Customisable finger gripper blanks for robotics
WDS Components has introduced a new range of blank finger grippers designed to make custom automation and robotic tooling faster and more precise. These pre-machined modular blanks enable engineers to create bespoke grippers tailored to specific workpiece shapes and application requirements without the need to design blanks from scratch.
Available in pre-machined blanks to fit popular brands such as Schunk, Destaco and SMC, WDS finger grippers offer a practical, time-saving solution across multiple industries. Each blank is crafted with precision to ensure consistent dimensional accuracy, providing a consistent and reliable foundation for customisation. This precision reduces initial setup and machining time, minimises errors during the design phase, and ensures optimal performance in the finished component.
These semi-finished blanks accommodate both minor adjustments and intricate machining, ensuring that each gripper can be tuned for optimal surface contact, pressure distribution, and secure holding.
Broad industrial applications
These customisable grippers are suitable for a wide variety of tasks, including machine tending, pick-and-place systems, assembly processes, automated handling, and sorting operations. They can be applied in industries as diverse as electronics, medical device manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, packaging, and general manufacturing.
“Finger gripper blanks strike the perfect balance between customisation and efficiency,” said Sam Wilkinson, technical manager at WDS Components. “They give engineers the freedom to create the exact gripper they need while reducing downtime and accelerating the path from concept to production.”
From gripping fragile circuit boards in an electronics facility to handling heavy-duty metal parts in an automotive plant, WDS finger grippers provide a stable, customisable base that helps engineers achieve the ideal gripping solution for their specific automation challenges.
High quality material options
Available in aluminium and steel, WDS finger gripper blanks are built to withstand the rigours of demanding environments. Aluminium blanks provide a lightweight option ideal for applications where reduced mass is beneficial, while steel blanks offer strength and durability for heavier loads or harsh operating conditions. In both cases, precision manufacturing ensures that each gripper blank performs consistently across its service life.
WDS finger gripper blanks enable faster design iterations and therefore improved machine uptime. Engineers can test and refine gripping solutions quickly, without sacrificing quality or safety. This capability allows production teams to adapt to changing product designs, smaller batch sizes, and evolving automation needs with more regularity, helping businesses stay competitive in fast-moving markets.
