Built-in safety features ensure continuous, reliable operation, while the compact design requires minimal floor space — making it an ideal solution for busy workshops and fabrication facilities.

Key Features

• Pneumatic cantilever design for effortless handling
• Lightweight and modular – easy to move and set up
• Precision control with stop-at-any-point positioning
• Safety-focused design for secure operation
• Minimal floor space required

Capacity

• 1250 × 1250 mm – up to 300 kg
• 2450 × 1250 mm – up to 500 kg
• 3000 × 1500 mm – up to 1000 kg

Using a powerful vacuum system with multiple suction cups, the IMS loading arm grips sheets securely without scratching or distortion. The unit can be operated manually or via remote control, allowing precise horizontal positioning for accurate and repeatable loading. Its column-mounted design provides excellent reach, while the low-friction wheel system ensures smooth, effortless travel—even at maximum load.

Built with high-quality steel, rubber and industrial-grade components, the IMS Pneumatic Loading Arm offers long-term durability with minimal maintenance. Safety is prioritised with air cut-off protection, anti-collision features and a vacuum pressure protection system to prevent accidental release. Fixed installation via anchor bolts makes it suitable for any fabrication shop requiring reliable sheet handling for daily operations.

Available in multiple load capacities and sizes, the IMS Loading Arm is compatible with steel, stainless steel, aluminium, glass, composite materials, acrylic, and more—making it a versatile solution for laser cutting operations, manufacturing plants, sheet-metal workshops, material distributors and industrial production lines.

Heavy-duty suction cups provide secure lifting, while the modular design makes it easy to set up and adapt for a variety of workshop applications. Perfect for boosting productivity and reducing manual handling in fabrication and processing environments.

Key Features

• Automated loading and unloading with articulated swing arm
• High-torque servo lift for heavy sheet handling
• Precision positioning for accuracy and safety
• Heavy-duty suction cups for secure lifting
• Compact and modular design – easy to set up

Capacity

• 3000 × 1500 mm – up to 500 kg
• 4000 × 2000 mm – up to 750 kg
• 4000 × 2000 mm – up to 1000 kg

]]> https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/machine/ims-r/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:16:35 +0000 https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/?post_type=product&p=9081 servo-driven loading arm for fast, accurate and fully controlled sheet loading. With 360° rotation, PLC control and 1000 kg capacity, it delivers smooth, automated handling for high-volume fabrication.]]>

The IMS Servo Loading Arm is a next-generation automated sheet-handling system engineered for workshops that demand speed, accuracy and safe, repeatable loading of CNC laser cutting machines. Built with a servo-driven swing arm and a full PLC control system, it delivers precise positioning and smooth movement, even when handling heavy or large-format sheets.

Unlike conventional robotic arms—which often struggle in confined spaces or require complex programming—the IMS servo arm offers intuitive touchscreen controls, 360° rotation, independent pitch/yaw/roll motors, and fast setup for new jobs. The result is a flexible, highly efficient handling solution ideal for high-throughput laser cutting, automated production lines and modern industrial environments.

The arm offers exceptional accuracy, with ±0.1 mm positioning tolerance and 2000 mm operational reach. Its vacuum lifting system provides secure, damage-free sheet handling, and can be configured for various sheet sizes from 3015 mm up to 4020 mm formats. With options ranging from 200 kg up to 1000 kg payload capacity, it integrates seamlessly into any laser cutting workflow that requires both speed and safety.

Designed for demanding industrial applications, the IMS Servo Loading Arm enhances productivity, reduces labour requirements, and ensures consistent loading performance—even in compact workshop layouts.

Designed for fully automatic loading and unloading, this heavy-duty system combines precision positioning with a robust build for continuous, reliable operation. Ideal for workshops and factories requiring maximum efficiency and throughput.

Key Features

• Multi-servo control for faster, more complex handling
• Fully automated loading and unloading
• Robust build for continuous high-volume production
• Precision positioning with heavy-duty suction system
• Compact, modular design for easy integration

Capacity

• 3000 × 1500 mm – up to 500 kg
• 4000 × 2000 mm – up to 750 kg
• 4000 × 2000 mm – up to 1000 kg

]]> https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/machine/ims-gl/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:13:55 +0000 https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/?post_type=product&p=8596 Automated gantry system for sheet loading and unloading, handling up to 1000 kg with precision servo control — maximising safety, speed, and efficiency.

The IMS Gantry Sheet Loading & Unloading Manipulator is a high-performance automation system built for fast and efficient sheet handling. With precision servo control and a robust gantry design, it delivers smooth, accurate positioning for both loading and unloading operations.

Ideal for laser cutting and other sheet processing applications, the gantry manipulator boosts throughput, reduces manual handling, and cuts labour costs. Compact and durable, it is well-suited for high-volume production environments where reliability and efficiency are critical.

Key Benefits

• Fully automated sheet handling – loads and unloads without manual intervention
• Higher productivity – integrates directly with laser cutting machines for faster workflows
• Reduced costs – lowers labour requirements and handling delays
• Safe & reliable – designed for continuous heavy-duty operation

Specifications

• Sheet sizes: 3015 / 4015 / 4020 / 6015 / 6020 / 6025 mm
• Maximum load capacity: 300–1000 kg
• Air consumption: 1.5 m³/min
• Air source: 0.6–0.7 Mpa

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