Piab Carton Clamp Tool for EOAT Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Piab Carton Clamp Tool is a pre-engineered, plug-and-play palletizing end-of-arm tool for boxes, crates and trays. It handles payloads up to 50 kg (110 lb) with Lift Assist.
Clamping width adjusts from 250 to 625 mm, high-friction rubber-lined clamp plates give a stable grip, and part-present sensors confirm the product is held. Options include a valve package for discrete I/O or Ethernet, Lift Assist, a mounting riser, teach pointer, pallet hook and a slip-sheet system using COAX vacuum.
Quick Verdict
A complete clamp palletizing tool for heavy or open-topped products where vacuum is unreliable, with optional pallet and slip-sheet handling.
Piab Carton Clamp Tool for EOAT at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Tool type | Carton clamp palletizing EOAT |
Payload | Up to 50 kg (110 lb) with Lift Assist |
Clamping width | 250 to 625 mm |
Clamp plates | High-friction, rubber lined |
Sensors | Part-present sensors |
Valve package | Discrete I/O or Ethernet |
Lift Assist | Adds 10 kg payload, supports faster moves |
Options | Mounting riser, teach pointer, pallet hook, slip-sheet system |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
Clamping squeezes the product from two sides, so it works with crates, trays and open or porous cartons that vacuum grippers struggle to seal on. Rubber-lined, high-friction plates spread the load and resist slipping.
Lift Assist adds support under the load, raising payload by 10 kg and allowing faster robot moves without the product sliding out of the clamp.
The pallet hook and slip-sheet option combines clamping with COAX vacuum cups, letting one tool place empty pallets and slip sheets between layers.
Integration and Selection
Confirm product dimensions fall within 250 to 625 mm and that the robot payload covers tool plus product. Choose the valve package for the cell's I/O or Ethernet architecture.
Use the riser to suit pallet heights and the teach pointer to reference conveyors and pallets.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Food and beverage | Palletizing crates and trays |
Consumer goods | Palletizing cartons |
Logistics | Mixed case palletizing |
Agriculture | Handling produce crates |
Functional Uses
Case and crate palletizing
Pallet placement
Slip-sheet handling
Part-present verification
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Up to 50 kg payload
Wide clamping range
Plug-and-play
Pallet and slip-sheet options
Limitations
Clamping unsuitable for crushable boxes
Larger tool than vacuum
Single-product pick per cycle
Who Should Consider the Piab Carton Clamp Tool for EOAT?
The Carton Clamp Tool suits palletizing cells handling crates, trays and boxes up to 50 kg.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Piab prices the Carton Clamp Tool by configuration, options and quantity. Budget for the complete solution, including mounting, vacuum or air supply, valves, sensors and commissioning, rather than the component alone.
Further Reading
Piab Carton Clamp Tool for EOAT FAQ
What payload does it handle?
Up to 50 kg (110 lb) with Lift Assist.
What clamping widths are supported?
250 to 625 mm.
Does it confirm part presence?
Yes, with part-present sensors.
Which communication options exist?
Discrete I/O or Ethernet valve packages.
Can it handle pallets and slip sheets?
Yes, with optional pallet hook and slip-sheet system.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from Piab.
