Requirement: handle roofs and hoods independently and safely
To reduce the time between production and packaging. The customer was looking for a solution that would reduce the workload for operators and improve operational efficiency.
In particular, bulky items such as hoods and roofs needed to be moved directly from the production line in order to complete the assembly process and take them to the next stage.
The challenge was to find a single tool that operators could use independently to manoeuvre complex, irregularly shaped items, thereby eliminating the need for multiple pieces of equipment or teamwork.
Objective: Safe and flexible tilting of complex loads
The design was developed to tilt loads of different types, such as hoods or roofs that would otherwise be difficult to handle, directly onto assembly lines.
The lifter allows motorised raising and lowering, as well as automatic gripping via battery-powered suction cups fitted with a pressure regulator. Once the correct vacuum level for lifting the load has been reached, the suction cups enter standby mode and reactivate when the vacuum level drops slightly. This conserves battery power. The lifter also enables motorised rotation from horizontal to vertical, as well as manual rotation of 360° around the front axis. As can be seen in the picture, the suction cups can be rotated through 90° to provide maximum freedom of movement and grip.
Thanks to its range of movements and adjustable suction cup arms, the machine can be adapted for a variety of grips and applications.
This solution allows operators to independently move and assemble parts, preparing them for the next phase (packaging, testing or storage), thereby significantly improving production efficiency and ergonomics.
In addition, the lifter ensures operational continuity over multiple work cycles, thanks to its additional battery packs. Unlike forklifts, which require regular servicing and have oily and greasy components, the RIEVO lifter requires minimal maintenance, enabling it to remain clean at all times without releasing dirt.
What if needs change over time?
While the company has changed its production lines and plant layouts over the years, thanks to the modularity of the lifter and our in-house design team, we have always been able to retrofit and adapt existing machines to new operating conditions.
This enables us to offer a customisable product that evolves with our customer’s needs while prioritising workplace safety.
