Ergonomic Manipulator

July 28, 2011

The pneumatically powered Haeco Famatec Friendly ergonomic manipulator counterbalances heavy loads to allow an operator to suspend, rotate, tilt, and transfer product.

When equipped with appropriate end-of-arm tooling, it is suitable for both assembly and pallet loading. Three different models offer load capacities of 330, 550, and 880 lbs., with a working radius of 20 ft.

This manipulator adapts to the operator’s preferred working height and position, allowing loads to be smoothly and progressively positioned and placed during assembly, suspended for further processing, or transferred from one location to another. Once suspended, the product can be moved manually or under power. The control console allows adjustment of the counterbalance force, rotation, tilt, braking, and parking.

Suspended product can be rotated ± 90 degrees under power, or rotated continuously by hand, with a powered tilting range of 0 to 93 degrees.

The console slides on the handle to adapt to the operator’s preferred working height and position, nearer or farther from the product. A safety device also supports the product until it reaches its destination.

The manipulator has different mounting options, including column; overhead; tracks; wheeled; or with a freestanding, fork truck-transportable base.

For more information, visit www.haeco.us/materialhandling.