised design to tube geometry and surface protection
• Load control: stable clamping with minimised risk of drop
• Applications: metal tubes and profiles of various sizes and weights
• Benefits: improved ergonomics, reduced operator fatigue, increased productivity, enhanced safety
• Manufacturer: ATIS