New Manipulator Crane from GD Gép és Daru Kft.
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Efficiency, Precision, and Economical Design in a Single Unit
\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to introduce our latest development, the vacuum gripper manipulator crane, specifically designed for handling sheet metal plates of various sizes. This compact yet long-span machine simultaneously offers safe lifting, precise positioning, and an economical design for industrial use.
\n\n\n\nFlexible Application for Various Sheet Sizes
\n\n\n\nThe crane's primary task is the vacuum gripping and movement of flat or curved sheets, whether in horizontal or tilted positions. The vacuum pads are arranged in pairs with adjustable spacing, allowing the system to be adapted to different sized plates. The lifting beam can be tilted along a horizontal axis, which facilitates the placement or movement of sheets between manufacturing operations.
\n\n\n\nThe entire telescopic suspension structure (which is rigid) can be rotated ±180°, allowing for approach from different directions, making it easy to use even in narrow or hard-to-reach areas.
\n\n\n\nEconomical and Stable Construction
\n\n\n\nThe crane features a single-girder, corner-trolley design, which is an excellent solution even when the span is large but the load capacity is moderate. This design allowed for optimal distribution of the load from the structure's self-weight, while achieving significant steel savings – eliminating the need for two main girders, thus making the crane runway a lighter design, and a track section one size smaller became sufficient.
\n\n\n\nThe trolley's movement is virtually backlash-free, ensuring extremely precise positioning, which is essential when handling high-value or sensitive sheets.
\n\n\n\nIntelligent Control and Enhanced Safety
\n\n\n\nThe crane can be operated via radio remote control, giving the operator full control over all machine functions. The trolley and crane bridge movements are frequency-converter controlled, with two selectable speed levels.
\n\n\n\nThe machine is also equipped with optical collision protection, which prevents collisions with adjacent cranes on a shared runway. In addition, numerous safety solutions protect the operator and the equipment:
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- lower and upper lifting limit switches \n\n\n\n
- vacuum sensor and vacuum tank \n\n\n\n
- mechanical overload protection \n\n\n\n
- emergency stop button \n\n\n\n
- safety signs, labels, colors \n\n\n\n
- end-of-travel buffers and limit switches \n
Surface Treatment and Durability
\n\n\n\nThe crane structure is manufactured according to industrial standards: a surface prepared with Sa 2½ grit blasting, followed by a 30 μm thick anti-corrosion primer and a 60 μm topcoat ensures long-term protection, durability, and resistance in industrial environments.
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Technical Specifications Summary
\n\n\n\n| Property | Value |
| Load Capacity | 150 kg (with horizontal and vertical vacuum lifting) |
| Span | 23 400 mm |
| Lifting Height | 3000 mm |
| Lifting Speed | 1 / 4 m/min |
| Trolley Speed | 2.5–25 m/min |
| Crane Bridge Speed | 4–40 m/min |
| Telescope Rotation | 10 s / 90° (±180°) |
| Lifting Beam Tilt | 10 s / 90° (±90°) |
| Vacuum Head Distance Adjustment | 500–1200 mm (5 s) |
| Installed Power | 3.99 kW |
| Operating Group | M6 (ISO) |
| Supply Voltage | 400 V / 50 Hz |
| Control Voltage | 48 V |
| Protection Class | IP 55 |
| Environment | Indoor Hall, 0 – +40°C |
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GD Gép és Daru Kft. has been designing and manufacturing similar manipulator systems for over 20 years, which demonstrate excellent reliability in multi-shift industrial operations. This new model also represents this quality – a precise, versatile, and cost-effective solution for modern material handling.
\n\n\n\nDo you have questions or would you like to request a quote? Contact us!
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