The newest edition to the Techno-Sommer Automatic product line is the GGL3060 food gripper. Designed specifically for food-handling applications, the GGL3060 is sealed according to IP69K standards, allowing it to withstand both high-pressure and high-temperature (wash down) cleanings. The Techno GGL3060 gripper has a compact form with a matching corrosion-resistant, stainless steel design. It also meets DIN 1672-2 guidelines for hygienic food production machinery, making it food safe, the company said.
This specialized gripper features jaws that swing open to a full 180º. This makes it very easy to have the gripper clear material below it, the company said. Additionally, the angular design of this gripper provides up to 24l pound feet of gripping torque and the unit includes sensors that sense jaw position.