GEBHARDT develops and delivers solutions for automated material handling across warehouse automation, conveyor technology, and robotics. Among these are AGVs equipped with pallet scissor lift tables that form an integral part of automated intralogistics systems. They raise pallets, wire mesh containers, and large load carriers to the required transfer height, enabling smooth and efficient material flow between different conveyor systems.

The AGV-based pallet scissor lift table is equipped with roller conveyors and performs two essential functions. It transports load carriers weighing up to 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) and transfers them longitudinally (short edge leading) to a wide range of conveyor interfaces. This enables flexible integration of mobile transport systems into automated material handling processes across the shop floor. The lifting function is driven by two Compacta AG160 slip-on geared motors from Framo Morat, combined with two LinearChain push chains from GROB Antriebstechnik.

Compacta AG160 and LinearChain Enable Compact, Reliable Lifting

Meeting the demanding requirements of mobile material handling requires more than powerful individual components. Only the intelligent combination of both technologies and the seamless integration of multiple functional elements into one compact drive solution make it possible to deliver the performance required for AGV-based lifting applications. With an output torque of 720 Nm and an output speed of 5 rpm, the two Compacta AG160 slip-on geared motors raise and lower the pallet scissor lift table smoothly, safely, and precisely to the required transfer height. Equipped with a 40 V BLDC motor, the Compacta AG160 delivers high power density while requiring only minimal installation space. Combined with the LinearChain push chains, the result is a compact, reliable, and highly efficient lifting solution.

The Compacta series integrates a powerful motor, a worm spur gear unit, and limit switches into one compact drive system. Available as preconfigured standard variants, modified standard variants, or fully custom-engineered solutions, the Compacta series can be tailored to the specific requirements of a wide range of industrial applications.The drive concept is complemented by two LinearChain push chains from GROB Antriebstechnik, each providing a load capacity of 18 kN. Thanks to the 90-degree deflection of the push chains, a lifting stroke of more than 700 mm (27.6 in) is achieved within an installation height of less than 200 mm (7.9 in). The push chains ensure precise force transmission even under uneven load distribution while enabling exceptionally space-efficient integration into the lift table.

For system operators, this results in a compact lifting solution that combines reliable power transmission, minimal installation space, and the drive performance required for efficient and dependable automated material handling.

Manufacturers:

• GEBHARDT Fördertechnik GmbH: https://gebhardt-group.com/en/
• GROB Antriebstechnik GmbH: https://en.grob-antriebstechnik.de/

We are happy to support you in designing a customized drive solution for your application. Contact our sales team by email at drives@framo-morat.com or call us at +49 7657 88-303.