Manipulators
Wheelabrator’s Robot, Gripper & Manipulator systems are designed for targeted, automated surface treatment of delicate, complex, or precision-engineered components. These systems combine robotic part handling with high-performance blasting, enabling fine control of coverage, exposure time,and blast angle—ideal for applications where conventional methods may risk part damage or incomplete coverage.
Available in various robotic configurations, including gripper arm,rotating manipulator,and multi-axis robot solutions, these systems deliver exceptional repeatability, traceability, and safety. They are suited for both standalone cells and fully integrated production lines in high-value manufacturing environments.
Manipulator Machines
Robot Gripper (RG)
TheRobot Gripper is an advanced shot blast system that combines robotic part manipulation with high-performance wheel blasting, delivering precise and efficient surface treatment of sensitive, complex, or high-value components. By integrating a fully programmable industrial robot into a sealed blast chamber via a patented membrane seal, the Robot Gripper ensures optimal exposure, control, and protection throughout the blasting process.
DS and DV Manipulator Systems
The Wheelabrator DS & DV Manipulator Systems are precision-engineered shot blast solutions for the automated, multi-sided treatment of sensitive or complex components. Designed to hold workpieces stationary while rotating or indexing them through the blast stream, these systems are ideal for controlled peening, cosmetic finishing, and surface preparation of parts that require accuracy, protection, and repeatability.
Applications
- Precision cleaning, roughening, or peening of high-value parts
- Blasting of delicate or geometrically complex workpieces
- Surface treatment of castings, machined parts, medical implants, aerospace components, and automotive gears
- Controlled peening of fatigue-critical features (e.g. gear teeth, turbine blades, valve components)
- Localised surface prep prior to coating or bonding
Key Features
Multi-axis robots and programmable grippers adapt to diverse part geometries and blast paths
Precisely controls blast stream position, dwell time, and intensity
Non-contact handling prevents part-on-part impact and surface damage
Configurable part holders, pallets, and manipulators for secure and consistent processing
Easily integrated with loading systems, conveyors, and part recognition technology
Supports Industry 4.0 connectivity and traceability with optional process monitoring
Configuration / Options
Robotic Gripper Systems
For automated pick-and-place blasting of smaller parts
Rotating Manipulator Systems
For medium-sized parts with programmable multi-face access
Multi-Axis Robot Arms
For full 3D blasting paths around complex geometries
Custom Robotic Cells
Designed to match exact customer requirements, including inline or batch operation