Laser system loading and unloading system SheetMaster

for palletsheetfor punch presses

Overview
The SheetMaster (New Generation) provides automated loading and unloading for punching and punch‑laser machines. It performs sorting and palletizing of finished parts, pre-separates raw sheets during unloading, and deposits parts with flexible placement using an additional sorting axis. Individually controllable suction cups and a gripping unit ensure process‑reliable part handling.

Key features

• Automated loading/unloading and palletizing in parallel to production to increase throughput.
• Separating station for process-reliable pre-separation of raw sheets while finished parts are unloaded.
• Gripping unit with gripper bar, gripper arms and individually controllable suction cups; additional Y axis for full use of stacking area.
• Sheet handling from 0.5 mm to 8 mm (standard handling up to 6.4 mm; 8 mm and load options with additional suction-cup package).
• Fast, safe removal of heavy and small parts; supports arbitrary palletizing order and intermediate stacks.
• Expandable and connectable with TruStore, STOPA and various cart systems for autonomous material supply and finished-part return.

Technical data (table)
Specification | SheetMaster medium format | SheetMaster large format
Maximum sheet size | 2500 mm x 1250 mm | 3067 mm x 1532 mm
Minimum sheet size | 800 mm x 800 mm | 800 mm x 800 mm
Maximum sheet thickness | 8 mm | 8 mm
Minimum sheet thickness | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm
Maximum sheet weight | 240 kg | 240 / 300 kg
Min. part size (punching parts) | 140 mm x 120 mm | 140 mm x 120 mm
Min. part size (laser-cut parts) | 70 mm x 30 mm | 70 mm x 30 mm
Maximum stack height | 340 mm | 340 mm

Applications and benefits

• Increases productivity for medium to large lot sizes by enabling parallel loading and unloading operations.
• Enables reliable unattended operation during shifts and reduces required personnel.
• Simultaneous pre-separation of raw sheets and depositing of finished parts shortens cycle times.
• Flexible palletizing and space-saving part placement thanks to the additional sorting axis.

Technical specifications

• Product: SheetMaster (New Generation)
• Main functions: automated loading/unloading, pre-separation, sorting and palletizing of finished parts
• Supported sheet formats (max/min): medium 2500 x 1250 mm / 800 x 800 mm; large 3067 x 1532 mm / 800 x 800 mm
• Sheet thickness range: 0.5 mm to 8 mm (standard up to 6.4 mm; 8 mm with optional suction-cup package)
• Standard maximum sheet weight: 240 kg (option up to 300 kg on large format)
• Minimum part sizes: punching 140 x 120 mm; laser 70 x 30 mm
• Maximum stack height: 340 mm
• Gripping unit with individually controllable suction cups and additional Y axis for optimized stacking
• Separating station to pre-separate raw sheets and shorten loading operations
• Expandable with TruStore, STOPA and various cart systems
• Note: Option to increase certain capacities (e.g., 300 kg) is expected to be available from 2026 via an additional package