Unidex introduces its new Model ECL Series Electric Column Lift Manipulator, a fine-height lifting system with 270° articulating arms plus end effectors for handling close tolerance work positioning requirements. The new ECL Series manipulators now feature lever action controls for three-speed vertical height adjustment, adjustable upper and lower limits, and a two-year warranty. Dual arm capability is also offered as a new option.

ECL manipulators have an electric-powered chain/sprocket drive that provides lifting and lowering. The unique design allows smooth, continuous movement throughout the work area. Horizontal movement is not restricted by vertical supports, cables or vacuum hoses. This permits the arm to maintain the attitude of the load for reach-in or reach-under applications.

The new ECL Series manipulator has a standard lift stroke of 54" and load capacity of 250 pounds 96" from the centerline. An Aut-O-Loc™ braking system provides firm support and protects the operator from downward movement in case of chain or drive failure. Tubular and bridge-style arms are provided in standard lengths of 72" and 92" from the carriage to the end of the arm pivot. Manually-guided articulating arms are available with radial reaches up to 96".

A variety of customized and optional features are available including:

• Stainless steel for construction for sanitary or corrosive environments and nickel-plated for corrosion-resistance. (Other special materials and finishes available.)
• Variety of lift strokes and load capacities.
• Various articulating arm lengths and designs, including dual arm options.
• Standard and customized end effectors.
• Push-button or pendant controls.
• Overhead mounting systems.

A new overhead-mounted Rigid Column Manipulator, introduced by Unidex, Inc. offers the stability of a floor-mounted unit with the range of an overhead system and load capacities greater than telescoping models. Suspended from a bridge-crane style overhead system, the new Rigid Column Manipulator achieves fine vertical adjustment along a linear rail system offering X, Y, and Z-axis positioning throughout a large work zone. This eliminates potential dangers of swinging loads handled solely by hoists.

The vertical movement can be powered electrically or pneumatically (with shop air), and the versatile manipulator can be configured for a variety of applications using arms, booms, or custom-engineered end effectors. The new Rigid Column Manipulator enables users to place and retrieve parts in ovens, parts washers, machining centers, storage racks, or work cells with reach up to 96" and standard load capacities to 250 lbs. Typical applications include part lifting, holding, indexing, rotating, upending, pick and place, power gripping, and clamping.

Higher capacity loads can be handled by installing an optional power drive system in place of manually guided movement along the overhead bridge crane system. Controls are located on the column-mounted handles, or a push button pendant can be provided to give greater flexibility to the operator. Other options include:

• Stainless steel construction for sanitary or corrosive environments
• Variety of lift strokes and load capacities
• Various arm lengths and designs
• Manual or powered end effectors
• Special controls or interlock features
• Power drives or braking systems

A new adjustable-height workbench from Unidex, Inc. is constructed of stainless steel for use in sanitary or corrosive work environments such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing. The new stainless steel AHW Series workbench provides instant adjustments of working heights at up to four-inches-per-second lifting speed to accommodate a variety of work positioning requirements and optimum ergonomic working heights for different workers. It features an air/oil hydraulic lift system that provides a full range of height increments within its lift stroke. Model AHW2718 has a lift stroke of 18" from 27" to 45" high. Model AHW9536 has a lift stroke of 36" from 9.5" to 45.5" high.

The new stainless steel AHW workbench is designed to function smoothly regardless of uneven weight distribution, and has a load capacity of 500 lbs. A blocking valve provides firm support and serves as a safety back-up by protecting the operator from downward movement in case of air loss. A 30" by 60" work surface is standard.

Unidex AHW Series workbenches and can be customized with a wide range of options including:

• Custom sizes and alternative materials of construction (e.g. aluminum ESD).
• Various heights, lift strokes, and load capacities.
• Foot pedal hydraulic and electric-hydraulic models.
• Casters to create a mobile workbench.
• Cabinets, shelves, drawers, hoods, power strips, lights, and air couplings.
• Trunion mounts for work rotation.
• Standard or custom work-holding fixtures.

The new heavy-duty Model ECL Series Electric Column Lift manipulator from Unidex, Inc. features a load capacity of up to 500 lbs. ECL Series manipulators are designed as a fine-height lifting systems with 270° articulating arms plus end effectors for handling close tolerance work positioning requirements.

Heavy-duty ECL Series manipulators offer twice the load capacity of standard models and feature an electric-powered chain/sprocket drive that provides lifting and lowering while the end-of-arm controls provide three-speed vertical height adjustment. The unique design allows smooth, continuous movement throughout the work area. Horizontal movement is not restricted by vertical supports, cables or vacuum hoses. This permits the arm to maintain the attitude of the load for reach-in or reach-under applications.

The new ECL Series heavy-duty manipulator has a standard lift stroke of 54" and load capacity of 500 lbs. 96" from the centerline. An Aut-O-Loc™ braking system provides firm support and protects the operator from downward movement in case of chain or drive failure. Tubular and bridge-style arms are provided in standard lengths of 72" and 92" from the carriage to the end of the arm pivot. Manually-guided articulating arms are available with radial reaches up to 96".

Heavy-duty ECL Series manipulators can be customized with a variety of optional features including:

• Stainless steel construction for sanitary or corrosive environments and nickel-plated for corrosion-resistance. (Other special materials and finishes available.)
• Variety of lift strokes and load capacities.
• Various articulating arm lengths and designs.
• Standard and customized end effectors.
• Lever arm, push-button or pendant controls.
• Overhead mounting systems.
• Mobile units.

Unidex, Inc. introduces its new Model PH Series Stainless Steel Mobile Lift Table. Constructed of stainless steel for use in sanitary or corrosive environments, the new PH Mobile Table is designed for fast, safe, ergonomic lifting and transfer of loads up to 500 lbs.

The new PH Series Stainless Steel Lift Table has a dependable foot-pedal hydraulic system with the pedal positioned low for safe, easy operation. Standard features include a 24" x 24" table top, standard start height at 28" with lift strokes of 14" or 16" (to 42" or 44" heights), adjustable down-speed control, and four 5" locking casters. The single post lifting column eliminates hazards that can be present with scissor lifts, and the mobility and flexibility of the table can save space by eliminating conveyors and workbenches.

Unidex stainless steel PH Series tables can be customized with a variety of optional features including:

• Rotating table top with four index positions to 90 degrees.
• Tilt table
• Variety of table sizes and lift strokes.
• Ball or conveyor transfers.
• Custom fixtures including fixture table tops.
• Frame modifications.