Ergonomic Lift-Assist Magnet
July 1, 2019
Industrial Magnetics Inc. (IMI) was recently commissioned to design a custom magnetic lifting solution to assist in the repetitive handling of a large, heavy part in a customer's manufacturing process.
The customer was looking to increase operator safety by implementing an ergonomic solution that minimized the need to physically reach, lift and place a part in the assembly.
Based on the application parameters, IMI's engineering department designed a system with a permanent, on/off lift magnet that is controlled by a pneumatic actuator and positively holds the load in the event of a power loss. The lift-assist device is able to pick up the part, rotate it 90° and release it by pneumatic control, no electricity required.
Because operator safety was a top priority, the custom lift solution was designed with a 2-button, grip-proof-release operation for preventing unintended release of the part.
The customer's employees are now able to safely lift heavy, bulky parts in a manner that meets the company's ergonomic standards.
Visit magnetics.com/jwplayer/videos/LA59459_LiftTest_Demo.mp4 for a demonstration video of the lift-assist magnet.
For more information contact:
Industrial Magnetics Inc.
1385 M75 South
Boyne City, MI 49712
888-582-0823
imi@magnetics.com
www.magnetics.com
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