Vacuum Grippers & Lifters

A close up of the robotic arm using piab vacuum technology to pick and place metal fencing posts. Installed by pneumatic products

PIAB Case study | Picking and Placing Metal Fencing Posts and Rails

The Challenge: A robot integrator approached us, seeking a reliable and efficient vacuum gripping system to pick and place metal fence posts and rails. The application required precise handling on narrow and vertical metal surfaces, adding complexity to the operation. Our customer needed a solution that could also handle narrow corflute spacers and withstand high-speed … Read more

Image of a vacuum conveying picking and placing system using PIAB components by Pneumatic Products

PIAB | Revolutionising every industrial sector around the globe

PIAB is a globally recognised leader in industrial automation, specialising in advanced solutions that drive efficiency and precision across a broad spectrum of industries. With a comprehensive product lineup that includes vacuum pumps and ejectors, suction cups and soft grippers, end-of-arm tools (EOATs), robot and cobot gripping solutions, system and solution accessories, and vacuum conveyors … Read more

Timber EOAT image | Lifting boxes

JOULIN | End of arm tools

Joulin is a leading supplier specialising in End of Arm Tools (EOATs) designed for a wide range of industrial applications. Their product line of pneumatic EOATs is particularly renowned for its versatility, efficiency, and robust performance in various material handling and manufacturing processes. Below is an overview of the solutions these tools offer and the … Read more

Joulin Timber Stacker | Lifting wood panels

Optimise your Operations | Timber Processing Solutions

Pneumatic and vacuum solutions have revolutionised the timber processing industry by enhancing efficiency, safety, and versatility in various handling and processing operations. With advanced vacuum technology and innovative gripper designs, pneumatic systems streamline the handling of timber products, from raw lumber to finished wood components. Key Features and Advantages Applications in the Timber Industry Pneumatic … Read more

Image of the de-stacker and replaced grippers in action in the factory

Case Study: De-stacker Upgrade

Pneumatic Product’s vacuum specialist, Edwin Verhoeff, was involved in the retrofit of a customer’s Timber Gantry de-stacking system due to poor grip performance and reliability from a competitor’s gripper design. Brief: Problems With Existing Competitor Gripper  The company was experiencing issues with their existing gantry system supplied by a competitor from initial installation.  This included … Read more

Joulin vacuum gripper devices

Case Study: CLT – Cross Laminated Timber Manufacturer

Pneumatic Product’s vacuum specialist, Edwin Verhoeff, was recently involved in the supply of two large scale Joulin vacuum gripper devices for a Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) manufacturer. Brief: Pneumatic solutions for new CLT manufacturer A large timber products manufacturer was establishing a new CLT plant in New Zealand and required large vacuum devices to handle … Read more

KENOS KVG Foam Grippers

KENOS Product Overview Brochure

Italian innovation backed by the international resources of the PIAB Group. Kenos® provides a turn-key solution for automated gripping of objects of different shapes and sizes – such as building materials, glass, stone, wood, metal sheets, packaging, bags, sacks, food items and electronics. A large product range is available to suit specific applications – either … Read more

KENOS KVGL Custom Grippers

KENOS KVGL Custom Grippers

Kenos® Vacuum Layer – Cans Jars, born for the need to handle the complete layer of cans, jars that can be open or closed on the gripping area. Typical industrial segments involved are palletizing or de-palletizing in packaging, beverage, food. KENOS KVGL Custom Grippers For more information visit the product website →