Flexible Smart Production Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing
Serving both conventional and new-energy automotive manufacturing, we cover powertrain, chassis, body, interior, and three-electric parts machining and assembly with high-grip-force, high-protection, long-life smart end-effectors that support flexible mixed-model production lines.
Challenges in Automotive Manufacturing
Large, Heavy Workpieces
Auto parts such as engine blocks and transmission housings are large and heavy, demanding grippers with high grip force and rigidity.
Harsh Environments
Welding, casting, and machining involve oil, coolant, and welding spatter, requiring grippers with high protection ratings.
Mixed-Model Lines
The automotive industry runs flexible mixed-model lines, requiring grippers that change over quickly and handle multiple workpieces to reduce changeover time.
Complex Assembly Processes
Auto assembly involves pressing, fastening, dispensing, and inspection, requiring multiple end-effectors to work together.
Strict Cycle Times
Automotive lines have strict cycle times, demanding fast-response, reliable end-effectors — downtime affects the entire line.
High Safety Requirements
Automotive manufacturing has many human-robot collaboration scenarios, requiring end-effectors with safe force control that stop on contact to protect workers.
Core Advantages of Jodell's Automotive Solutions
High Grip Force
The EPG-L series delivers up to 2000 N grip force and 80 mm per-side stroke for stable gripping of heavy auto parts.
IP65 High Protection
Sealed design is water- and oil-resistant, working reliably in welding and machining environments and withstanding coolant and oil.
Ultra-Long Life
Over 10 million cycles of life meet the heavy-duty, long-run demands of automotive lines.
Flexible Production
Programmable stroke and grip force support mixed-model production; one-click parameter switching cuts changeover time by 80%.
Safe Force Control
Collision detection stops motion on unexpected contact, meeting collaborative safety requirements and protecting people and equipment.
Industrial Fieldbus
Supports Profinet, EtherNet/IP, and other mainstream automotive fieldbuses, seamlessly integrating with OEM PLC systems.
Typical Application Processes
Machine Tool Loading/Unloading
Automated loading/unloading of CNC machining centers and lathes, handling both raw castings and finished parts.
Engine Assembly
Handling and precision assembly of engine blocks, cylinder heads, crankshafts, pistons, and other components.
Bolt Fastening
The LRA Linear Rotary Actuator paired with electric screwdrivers automatically fastens engine and chassis bolts.
NEV Three-Electric Systems
Handling and assembly of battery packs, motors, and electronic control units, with insulating and anti-static design.
Dispensing & Sealing
Body seam sealing and glass adhesive dispensing; the ELS slide drives the dispensing gun along precise paths.
Inspection Handling
Automated loading/unloading and handling for visual and dimensional inspection of parts.
Recommended Products for Automotive Manufacturing
EPG-L High-Grip-Force Gripper
2000 N grip force for heavy workpieces
EPG Series Electric Gripper
General-purpose gripping for parts handling
ERG Rotary Gripper
Rotation + gripping for workpiece orientation change
LRA Linear Rotary Actuator
Bolt fastening, two-axis combo
ELS Electric Linear Slide
Linear motion for dispensing positioning
RG Robot Gripper
Collaborative robots for human-robot collaboration
Value We Deliver
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for in grippers for machining workshops?
Machining workshops are harsh, so consider: 1) Protection rating: at least IP65 to keep out coolant and metal chips; 2) Grip force: machined parts are heavy, with self-locking grip that holds on power loss; 3) Rigidity: the gripper body and fingers must be rigid enough that cutting forces do not shift the workpiece; 4) Oil resistance: seals and cables resist coolant and lubricants; 5) Air blow port: optional port to blow chips off fingers and workpieces. The Jodell EPG-L series industrial gripper with IP65 protection is ideal for machine tool loading/unloading.
Which grippers are used for NEV three-electric assembly?
Recommended for NEV three-electric (battery, motor, electronic control) assembly: 1) Battery pack handling: EPG-L high-grip-force grippers with custom fingers to grip pack trays, with insulating and anti-static design; 2) Cell assembly: EPG Series standard grippers in anti-static version for module cell stacking; 3) Motor assembly: ERG rotary grippers for rotor insertion into housings with rotary alignment; 4) Bolt fastening: LRA Linear Rotary Actuator with electric screwdrivers for automatic pack and motor bolt fastening; 5) Seal dispensing: ELS precision slide drives the dispensing gun for battery pack sealing.
Is mixed-model production on one line possible?
Yes. Jodell electric grippers store multiple parameter presets — up to 32 sets of workpiece parameters (stroke, grip force, speed, etc.). Switching vehicle models only requires recalling the corresponding parameter set, with no gripper or mechanical changeover. Combined with robot tool changers and quick-swap fingers, model changeover is completed within 3 minutes, perfectly supporting flexible mixed-model lines.
Can electric grippers be used in automotive welding shops?
Yes, but protection is important. Welding shops involve spatter and strong EMI. We recommend: 1) Grippers rated IP65 or above; 2) Spatter protection covers; 3) Spatter-resistant cable sleeving; 4) Proper grounding for EMI immunity. Jodell offers dedicated welding-shop grippers with enhanced protection and anti-interference design, already deployed at multiple OEM body shops.
Which grippers suit collaborative robots in auto assembly?
For collaborative assembly, we recommend the RG Series Robot Grippers: 1) Rounded, sharp-edge-free collaborative-safe design; 2) Sensitive force control that stops on contact with people; 3) Plug-and-play compatibility with UR, JAKA, AUBO, and other leading cobots; 4) Graphical programming that non-technical staff can use quickly. They suit interior trim assembly, dashboard installation, seat installation, and other human-robot collaborative tasks in final assembly shops.
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