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The Safe and Versatile Solution for Handling Metal Frames

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Handling metal frames is one of the most delicate operations within production departments. Their weight, size, lack of clear gripping points and the need for precise rotations make this activity complex and potentially risky when performed manually or with non‑dedicated equipment.
To meet these challenges, more and more companies are integrating pneumatic manipulators specifically designed for handling metal frames — a solution that combines safety, ergonomics, and precision.

Sollevatore ergonomico di telai metallici

The challenge: lifting and rotating metal frames safely

Metal frames, unlike compact or regularly shaped components, present several elements that complicate manual handling:

  • significant weight and uneven load distribution, making stable lifting difficult
  • bulky, often asymmetrical geometries with limited gripping points
  • inconsistent results, with risks of collisions, scratches or unwanted deformation
  • need for multiple operators, reducing workflow efficiency
  • ergonomic risks such as poor posture and excessive physical strain

These issues lead to slowdowns, injuries, damage risks, and low process repeatability.

Sollevatore ergonomico di telai metallici

The solution: a manipulator dedicated to metal frames

The pneumatic manipulator for metal frames is designed to allow operators to lift, rotate and position heavy structures in a simple, controlled and completely safe way.
Thanks to customized grippers and smooth kinematics, the system provides:

  • Stable and controlled lifting
    Keeps the frame perfectly balanced, avoiding oscillations or sudden movements.
  • Assisted rotation and tilting
    Allows the frame to be orientated according to process needs — welding, assembly, painting, quality control.
  • Improved ergonomics
    Eliminates physical strain and dramatically reduces injury risk.
  • Precision and repeatability
    Movements are fluid, consistent, and easily repeatable, even with different operators.
  • Reduced cycle times
    A single operator can complete tasks that previously required two or three people, optimizing workflow efficiency.

Want to see how it works?

We provide application videos and real demonstrations to showcase how the manipulator performs in industrial environments.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY0bhzHHu0M

Let’s design your handling solution together.
Safe. Ergonomic. Tailor-made.