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floor trolley for car exhaust systems
The mobile lifting lift ZH: Flexibility, precision and ergonomics redefined ๐งโ๏ธ Our innovative ZH lifting lift combines flexibility, precision and ergonomics with the latest technology. Thanks to: ยท Aluminum profiles ๐ ๏ธ ยท 48V lithium-ion battery ๐ ยท intuitive controls ๐ฎ ยท special roles ๐ it is easy to move, flexible and ideal for ergonomic work. Whether lifting, moving or precisely positioning up to 150 kg - the ZH ensures efficient work processes and protects the health
Jan 27, 2025


Our pneumatic manipulator with movable base plate makes it possible โ๏ธ
Effortless and weightless gripping, moving and swiveling of various loads, especially rotors and stators! Benefits for the worker: Ergonomics: reduce physical strain ๐ช Effortlessness: weightless operation ๐คฒ Precision & Control: precise positioning and operation ๐ฏ Less fatigue: Reduces physical fatigue ๐ Benefits for the employer: Higher productivity: shortening lead times โฑ๏ธ Quality improvement: reduction of damage to components ๐ก๏ธ Health-promoting working conditions:
Jan 22, 2025


Ergonomic solutions protect the health of employees and at the same time increase efficiency and productivity in the company
Lifting loads in everyday work can cause significant physical strain and health risks for employees. This strain primarily affects the back, joints and muscles, and can lead to chronic illnesses or injuries in the long term. Ergonomic relief for employees when lifting and moving heavy loads is therefore not only a question of health promotion, but also a decisive factor for efficiency and productivity in companies. ยท Avoiding health damage ๐ช ยท Compliance with occupational he
Nov 19, 2024


Rope manipulator for rollers โ๏ธ
A rope manipulator for reels offers a number of advantages, especially in industrial applications where reels of varying weight or bulky dimensions need to be moved safely and efficiently. Here are some of the main advantages: 1. Ergonomic relief ๐๏ธ Reduction of physical strain : The rope manipulator reduces the need to manually lift, carry or move heavy rolls. This relieves the strain on employees and prevents injuries, especially in the back and shoulder area. Easy to use
Oct 21, 2024


Only one lifting aid for products and pallets โ๏ธ
With the #manipulator shown and the integrated #suction device, components of different sizes and weights can be picked up precisely and ergonomically. After the components have been sucked in and are almost weightless, the employee can position them exactly in the designated box, which is located on a pallet. ๐ฆพ The same device can then be used to move the entire pallet, including the box on it. The manipulator thus enables two different work steps to be carried out, which o
Oct 1, 2024


Lifting device for rolls
An articulated arm rope manipulator offers several advantages over a chain hoist or a crane, especially for handling rolls or other similar loads: Flexibility in positioning ๐น๏ธ An articulated arm rope manipulator can position the load precisely and flexibly at different angles and heights. This is particularly useful when rollers need to be placed in narrow or hard-to-reach areas. Gentle handling ๐ Due to the precise control and smooth movement, an articulated arm rope mani
Jul 16, 2024


Cast more efficiently with our manipulators, lifting aids and lifting axes!ย ๐ ๐ฅ
The foundry industry is the process of pouring metals into molds to produce a variety of products, from small components to large castings for machinery and vehicles. โ๏ธ Due to their characteristics, our manipulators are extremely useful in the #foundry industry for handling #molds & #castings, #material feeding, #post-processing, #tool changing and #automation. They also offer various advantages compared to cranes and chain hoists๐๏ธโ
: #Safety: Manipulators reduce the risk o
Apr 25, 2024


Lifting axes and manipulators for industrial screw technology assembly โ๐ง
#Screw assembly refers to the industrial assembly of screw connections. Screw assembly in industry can be highly specialized and often requires precise tools, machinery and expertise. It plays a crucial role in many manufacturing processes and production lines, especially in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics manufacturing and others where precision and reliability are critical. Aspects of industrial bolting assembly include, among others, selecting the rig
Apr 22, 2024


