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Power Assist Units
Power assist units are ergonomic devices that assist operators when lifting or manipulating a heavy or bulky load. They come in many forms, including chain hoists, gantry cranes, as well as hydraulic and pneumatic vacuum lifts. Power assist units can be custom designed to handle almost any type of product.

Product Type
  • Ergonomic lifting device for handling heavy and/or bulky loads.
Product Components
  • Power supply unit.
  • Power distribution system.
  • Framework.
  • End effectors and controls.
Product Specifications
  • Electric chain hoist: 0-600 lbs. (0-224 kg).
  • Pneumatic lifting device: 0-800 lbs. (0-300 kg).
  • Vacuum assist units: 0-600 lbs. (0-224 kg).
  • Counterbalance mechanical lift: 0-1,700 lbs. (0-635 kg).
  • Robotic manipulators: 0-500 lbs. (0-187 kg).
  • Lifting tables: 0-30,000 lbs. (0-11,197 kg).
Integration Options
  • Process input/output stations.
  • Automated storage, input/output and picking operations.
  • Forklift-mounted picking.
  • Assembly operations.
  • Shipping and receiving docks.
Applications
  • Manual movement of material for:
    • Heavy loads.
    • Large or bulky loads.
    • Sharp or dangerous loads.
    • Assembly cells.
    • Pick stations.
    • Pallet build stations.
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