Pneumatic manipulator

with gripping toolfor auto parts handlingfor the automotive industry

Overview
Handling brake discs in production environments demands precise, repeatable and safe operations. The pneumatic Azzeratore addresses repetitive lifting and positioning tasks on automotive and mechanical production lines, reducing operator effort while maintaining process stability.

Product
The Azzeratore is a pneumatic zero‑gravity manipulator designed to assist operators in gripping, lifting and positioning brake discs. It integrates a pneumatic balancing system with an application‑specific gripper to ensure accurate and smooth handling throughout the production cycle.

What is a pneumatic zero gravity?
A pneumatic zero‑gravity manipulator compensates the weight of a load so the operator can move heavy components as if they were weightless. The system follows the operator's movements, providing controlled motion, precise positioning and improved safety during each handling step.

Applications

• Lifting and positioning on assembly lines
• Loading and unloading machine tools
• Transfer between workstations
• Assembly and quality inspection operations

Custom gripper: the key to a secure grip
Brake discs have specific geometries and functional surfaces that require a tailored gripping solution. The Azzeratore is equipped with a custom gripper designed to match the component geometry and the production cycle, minimising risk of part damage and maximising repeatability.

Main benefits of the custom gripper

• Stable and repeatable grip adapted to disc geometry
• Protection of functional surfaces during handling
• Improved process stability and positioning accuracy

Conclusion
Deploying a pneumatic Azzeratore with a custom gripper delivers a safe, ergonomic and efficient handling solution for repetitive brake‑disc operations, increasing throughput and consistency while reducing operator strain. Demonstration video available.

Technical specifications

• Product type: pneumatic zero‑gravity manipulator (Azzeratore)
• Primary application: brake‑disc handling in automotive and mechanical production lines
• Key technologies: pneumatic weight compensation, operator‑following movement control
• Gripper: custom‑designed gripper matched to brake‑disc geometry and production cycle
• Typical operations: lifting, positioning, machine loading/unloading, transfers, assembly and inspection
• Benefits: improved ergonomics, enhanced safety, repeatable handling, surface protection, consistent process quality