End Effector Application Guide

End Effector Application Guide

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With a support network spanning the globe, DE-STA-CO offers consistent, comprehensiveservice to any location in the world. Whether your operations are localized or span multiplecontinents, you will always have access to the highest levels of customer service and technicalsupport.

Since our founding in 1915, DE-STA-CO continues to provide innovative workholding andautomation solutions. We are honored to work alongside our global customers to achieve ourkey mission, which encompasses:

• Providing world-class service and operational excellence

• Increasing customer productivity through customized solutions

• Developing products to meet unique application needs

• Consistency in our on-time delivery promise

• Ensuring top value throughout our product catalog

DE-STA-CO provides productivity solutions to a diverse range of market segments

• Aerospace

• Automotive/transportation

• Consumer products

• Food and packaging

• Plastic injection molding

• Medical

• Defense

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destaco.com Dimensions and technical information are subject to change without notice DESIGNING INNOVATION

DE-STA-CO has been providing end effector solutions innearly every global market segment for over 25 years

DE-STA-CO offers full-service comprehensive design and manufacturing ofworld class end effector solutions. Our global application engineers workwith customers from concept to commision to design and build a systemtailored to each unique application and turnkey project. Our teams possessextensive experience in providing end effector solutions for several marketsegments including:

• Pressroom stamping

• Welding and assembly

• Plastic injection molding

• Packaging

• Palletizing

DE-STA-CO has a proud history of providingcomplete material and part handling solutionsdesigned to increase productivity. Our end effectorsare widely used in applications such as:

• Robotic load and unload

• Geo-docking and fixture welding

• Tri-axis press transfer

• Tandem press transfer

• High-speed and traditional crossbar press transfer

• Bag and box palletizing

• Plastic injection molding part unload

• Manual lift assist

• Hot forming

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Dimensions and technical information are subject to change without notice destaco.comDESIGNING INNOVATION

End Effectors used in the Global Market

LWT Accelerate® Lightweight Tooling System

Crossbar Saddle w/Air(Right Hand Shown)

Large Tube

Port Only Adaptor

T-Clamp withSwivel Ball Mount

M8 Fasteners

LWT Tri-Axis Tool Example

Single End Extension

Cross Clamp

Shovel with 32mm Ball

Tri-Axis Adaptor Mount

Cam Action Grippers

Gripper Mount

Single End Extensionwith 32mm Ball Mount

Small Tubing

M8 Fasteners

The Accelerate Collection of lightweight end effector toolingis designed to optimize your productivity by 25 to 30%. Thiscollection of lightweight components, made of high strengthaluminum, reduces weight up to 50%, resulting in improvedergonomics and less maintenance downtime.

LWT Saddle Crossbar Tool Example

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LWT Accelerate® Lightweight Tooling System

Crossbar Saddle (Idle)

T-Clamp

Vacuum Cups

Single End Extensionwith 32mm Ball Mount

Lower NestMount Receiver

Lower NestMount Adaptor

Tube

Nest Guide

Locator Pin

LWT Lower Nest Tooling Example

Designed to AccelerateYour Productivity

The Accelerate Collectionwill help you move partsfaster in today's productionline.

DE-STA-CO offers localsupport throughout Europe,Asia, North and SouthAmerica.

Most commonly used in:

Applications Markets

Load and UnloadHi-Speed AutomationCrossbar TransferTri-Axis TransferMaterial Handling

AutomotiveTransportationPlastic Injection Molding

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Interpress Crossbar with Accelerate® Tooling

1.00in T-Clamp

Single End Extensionwith Swivel Ball Mount

Vacuum Cups

Ø30mmGuide Mount

DE-STA-COVacuum Cups

T-Clamp withSwivel Ball Mount

Single End Extension

M8 Fasteners

Split Saddle Crossbar with Accelerate Tooling

Auto Release Venturi


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Load and UnloadHigh-Speed AutomationCrossbar TransferTri-Axis TransferMaterial Handling

AutomotiveTransportationPlastic Injection Molding

Tri-Axis Rail Crossbar with Accelerate® Tooling

Single End Extensionwith Swivel Ball Mount

Cam Action SheetMetal Gripper with

Rear Swivel Ball Mount

Quick DisconnectBayonet

Large Thin Wall Tube

Quick DisconnectHousing

The Accelerate® Collectionprovides a lightweight andflexible tooling configurationequipped to handle partsof any size and shapethroughout the stampingprocess.

Standard rotary tip unit withAccelerate® tooling

World Tool Lightweight Boom System

DE-STA-CO’s world tool components are configured to handle parts of any size andshape, and can be re-used for future applications.

Direct Mount forRDN-40

ATI Direct MountAdaptors

Tapered WorldBoom Structure

DE-STA-COVacuum Cups

Automatic ToolChangers




Traditional Round Tooling System



Load/UnloadPick and PlaceMaterial HandlingHot Forming

AutomotiveIndustrialAppliancePlastics

M-Block CrossTransition Blocks

Aluminum Round Tubing

Aluminum Round Tubing(also available slotted)

Standard SwivelArms

40mm/1.50”Quick Disconnect

60mm/2.50” Quick Disconnectwith Electric Connection

40mm/1.50” Receiver with Air and Electric Connection

40mm/1.50” Receiver with Air and Electric Connection

Round tooling components are used incombination with the Accelerate® Collec-

tion for lightweight tooling solutions

Hot Forming Solutions

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Micro Round Tooling Components

A family within the traditional round tooling system, micro tooling components are madefrom lightweight aluminum with thin wall tubing. This system is designed to handle small,lightweight parts, plastic injection mold unloading, and unusual shaped objects.

