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In automotive final assembly, a Zeilhofer manipulator handles rear doors and tailgates ergonomically. The large, heavy body parts are guided pendulum-free and installed with millimetre precision – safe for people and parts. The load-bearing device grips the doors safely and gently. Such manipulators are widely used in vehicle production. #Manipulator #Automotive #Ergonomics #zhht

In industrial production processes, handling heavy beams and bulky components is a major challenge. Conventional methods not only require considerable effort, but can also impair efficiency and increase the risk of injury to employees! 🚑 Ergonomic and precise movement of components is therefore crucial for a safe and productive working environment 🚀 Our state-of-the-art manipulators offer a tailor-made solution to this problem. They enable heavy loads to be moved effortless

Exhaust gas purification systems installed in high-performance vehicles such as trucks, luxury boats, and other power-intensive vehicles are heavy and cumbersome 😓 With our innovative manipulators, handling is easier and more efficient than ever before. Our manipulator allows these components to be moved effortlessly at the point of use – precisely, safely, and with minimal effort. Positive effects on your production 🚀 ✅ Increased efficiency: Thanks to the precise control

This manipulator was specially designed to enable the ergonomic insertion of side panels in the production line. As a stationary column-mounted device with a holding device, it enables safe picking, rotating, and pivoting, as well as weightless movement and positioning of components in the welding system. Advantages over manual handling: ✅ Relieving employees of physically demanding work ✅ Optimized safety through automatic load weight adjustment and integrated braking system

Paint traverses are frames used in automotive manufacturing to safely transport and position vehicle bodies during the painting process. With the help of our innovative manipulators, dismantling these heavy and bulky frames becomes child's play! 💪 When workers manually dismantle the paint traverses, several problems arise compared to a manipulator with a gripping device: 😓 Worker workload: Manual disassembly requires physical effort and causes strain, as the trusses are v

Our manipulator with suction device is the ideal solution for the safe and ergonomic handling of combi-steamers and extractor hoods. Thanks to the flexible adjustment options of the suction cups, the lifting aid can effortlessly pick up and precisely position combi-steamers with widths from 55 cm to 115 cm as well as different heights and designs. Our manipulator with suction device is the ideal solution for the safe and ergonomic handling of combi-steamers and extractor hood

For a manufacturer of industrial printing machines, Zeilhofer supplies innovative lifting technology for the assembly of heavy modules. Sensitive and heavy components are handled ergonomically and without damage. Depending on the part, manipulators, lifting axes or suction devices are used. Overview: manipulators explained. #LiftingTechnology #PrintingMachines #Ergonomics #zhht

The mobile lifting lift ZH: Flexibility, precision and ergonomics redefined 🔧⚙️ Our innovative ZH lifting lift combines flexibility, precision and ergonomics with the latest technology. Thanks to: · Aluminum profiles 🛠️ · 48V lithium-ion battery 🔋 · intuitive controls 🎮 · special roles 🛞 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

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. · Avoiding health damage 💪 · Compliance with occupational he

A pneumatic handling manipulator has several specific advantages in the logistics industry compared to an indoor crane & jib crane when handling heavy wooden boxes 🚚📦🚢✈️: 1. Power support and ergonomics 🦾 Our manipulator uses compressed air to assist with #lifting and #moving heavy #loads. This significantly reduces the amount of effort required by staff and protects the health of employees. Especially when repeatedly lifting heavy boxes, as is often the case in #logistic

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 🏗️ 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

Fuel cells work in a similar way to #batteries through chemical reactions between anode and cathode, in which #hydrogen and oxygen serve as reactants. Hydrogen is split into electrons and protons, with protons migrating through a membrane to the cathode side, while electrons pass through an external circuit to get to the cathode. 🔋💧 There they react with oxygen and protons to form water, releasing energy. This process produces about 1.2 volts per cell, similar to a small fl

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. 🦾 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

Our pneumatic articulated arm rope manipulator is optimally designed for the rapid lifting, moving and swiveling of #windshields. 🪟🚗 The operator manually moves the #lifting aid into the container to safely pick up the #vehicle windows using the suction device. Once the #car window is sucked in, the system automatically adjusts the settings to the respective load weight so that the #windows can be lifted and moved effortlessly and precisely. 👷♀️ In order not only to reliev

The power electronics form the central element of the electric drive system of an #electric vehicle. It acts as an interface between the #high-voltage battery and the #electric motor and is largely responsible for controlling the interaction between these two components. 🤓 The inverter, a key component of the power electronics, monitors and controls the electric motor by providing torque and speed control. It also converts the direct current provided by the battery into the

Mounting plates on #control cabinets are special plates that are used inside a control cabinet to attach electrical #components, such as #switches, #fuses, #relays, and other devices. These plates serve as a basis for mounting the various electrical and electronic components safely and neatly. 🤓 When using mounting plates in control cabinets, there are several challenges that must be considered to ensure an efficient and safe installation. Here are some of the most common ch

Door leaves are the moving parts of a door, usually made of #wood, #plastic, #metal or other materials. They are the surfaces that can be opened to allow passage through a door. #Door leaves can have different shapes, sizes, weights and designs. Our ZH90 lifting axis enables the precise picking up, turning and positioning of a wide variety of door leaves. It also brings:# Increased #security 🦺 Reduction of work accidents : Door leaves are heavy and unwieldy, which can lead t

A plastic pipe coil or pipe bundle is an arrangement in which several plastic pipes are grouped together in a spiral or ring-shaped structure. 💍 🏭 This structure allows for compact and orderly storage and transport of the pipes, but also has some disadvantages. The biggest disadvantage is probably the size and weight of the pipe bundles and the associated handling and transport. 🏗️ 🫣 However, with the help of our pneumatic #lifting aid for pipe coil handling these bundles

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 🕹️ 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 🔝 Due to the precise control and smooth movement, an articulated arm rope mani

Mold boxes are structures that contain sand molds used for casting metal parts. Handling these heavy and often hot mold boxes is a major challenge. 💡 Our molding box manipulator is a special lifting aid used in the foundry industry to handle molding boxes safely and efficiently. It makes work easier, increases safety and brings other advantages: 🔊 ➡️ Ergonomics & Safety: The manipulator is designed to reduce the physical strain on workers and minimize the risk of injury. 🦺