Wirth GmbH

The ERGO-Jet is a pneumatically operated vacuum lifting device for safe and ergonomic in-house transport of panels made from glass and other materials.

The advantages of the product series OKTOPUS^® ERGO-Jet:

• 360° rotation, pneumatic and infinitely adjustable telescopic lifting column for precise load positioning
• the application in double bridges of light weight crane systems or double railway systems of column or wall mounted slewing cranes
• fixed connection between the lifting column and crane runway on a double-rail crane trolley
• telescopic extension arms for geometric adjustment of the suction bridge to the loads to be handled without using tools
• optional use of regulated ejectors with non-return valves and integrated pressure gauges
• arrangement of the control elements that allow operating the ERGO-Jet and guiding the device using the handles at the same time
• fine-tune positioning of the movements rotate, tilt or incline
• weight reduction by predominant use of aluminum and optimized light-weight constructions
• minimum requirements for service and preventive maintenance
• handling of large and heavy glass panes by one operator only
• low power consumption, fast and cost-effective
• The following options: blow-off function, automatic energy saving, spring-mounted suction pads, decentralized vacuum generation, manually or pneumatically height-adjustable control panel

Application data

Working Load Limit:
150 / 250 / 350 / 500 kg

Vacuum frame: 
- 4 standard frames: diagonal (small/large) or rectangular (small/large)
- special frames at customer’s request
- extendable extensions

Vacuum generation:
- ejectors (Venturi nozzles) with non-return valve and blow-off function,
- optional automatic energy saving

Power supply:
- compressed air 6-9 bar, quick coupling NW9

Safety devices: 
- in compressed air section vacuum pressure gauge and whistle,
- vacuum gauge on each suction pad

Color:
- hoisting tube, housing components: RAL 9006, white aluminum
- suction frame, control panel:              RAL 2011, deep orange
- other colors on request

Additional functions:  
- height-adjustable control panel
- depth-adjustable control panel
- pneumatic drive
- suction pad extensions

Movements

Lifting / lowering: 
pneumatic, stepless by telescopic lifting cylinder

Rotation horizontally: 
in the hoisting tube, manually 360°

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The advantages of the product series OKTOPUS^® ERGO-Sprint:

• the use in hoists with flexible guidance (chain or rope hoist for lifting or lowering the load) and the horizontal rotatability by 360° in the crane hook
• the availability of manual, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic positioning facilities (rotating, tilting)
• a variety of suction frame versions for optimal adaption to loads and plate geometries; special solutions also for curved panes
• telescopic extension arms for geometric adjustment of the suction bridge to the loads to be handled without tools
• the possibility to adjust and combine available energy sources (compressed air, 400 V, 230 V or 24 V for battery use) for vacuum generation and positioning of the loads
• the option of pneumatically operated devices to equip each suction pad with its own vacuum generation (ejectors) with non-return valve and pressure gauge
• the comprehensive safety functions (depending on the device):
  • compressed air or vacuum gauges
  • optical and/or acoustic signal devices to monitor power supply and vacuum function
  • centrally or decentrally arranged non-return valves
  • charge level indicator
• minimum servicing and preventive maintenance requirements

the following options: blow-off function, automatic energy saving, spring-loaded suction pads, adjustable crane mounting, cable or radio remote control for electrical devices, chain hoists, manually, electrically or pneumatically height-adjustable control panel

Application data

Working Load Limit:
150 / 250 / 350 / 500 / 1000 kg,
special solutions up to 9,000 kg and for curved panes

Lifting / lowering: 
by chain or rope hoist or by forklift (each provided by the customer)

Suction frame:
X-shaped or rectangular with extendable arms, or as a traverse with adjustable crossbeams

Vacuum generation:
by ejectors (with/without automatic energy saving) with non-return valve or by electrical vacuum pumps

Power supply:
compressed air: 6-9 bar, quick couplings 1/4“, 1/2“, 3/8“

Electricity:
400 V, 230 V, 24 V battery

Safety devices: 
depending on the energy source flashing light, alarm buzzer or whistle, pressure gauge
vacuum gauge central or on each suction pad

Color: 
housing components:              RAL 9006, white aluminum
suction frame, control panel: RAL 2011, deep orange

Movements suction frame

Rotating:
depending on the device 0° - 360°, manually/pneumatically/electrically

Tilting:
depending on the device 0° - 90°, manually/pneumatically/electrically

The multifunctional, vacuum-based manipulator OKTOPUS^® GLASS-Jack GL-CC 600 DES together with a mini crane, truck loader crane or telescopic forklift is suitable for handling flat and curved panes (concave or convex, bending radius ≥ 2,000 mm) and window elements.
Electrical and hydraulic drives allow 3-dimensional rotating, tilting and swiveling of the load around all 3 axes.
Interchangeable adapters allow mounting the device to mini cranes, pick & carry cranes and truck loader cranes of different manufacturers.
Together with the telehandler attachment with integrated side shift and telescopic main arm and using quick exchange adapters the GL-CC 600 DES can be connected to telescopic forklifts of different brands.

As the GLASS-Jack GL-CC 600 DES is equipped with a dual-circuit vacuum system it complies with the requirements of the EU standard DIN EN 13155 for construction site use.

