Automation
Industrial Automation and Robotic Automation
Magswitch offers unique industrial automation material handling equipment for robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), pick and place, Body-in-White, and many other applications. The powerful and lightweight tools in our automation line make it possible to implement magnets where they weren’t previously applied.
Our patented magnetic automation technology replaces vacuum cup lifters/grippers and traditional pin clamps impacting operating costs, high energy consumption, and downtime. Magswitch is rapidly being deployed as a platform technology by major global OEMs and Tier One Suppliers in Europe, Asia, and North America.
If you handle or fabricate steel using automation, you may find solutions with Magswitch that you never knew were possible.
Automation Applications
- Assembly/Body-In-White BIW
- Bin Picking
- Pressure Vessel Fabrication
- Fixture Tooling
- Ergonomic Lift Assist
- Hot Stamping
- Beam Handling
- Pick and Place/Machine Tending
- Press Line/Stamping
Replaces
- Vacuum lifters
- Vacuum cups
- Grippers
- Pin clamps
Automation Products
D Series
The new D85 is a narrow-footprint tool intended for use picking sheet metal. Featuring multiple shallow field array technology, it excels at de-stacking and lifting thin materials.
Features & Benefits
- Ideal for sheet metal pick and place
- Small footprint for locating on complicated geometries
- Low Air Pressure Requirement
- Fail-Safe
- Applications in pick & place, thin part handling and de-stacking
| Product SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| 81401267 | D85 |
| 81401457 | D120 |
E Series - Electrically Actuated Tools
Combining Magswitch’s patented core technology with revolutionary smart tool capabilities, and an electric actuation, the E Series allows Magswitch to offer even more advantages than ever before.
Features & Benefits
- Slim profile optimized for EOAT applications
- 24VDC operation below 1A (E30)
- Serial communication
- Combine power and communication in one cable
- Fail-Safe Smart tool
- Variable Field Output (VFO)
- De-stack thin parts
- Enhanced bin pick capabilities
- Store Multiple Calibrations
Variable Field Output
The all-new Variable Field Output (VFO) allows the tool to de-stack thin material and optimize performance for your component. Once the part is gripped and separated from adjacent parts, the tool can be switched to full power for maximum performance.
| Product SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| 81401263 | E30 |
| 81401264 | E50 |
| 81401338 | ELAY30X5 |
| 81401320 | ELAY50x5 |
| 81401484 | CoBot SmartMagGrip E30 |
T Series
Magswitch TSeries is compact and powerful boasting cutting-edge technology enhancements and precision mounting interfaces. These tools are great for fixtures, pin locating, and thin part material handling. Additional custom pole shoe geometry allows for extreme flexibility in applications. This tool is a precision fit for your next project!
Features & Benefits
- Larger air ports (G1/8) for increased compatibility and robust connections
- Manufactured to precision tolerances with symmetrical NAAMS mounting
- The tool is equipped with an externally accessible manual override
- In case of power loss and maintenance inspections, the external manual override is included which saves the day
| Product SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| 81401258 | T20 |
| 81401124 | T30 |
PLAY Series
Magswitch PLAY Series brings the power of multiple magnets together with a single point of actuation. Use these tools when handling long pipes or beams. Additionally, keep these tools in mind for heavy-weight applications. These tools have customizable pole elements which can be applied to improve handling in any application.
Features & Benefits
- Customizable Contact Surface
- Deep field technology
- Ideal for handling long components
- Fail-safe operation
| Product SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| 81401096 | PLAY20X4 NAAMS |
| 81401193 | PLAY30x7, No Pole, No Sensor Kit |
| 8140405 | PLAY50x2 |
| 8140393 | PLAY50x3 |
| 8140391 | PLAY70x2 |
| 8140544 | PLAY70x3 HT |
| 8140417 | PLAY70x4 |
AR Series
Magswitch AR Series tools are some of the most versatile grippers in our lineup. Compact and lightweight, these tools pack a high power-to-weight ratio to handle any size application.
With customizable pole shoes, the AR series can handle any geometry you throw at it. No need to find a flat spot in your next project. Simply contact our engineers to help you tap into the extreme flexibility of these tools.
Features & Benefits
- Compact single magnet design
- Customizable contact surface
- Maximum power-to-weight ratio
- Saves energy - 90% less air
- Fail-safe operation
- Larger air ports (G1/8) for increased compatibility and robust connections
- Manufactured to precision tolerances with symmetrical NAAMS mounting
| Product SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| 81401167 | AR50 2.0 |
| 8140320 | AR70 Classic |
| 8140740 | AR110 |
"I installed these tools in half of the time as traditional clamps due to the NAAMS mounting scheme and single-sided holding,” says Mark Reicha, TranTek’s lead mechanical builder. “This is a revolutionary way to solve the age-old problem of how to poka-yoke the previous operation,” says Fred Leishman, TranTek’s vice president. “Magswitch’s support sets it apart. Not many product companies offer real-world solutions to real-world problems anymore. The experience of Magswitch is truly appreciated.”- MARK REICHA & FRED LEISHMAN, TranTek Automation
Tool Accessories & Customizations
Pin Clamps
Combine Magswitch clamping technology with location-accurate pin positioning. AR-Series units can be fitted with standard pin clamp pole shoe kits that allow for the addition of a custom locating pin. Custom pole shoe designs may also be utilized if necessary.
Pole Shoe Customizations
- Match geometry of target component
- Improve performance on irregular shapes
- Increased versatility; Change shoes to handle a variety of components
- Multiple component shapes can be designed into a single pole shoe
- Optimizes magnetic flux circuit
- Enhances performance when handling non-flat workpieces
- Allows flexibility in multiple profile handling
- Like routing a wire in an electrical circuit, a magnetic field follows the pole shoe profile
- Mild steel w/ coating
Custom Armor Kits
- Add armor to Magswitch tools to protect magnets and improve product lifetime
- Recommended for random bin picking applications and anywhere impacts to the magnet housing are possible
- Armor may be custom designed to meet your needs
Mounting Cradle
- Custom mounting structure allows for mounting directly to robot wrists or existing end-of-arm tool structures
- The durable 7075 aluminum combined with sleek styling makes for a truly premium product
For custom pole shoes, armor kits, mounting cradles, or additional sealing please contact us.
Application Services
In addition to groundbreaking products, Magswitch offers the expertise and resources to assist customers with their design and application challenges. Contact one of our knowledgeable sales representatives for advice on fixture, pole shoe, guarding and multiple magnet designs to achieve the best performance possible for your application. If you need more than a design, we’ve got you covered in the fabrication department as well—at a fraction of the cost of a machine shop, Magswitch can help you customize a range of components to expand the usability of your tool.
Magswitch also offers magnetic analysis to confirm holding force and validate pole shoe designs. Magswitch prides itself on having one of the most knowledgeable distribution networks and a team of engineers to handle any application presented. Many factors determine the performance of a magnet and all should be accounted for before selecting your tool.