PRM magnetic plate – Robotic solution for palletising

In brief

• The magnetic plate for robots or gantries (PRM) is mounted on the end of a robotic arm for palletising and depalletising ferromagnetic objects.

• It is used in logistics, automotive, packaging, food processing and household appliances.

• Its switchable permanent magnets only consume energy when changing state.

• Fields of application

• Operating principles

• Operating recommendations

• General characteristics

• Case studies

Fields of application

Magnetic plates for robots or handling gantries are used in a range of industrial sectors, including:

• Logistics: for the automated palletising and depalletising of metal products or products containing ferrous components.
• Automotive: for handling metal parts during assembly or storage.
• Packaging: for handling metal boxes.
• Food processing: for handling cans or metal containers.
• Household appliances: for handling components or finished products containing metal parts.

Operating principles

The magnetic plate for robots or gantries works as follows:

• The plate is fitted with switchable permanent magnets.
• It is mounted on the end of the robotic arm or the handling gantry.
• When the plate approaches a ferromagnetic object, the magnetic field is activated.
• The object is then held firmly against the plate.
• The robot or gantry can then move the object to the required position.
• Once in position, the magnetic field is deactivated, releasing the object.
• This process can be repeated quickly and accurately to palletise or depalletise large numbers of objects.

Operating recommendations

To optimise the efficiency of a magnetic plate for robots or gantries, we recommend the following:

• Adjusting the magnetic force: adapt the magnetic force to the weight and type of the objects to be handled.
• Accurate programming: make sure that the robot or gantry programming takes into account the activation and deactivation times of the magnetic field.
• Regular maintenance: clean the plate surface regularly to prevent the build-up of metal debris that could affect its performance.
• Operator training: make sure that personnel are properly trained in the operation and maintenance of this equipment.

General characteristics

Magnetic plates for robots have several distinctive characteristics:

• Speed: objects are picked up and released quickly, increasing productivity.
• Precision: objects are positioned precisely during palletising or depalletising.
• Versatility: a wide variety of ferromagnetic objects of different shapes and sizes can be handled.
• Safety: the risk of objects falling is reduced compared with mechanical gripping systems.
• Durability: designed to withstand intensive use in industrial environments.
• Energy efficiency: the switchable permanent magnets only consume energy when changing state.
• Easy integration: can be integrated into existing robotic systems or new automated installations.

Advantages

• Proven magnetic performance
• Better equipment protection
• Optimised palletising

Services

• Industrial commissioning assistance
• Spare parts stock
• Fast after-sales service response
• Installed base monitoring and periodic performance checks

Frequently asked questions

What is the PRM magnetic plate used for?

It is fitted to a robot or handling gantry for palletising and depalletising ferromagnetic objects. It is used in logistics, automotive, packaging, food processing and household appliances.

How does the PRM plate work?

It is fitted with switchable permanent magnets and mounted on the end of the robot or gantry arm. The magnetic field is activated as the plate approaches the object, which is held and moved, then released by deactivating the field.

What objects can it handle?

It handles a wide variety of ferromagnetic objects of different shapes and sizes, such as metal boxes or cans. The magnetic force is adjusted to the weight and type of the objects.

Does it consume energy?

The switchable permanent magnets only consume energy when changing state.

How is it maintained and integrated?

Clean the plate surface regularly to prevent the build-up of metal debris. The robot programming must take into account the field activation and deactivation times, and the plate can be integrated into existing or new robotic systems.