Working Load Limit

flat panes: 
300/450/600 kg

concave curved panes (bending radius ≥ 2 m):
up to 600 kg

convex curved panes (bending radius ≥ 2 m):
up to 450 kg

Application data

Weight:
depending on the type and number of suction pads: 145 – 170 kg

Suction pads: 
- 4 or 8 pieces Ø 300 mm for flat panes
- 12 pieces Ø 280 mm for curved panes

Suction frame: 
interchangeable suction frames for even and curved glass panes

Vacuum generation:
vacuum pump

Operation: 
radio remote control

Power supply: 
battery quick change system, rechargeable battery, 24 V DC

Optional facilities:
- connecting adapter with side shift and telescopic arm
- battery quick change box with battery charger
- blow-off function

Equipment:
- technical documentation
- battery charger
- spare battery quick change box

Movements

Lifting and lowering: 
by crane boom or telescopic forklift

Rotating suction frame:
electrically, 360° endless

Tilting suction frame:
- around horizontal axis: hydraulically, 120°
- around vertical axis: electrically, ± 35° (swivel to the left/right)
- Combined with a fork truck adapter: side shift (left/right): ± 100 mm
telescope function (forward/backward):    300 mm

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The vacuum lifting device OKTOPUS^® GLASS-Jack GL-RN 400/600/800 is designed for handling large-sized glass panes and window elements up to maximum weight of 800 kg.

The crane eye of the device allows attaching the device to an existing hoist (provided by the customer). The suction frame can be rotated manually by 360° and swiveled by 90°. The operating and display elements are arranged ergonomically and allow comfortably positioning the load. The electrically operated vacuum pump is supplied with energy by a 24VDC battery system. Deviations from the nominal conditions are indicated by optical and acoustical warning devices. Even in the case of complete energy breakdown, vacuum remains in each suction pad for at least 5 minutes. In this way a secure lowering of the load can be ensured at all times.

The optional available lowering cylinder allows a smooth and jerkless lowering of the load. The blow-off function that is optional available as well eases and quickens the release of the suctioned glass panes.

By dismounting the crane arm the construction height of the OKTOPUS^® GLASS-Jack GL-RN 400/600/800 is reduced to 140 mm only. This low construction height allows installing glass and façade elements in the usually only 300 mm wide clearances between building facade and scaffolding in front of it. Using the patented guide ring allows rotating the device together with the suctioned load by 360° although the crane arm is dismounted.

For manipulating curved glass panes with the OKTOPUS^® GLASS-Jack GL-RN 400/600/800, we developed a special suction pad adapter. It allows manipulating convex or concave glass panes with a radius ≥ 1,000 mm. The total weight of the OKTOPUS^® GLASS-Jack GL-RN 400/600/800 with mounted adapter for curved glass panes is 75 kg.

As the GLASS-Jack GL-RN 400/600/800 is equipped with a dual-circuit vacuum system it complies with the EU standard DIN EN 13155 for construction site use.

Working Load Limit

flat panes:
400/600/800 kg

curved panes (bending radius ≥ 1 m):  
up to 320 kg

Application data

Weight:
depending on the equipment 55 - 80 kg

Suction pads:
- 4, 6 or 8 pieces Ø 400 mm for flat panes
- 14 pieces Ø 200 mm for curved panes

Vacuum generation:
electrical vacuum pump

Operation:
operating lever on the device

Vacuum system: 
dual-circuit for construction site use Nominal pressure

pneumatic system:
- 0.65 bar to -0.73 bar

Power supply:
24 V DC battery system

Optional facilities:
- adjustable crane arm
- crane arm with hydraulic lowering cylinder
- blow-off function
- guide ring
- cable remote control
- radio remote control
- preparation of basic device for operating a counterweight balancer
- counterweight balancer for the installation below eaves, balconies etc.

Optional equipment:
- adapter for handling curved panes (R => 1,000 mm)
- transport cart (two models available)
- plastic transport box with lid

Movements

Lifting and movements:
by the crane hook

Rotating horizontally:
in the crane hook, manually 360°

Rotating the suction frame:
manually 360°, lockable in the grid 45°

Tilting the suction frame:
manually 0-90°

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The vacuum based load lifting device OKTOPUS^® GL-MGS 2000 is designed to handle flat and convex or concave curved (radius ≥ 1,500 mm) glass panes and window elements up to a maximum weight of 2000 kg on construction sites.
The suction frame can be tilted hydraulically by 90° and rotated electrically driven by 360°. All functions are operated with a cable remote control (optional radio remote control). The necessary negative pressure in the suction pads is generated by a 24 V DC operated vacuum pump.

To improve the releasing behavior of the glass pane, the device is equipped with a blow-off function. Deviations from the nominal condition are indicated by optical and acoustical warning devices. Even in the case of complete energy breakdown, vacuum remains in each suction pad for at least 5 minutes. In this way a secure lowering of the load can be ensured at all times.
As the GLASS-Jack GL-MGS 2000 is equipped with a dual-circuit vacuum system it complies with the requirements of the EU standard DIN EN 13155 for construction site use.

Working Load Limit
800/1400/2000 kg (16/28/40 suction pads ∅ 280 mm)

Application data

Weight:
- ca. 340 kg without extensions
- ca. 580 kg with extensions

Vacuum generation: 
electrical vacuum pump

Operation:
cable remote control

Vacuum system:
dual-circuit construction site use Nominal pressure

Pneumatic system:
- 0.65 bar to -0.73 bar

Power supply:
24 V DC battery system

Optional facilities:
- transport rack
- radio remote control
- counterweight balancer for the installation below eaves, balconies etc.

Equipment:
- technical documentation
- integrated charger

Movements

Lifting and lowering: 
by the crane hook

Rotating horizontally:
in the crane hook, manually 360°

Rotating the suction frame:
motor driven 360°

Tilting the suction frame:
hydraulically 90°

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