This system provides a much “greener”, safer,
and more cost-effective approach for certain
applications in comparison to other methods such
as these:
Yellow
EOAT System - efficient
Centralized vacuum manifold with a single
vacuum generator servicing 4 vacuum cups. Since
this system has manifolds and fitting
connections between the vacuum cups and vacuum
source, there will be vacuum losses in the
system. This system can still be desirable on
flat smooth parts where little vacuum is lost at
the cup.
Orange
EOAT System – less efficient
Centralized vacuum system utilizing a vacuum
pad and vacuum pump. The vacuum pad has an array
of holes that draw vacuum through the vacuum
chamber in the pad. The vacuum seal on the part
can be made using vacuum cups or a closed cell
foam. This system draws the highest vacuum flow.
“Our
new modular off-the-shelf solution gives tool
builders more choices in selecting vacuum
systems based on both application and
efficiency. We are especially pleased to bring
the SAS GFD 1/4 MINI Vacuum Manifold option that
allows for mounting of both standard vacuum
generation systems and cups onto SAS’s gripper
arms and frame profile; one of the most
efficient choices that localize the vacuum at
each cup or pad,” said Robert Dalton, General
Manager for >SAS< Automation.
Green
EOAT System – most efficient and safest
