With a total of nine drives, the remarkable movement range of the SVH enables various gripping operations to be executed with high sensitivity.

Elastic gripping surfaces on the new SVH ensure a reliable and strong gripping force on objects, that enabling it to be used for a multitude of tasks. In addition to new dimensions in gripping and manipulation tasks, Schunk is defining the possibility of human/robot communication configuration by permitting gestures with the 5-finger hand.

The new development is available in left or right-hand versions and is completely suitable for mobile applications. Furthermore, the new SVH has complete integration of control, regulator and power electronics in the wrist, so there no additional bulky control devices are required. To further simplify integration into automation systems, the SVH has been developed to allow easy connection and integration with market-standard industrial and lightweight robots via defined interfaces.

The SVH has a 1:1 size ratio with the average human hand with an overall length of 242mm, a width of 92mm and a finger width of 19.6mm. With nine drives that control the thumb, small finger, ring, middle and index fingers, the SVH has a total of 20 axes of movement. To highlight its versatility and flexibility, the SVH has a total weight of 1.3kg and operates on a 24V DC power supply that allows it to be used in an almost endless range of automation scenarios.

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Since 2003, Schunk has been represented in China with its own subsidiary that has witnessed consistent growth since its market introduction. Henrik Schunk calls the new headquarters an important milestone in the 70-year history of the family-owned company, commenting at the opening ceremony that a new era of Schunk was beginning in the Chinese market.

The company says new location offers three decisive advantages. It enables Schunk to have more room for the growing number of Chinese staff. It also enables Schunk to build relationships with customers and create a knowledge transfer philosophy through the new Schunk Tech Centre.

With the help of proper functioning robot cells, visitors can have live demos of what can be achieved by using Schunk components and automation solutions. Moreover, workshops and practical training will be regularly offered by experienced technical experts.

“One of our most important objectives in China is to be on the spot when the customer needs us,” explains Henrik Schunk. “A long-term goal of Schunk is to strengthen and expand its market leading position for clamping technology and gripping systems worldwide. In this, China will be a third pillar alongside Europe and USA.”

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