DE-STA-COMicro Vacuum

Cups

Micro SwivelArm Micro Low

Profile Wrist

DE-STA-CO Vacuum Cups

TransitionBlock

Port OnlyAdaptor

T-Clamp Transition

Block

Micro SwivelArm

End FlangeMount

RobohandLinear Slides

Flexible MountingFor any type of robot

Unlimited configurationpossibilities with the use of DE-STA-CO products, such as vacuum cups and generators, as well asRobohand grippers, rotates, and linear slides.



Micro Round Tooling Components

Thin Wall Tubing

25mm/1.00inQuick Disconnect

Level Compensatorand Mount

DE-STA-COMicro Vacuum

Cup

Micro round tooling systems canbe permanently mounted to therobot with a direct mount orwith manual or automatic toolchangers. Optional quick disconnect air ports provides asimple connection point for airsupply when changing betweendifferent tooling configurations.

The micro tooling system can be usedwith DE-STA-CO’s award winning,world’s first electric vacuum cup.



Pick and PlaceMaterial HandlingPlastic InjectionVision/Testing

MedicalIndustrialConsumerFood and Packaging

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DBG DE-STA-CO Bag Gripping and Palletizing Solutions

Customer SpecifiedRobot Mounting Pattern

DE-STA-CO DBG Series bag gripping endeffector solutions offers end of line pick andplace and palletizing solutions. The DBGhas a simplified design with field adjustablefinger position and opening angle.

Features also include:Pneumatic or electric fully enclosed actuatorsIntegrated open/closed position sensorsStandard off-the-shelf components

Three sizes available:DBG50 (50lb Max Load)DBG100 (100lb Max Load)DBG150 (150lb Max Load)





Automated StackingPalletizingTransferringCustom Solutions

Food PackagingAgricultureConsumer

DBG DE-STA-CO Bag Gripping and Palletizing Solutions

Pallet handler optioncan be adjusted fordifferent pallet sizes

Field-Adjustable Bag Gripperand Pallet Handler fingers

Customizable Adaptor Mounting

DE-STA-CO DBG Series baggripper also features optionalintegrated slip sheet and pallethandling. Products are held secureeven if air pressure is lost.

With rapid actuation, the DBGcan palletize up to 30 bags perminute when working in concertwith robotic automation.

DE-STA-CO also provides customdesign and build solutions forhandling any packaging transferand palletizing needs.

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BodyBuider™ Octagonal End Effector System

BodyBuilder™ is designed to maximize productivity, both before and after installation.The flexibility of the system allows modifications to the end effector in minutes,greatly reducing start up time to launch.

The octagonal structure is available in four sizes:30mm, 45mm, 60mm, and 90mm.

The patented BodyBuilder™ Alignment Systemallows the modular components to be replacedindividually and easily returned to their originalpositions.

Alignment nut(s) are includedwith every Bodybuilder™ modularcomponent, utilizing the patentedalignment system.

U.S. PATENT 6,349,912

Octagonal ExtrudedBoom Structures

Rear End GripperMount

T-Clamp BracketAssembly

GR84 Mini Clamp

Accessory Mount



BodyBuider™ Octagonal End Effector System

Ready-to-assemblemounts and accessorieseliminate drilling andwelding at assembly.

M-Series CrossBracket Assembly

82M Series PowerClamp

Heavy DutyMid Mount Assembly



Robot WeldingPick and PlaceMaterial HandlingLower Nest

IndustrialAutomotiveTransportationAppliance

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Spidergrip Geometric End Effector System

SpiderGrip Geometric End Effector Tooling System offers a standard cost effective solutionby making it easy for each component to be replaced individually in the robotic cell,dramatically reducing production downtime and eliminating the need for a secondend-effector.

This system is crash test certified andfeatures automatic optical & standardCMM validation points.

Transition Junction

CollarAssembly

BoomKeyAssembly

EdgeComponent

Spidergrip modular components are easilyconfigurable and offer high strength to weightratios while maintaining dimensional accuracyafter continuous minor collisions. The patentedcollar/key design and engineered breakawaybase anchor provides quick crash recovery.



Spidergrip Geometric End Effector System



Fixture WeldingPick and PlaceMaterial HandlingGeometric Fixtures

IndustrialAutomotiveAerospaceAppliance

Heavy DutyMid Mount Assembly

82M Series PowerClamp

Base AnchorEngineered Breakaway

Corner Junction

Boom

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Vacuum Solutions

DE-STA-CO vacuum cups can be ordered in different types,sizes, materials and durometers to be used in a broadarray of applications, ranging from sheet metal handlingto plastics to glass.

DE-STA-CO also provides vacuum cups for extremetemperatures and hot-forming applications

EcoCup™ is the world’s first electricvacuum cup, creating vacuum withoutair. The EcoCup™ is ideal for pick-and-place applications of flat,rigid, non-porous parts, includingplastic, glass, and other consumergoods with smooth, flat surfaces.

Destacker Double Blank Detectors(DBD) allows compliance to blankswithin ±15° without needing toadjust the robot, automation or tooling.

ARV® The original, patentedAuto-Release Venturi offers usersthe fastest vacuum and blow-offin the industry with single lineoperation, integrated blow-offand standard silencer.



Digital Press Shop and Virtual Assembly

• 3D model design and collision checkingof die, press, automation, and tooling

• Digital simulation using Delmia

• Precise build capability using robottechnology

• Tool qualification using metrology

• Installation using own physical simulationand install teams

Training and Installation Assistance• Installation and start-up assistance globally• Coordinated with project management

Global Web Resource & 3D CAD Configuration• Comprehensive product website with 3D CAD download and configurator

Customer and Technical Support• Highly trained customer service and technical support staff will help you develop

and implement the best possible solution for your application.

Concept-to-Commission Solutions and Support

Where Available

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End Effector Application Guide