Cage Handling System

The cage gripper handles all known rectangular cage types incl. automatic adaption according to cage size. The width of the gripper is automatically adjusted. The cage gripper can handle up to four cages at the time. The system can handle different cage models, all with automatic adjustment depending on the cage type to be processed.

The conveyors are handling pallets or pallet carts. Pallets are automatically forwarded on conveyors from operator loading position to robot picking position on soiled side to clean side. The specific cage type to be processed are indicated on the pallet and automatic reading of cage type on load conveyor to be handled. All systems will automatically be adjusted to process the cages read by the system.

The sorting tables receives cage from the tunnel washer discharge. All cages are transferred to the end of the table to be realigned for a position that is known by the robot. The cage sorting table can handle multiple cage sizes. The cage sorting table works with any continuous belt tunnel washers.

The safety barrier protects persons for accessing when robots and system are in operation. The safety barrier is designed to the specific facility layout. It is possible for the operator standing outside the robot cells to visually see a person through the barrier before resetting the safety circuits and potential restart the system.