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At Automate 2026 in Chicago, Güdel (Ann Arbor, MI) demonstrated two new additional degrees of freedom for heavy-duty grinding applications. By integrating its TrackMotion Vertical TMV and TrackMotion Floor TMF systems, Güdel allows a single robot to maintain consistent contact pressure and path speed across massive surfaces that would otherwise require multiple robots or complex part repositioning.
Unlike standard stationary setups, the company’s multi-axis motion systems provide three key strategic advantages for the shop floor:
- Reduced capital investment: A single robot can service an entire large work envelope, eliminating the need for multiple fixed units and simplifying cell design, safety, and controls.
- Enhanced Process Stability: By keeping the robot in a favorable working posture,
the system minimizes joint extremes and wear, ensuring repeatability during long,
high-force grinding cycles. - Maximum Uptime in Harsh Zones: Designed specifically for abrasive
environments, the track systems protect critical components and position the robot
away from aggressive debris zones typical of grinding operations.
More information: https://www.gudel.com/meta/search?q=TrackMotion