Gorbel G-Force
Intelligent Assist Devices

The Gorbel G-Force™ and Gorbel Easy Arm™ are part of a new family of Material Handling equipment known as Intelligent Assist Devices (IAD's).

The G-Force™ Intelligent Lifting Device uses patented technology and an industrial processor controlled drive system to deliver unmatched lifting precision and speed.

The Easy Arm™ Intelligent Lfiting Arm uses Gorbel's patented G-Force^TM technology and an industrial processor controlled drive system, integrated them into an ergonomic articulating jib design. 

How G-Force Works

The G-Force enables operators to lift and maneuver naturally, as if the device were an extension of their own arm.  The G-Force^TM will help improve productivity, reduce the cost of product damage, and minimize work related injuries. 

The G-Force^TM is available in two series: the BXi series and the streamlined BX Series (lower cost alternative).  Both series are available in 150# and 300# capacities.  The G-Force is also available integrated with our Easy Arm articulating jib crane.

Features:

• Pinpoint precision - speeds from 1 foot per minute (0.3 mpm) up to 275 fpm (83mpm)
• Blazing speed - travels up to 4 times faster than traditional high end lifting devices
• Infinite speed control - ideal for applications that require high speed at some points in the cycle and slow, precise movements at other points

The G-Force^TM ILD gives the responsiveness and flexibility of a human operator plus the power of a machine. It incorporates a range of speeds so it is perfect for quick, repetitive motions and slow, precise placements.

The BXi model comes loaded with standard intelligence features and programmability to customize it to your application. This series comes in capacities of 150 and 300 pounds.  Higher capacities are available .

Added Intelligence Capabilities:

• Teachable virtual limits and speed reduction points - unit can be taught to stop or reduce speed when it reaches specific points in its lifting range
• External inputs/outputs - endless possibilities exist for the I/O on the BXi model. Contact the factory for customized programming to maximize your BXi flexibility.
• E-stop output - the E-stop can trigger or stop the external system that it is tied to (conveyor, CNC machine)
• Option to interface with data systems via DeviceNet - external systems that use DeviceNet protocol can read or control the data points and parameters of the G-Force^TM
• Easily accessible external communications port - any computer equipped with special software can be used to upgrade or monitor performance

This streamlined BX Series is a lower cost alternative for those applications that require the speed and precision of the BXi, but not the added intelligence and flexibility.  Available in 150# and 300# capacities.  Higher capacities available - contact Milwaukee Crane.

Features:

G-Force^TM Easy Arm^TM
The Brains of a G-Force^TM , The Body of a Jib 

Easy ArmTM named Plant Engineering 2003 Product of the Year Bronze Medal Winner! The G-ForceTM Easy ArmTM is the newest addition to our family of Material Handling equipment known as Intelligent Assist Devices (IAD's). We took our patented G-ForceTM technology and an industrial processor controlled drive system and integrated them into an ergonomic articulating jib design.

Please contact Met-Con today for a quotation on your overhead handling and crane service requirements.

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