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Part Loading in Galvanized Coating Lines

Safe, Ergonomic, and Efficient Handling of Heavy Metal Parts in Plating Lines with Pneumatic Manipulator Technology

Safe and Efficient Handling in Plating Lines

In galvanizing, chrome, nickel, or paint coating lines, the loading and unloading of metal parts are among the most challenging and hazardous operations for operators.
Because most parts are heavy, unbalanced, and require working close to chemical baths, manual handling poses serious risks in terms of both safety and product quality.

BPM Industrial Manipulators provide safe, ergonomic, and fully pneumatic solutions for loading, dipping, and unloading metal parts in these demanding environments.


Precise Control with Pneumatic Manipulators

PM manipulators operate with a 100% pneumatic system — no electricity required — ensuring flawless performance in humid, hot, or chemically vaporized environments within coating lines.
Using the ergonomic control handle, the operator can precisely grip parts, adjust dipping angles, and safely place them into the line.


Applications

  • Galvanized coating lines

  • Chrome and nickel plating lines

  • Phosphating and paint dipping processes

  • Washing, drying, and surface preparation stations


Technical Specifications

  • Load Capacity: 50 – 1000 kg (depending on model)

  • Rotation Angle: 0° – 90° – 180° adjustable

  • Grip Type: Hook, pneumatic gripper, or custom-designed holders

  • Operating Principle: 100% pneumatic – no electrical power required

  • Safety: CE certified, fully compliant with EN 14238 and ISO 12100 standards

  • Mounting Options: Ceiling-mounted, column-mounted, or rail-mounted


Advantages of BPM Manipulators in Plating Lines

  • Pneumatic system designed for wet and chemical environments

  • Precise dipping and positioning of parts

  • Counterbalanced system reduces operator fatigue

  • Resistant to chemical vapors and splashes

  • Increased line efficiency through superior control

  • Eliminates the need for manual handling


Suitable BPM Models

  • BPM Transporter / Helpful: For parts up to 120–180 kg

  • BPM Forceful: For heavy metal components up to 450 kg

  • BPM Powerful / Hercules: For galvanizing frames and racks up to 750–1200 kg


Ergonomics and Safety Combined

Loading and unloading operations in galvanizing lines carry high risk due to elevated temperatures, slippery floors, and tight spaces.
BPM Industrial Manipulators minimize workplace accidents by allowing operators to control all part movements safely and precisely.
Thanks to the counterbalanced pneumatic system, even heavy loads can be handled effortlessly by a single operator.


Local Manufacturing – Global Standards

BPM Manipulators are developed and manufactured in Turkey by Erha Engineering, with all products CE-certified and fully compliant with EN 14238 standards.
With over 35 years of engineering experience, BPM enhances safety and efficiency in industrial handling processes across coating, painting, machining, and assembly lines.