DGUV-certified gripper fits all cobots

The SCHUNK EGP-C Co-act gripper used in the application is the world's first inherently safe industrial gripper that has been certified, and approved by the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) for collaborative operations. The 2-finger parallel gripper that is controlled via digital I/O, covers a wide range of applications – from small parts assembly in the electronics and consumer goods industry to assembly applications in the automotive sector. It satisfies the requirements of ISO/TS 15066 and is designed in a way that humans cannot be injured. It includes a protective cover as well as safe current limiting. In order to make the collaboration with the operator as smooth and as intuitive as possible, the 24 V gripper is fitted with LED lighting in traffic light colors. The user can use this to signal the status for each module. It is delivered as a completely pre-assembled unit that includes the right interface for the cobots from KUKA, FANUC or Universal Robots. Moreover, interfaces for other robot manufacturers are available upon request. The entire regulation and power electronics are fitted in the interior of the gripper, meaning they do not take up any space in the control cabinet. In order to further minimize commissioning efforts, SCHUNK is planning programming modules for all conventional cobots.