Our manipulators offer several advantages over chain hoists & cranes โโ๏ธ๐๏ธ:
#Precision: Manipulators enable precise positioning and handling of loads. In contrast, chain hoists & cranes are often limited to simple vertical movements and offer less control over the precise positioning of the load. ๐ฏ #Versatility: Manipulators are more versatile than chain hoists and jib cranes. They can handle a wide range of loads, including irregularly shaped or delicate objects. Manipulators can also perform multiple functions, such as rotating or tilting the load
Apr 10, 2024


Lifting aid for barrels ๐ข๏ธ
Our drum manipulator is a special lifting aid that we have developed to handle drums safely and efficiently. Here are some of the key features & benefits: ๐ข #Lifting capacity: With our manipulator for barrels, a worker is able to handle barrels of different sizes, diameters and weights. This makes it possible to safely move light barrels as well as barrels weighing up to 500 kg. ๐๏ธ #Rotating and tilting functions: Using the device, it is also possible to rotate or tilt the
Apr 9, 2024


Manipulator for car bumpers ๐ข
The challenge of installing bumpers varies depending on the vehicle model. Our manipulator offers the following advantages ๐ข: #Precision: By using the #manipulator, different #bumpers can be positioned and assembled precisely by the employee. This increases the #quality and accuracy of the work. ๐ฏ #Efficiency: The manipulator increases the #work speed by accelerating the #assembly process and increasing productivity. This allows #workforce to be used more efficiently. โณ #Er
Apr 3, 2024


A manipulator for housings in the manufacturing industry offers the following advantages:ย ๐ข
#Precision The manipulator enables precise movements, which is particularly important when it comes to handling sensitive housings. ๐ # Increased efficiency: By using the manipulator, work processes are optimized and accelerated. This leads to an increase in production speed and efficiency. ๐ #Worksafety The manipulator reduces the need for manual handling of heavy or bulky enclosures, significantly reducing the risk of injury to workers. ๐ฆบ #Flexibility The manipulator is
Mar 25, 2024


What is the lifting axis ZH90 and what advantages does it offerโ
A #lift axis is also called a rigid lift axis or telescopic lift axis. Depending on the version, it is moved freely by the operator, or carries out #collaborative and/or fully #automatic #lifting movements and #lifting movements. They serve to guide the load rigidly, eccentrically and safely. ๐ฆพ Lifting axles are hung in a wide variety of rail and smooth-running rail systems, which are attached to a raised steel structure or an attached steel structure. This enables movement
Mar 20, 2024


What are ZHHT manipulators & what advantages do they offerโ
Manipulators as we design and manufacture them are mechanical #devices that are used to grip, move, position, measure or process objects and components. ๐ญ In industrial applications, our pneumatic, electro-pneumatic and electrical #manipulators are standalone or part of automated #manufacturing systems. There, together with the #human, you will take on a variety of tasks such as assembling components and #handling workpieces, which brings with it a variety of advantages: ๐
Mar 19, 2024


Mobile lifting aid for handling rolls
In addition to #manipulators, lifting axles and product-specific #devices, we also design and produce a wide variety of floor weighers. The floor trolley shown here was developed specifically to meet the customer's requirements. More precisely, this floor truck combines the functions of an electric low-platform truck and our patented #Lifting Axle ZH90. In the first step, the rolls are placed from a container in the floor trolley using the gripper, which is located on the lif
Feb 22, 2024
Lifting aids for electric van production
In the production of an electric van, Zeilhofer lifting aids relieve staff during the assembly of heavy parts โ from seats and cockpit modules to battery components. The loads are guided pendulum-free and installed ergonomically. For ergonomic assembly, the ZH90 lifting axis and articulated-arm manipulators are ideal. #LiftingAid #EMobility #Automotive #Ergonomics #zhht
Feb 22, 2024
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