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The new extension to the KBK standard product line

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 KBK ERGO II-V TROLLEY
The trolleys are fitted with four
Polymid wheels mounted to fixed
axles with anti-friction bearings,
permanently lubricated and sealed.
This is mounted to the main body
by a spherical seat, which allows
the trolley inner body to float in all
directions, making the wheels self
aligning on the tapered running
surfaces of the track. The trolley
body is a die cast aluminum alloy
with upper and lower guide rollers
and two bolted connections. To
counteract the vertical forces, a
pair of adjustable kick-up wheels
are mounted to the main body.
This transfers the vertical force to
the bottom of the external flange
of the KBK track.

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The Solution To Offset Load Arm Applications

Over 30 years ago, Mannesmann

Dematic introduced Demag KBK. This
material handling system was used in
many industries with excellent results
and set the standard for enclosed track
applications. Recently, industry has once
again placed KBK at the forefront by
utilizing it in arm, manipulator and end
of arm tooling applications which create
offset loads. These loads transfer vertical
and lateral forces on various components
used within the material handling system. ERGO HANGER ASSEMBLY
As a leader in the industry, Mannesmann These hanger assemblies are
Dematic recognized the need for special designed to take vertical and lateral
forces. This is achieved by dual
components to handle the unique upper suspension brackets
requirements that appear in offset load attached to a connection plate
which is bonded to a rubber
applications. The result was KBK ERGO damper that absorbs the energy.
- a group of highly specialized components For track leveling, there is an
adjustable threaded connection.
that counter and eliminate the forces The hanger comes complete as
found in offset loads. shown above.
KBK ERGO components include:

• Trolley KBKII-V
• ERGO Hanger Assembly
• End Truck-V
• End Cap-V
STATIC CALCULATION
ARM/MANIPULATOR PROGRAM
The most important part of sizing an ERGO
System is determining the vertical and lateral
forces that are created by offset loads. Mannesmann Dematic has
developed a PC program to support this requirement. The CD -ROM
program has the ability to calculate and generate the following data:
• Drawings - plan and elevation views
• Print out of system parameters
• Hanger spacing and loadings
• Vertical and lateral loading values
• Sizing of KBK track profiles
• Defines components required
(KBK standard/ERGO products or combination)
• Sizing of trolley base for arm/manipulator
• Specifies end truck combination
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END TRUCK-V END CAP-V REDUNDANT SAFETY CABLE SYSTEM

End trucks are assembled to KBKII-V
ERGO trolleys by a two bolt connection.
The crane eye normally used in standard
KBK systems is replaced by a rigid
connection between the bridge girder
and end truck structure via a weld button.
End truck wheel spacings and combina-
tions are offered in many configurations
providing optimum flexibility.
Due to the high lateral forces and
impact loads associated with manipulator
applications, KBK ERGO systems are
equipped with self-adjusting shock
absorbers. The End Cap-V with shock
absorber dissipates the greater part of
the energy generated by these loads,
relieving suspensions and the adjoining
support structure. The End Cap-V is
offered as a Kit under one part number.
In the event of a hanger failure, the pri-
mary function of this cable system is to
secure the load safely. It achieves this by
utilizing a vastly superior connection. The
safety cable is wrapped around the two
opposing wedges and placed in the rope
connection housing. It relieves shock
loading/impact by dissipating the energy
as the wedges are forced into the housing
which squeezes the safety cable between
the wedge and wall of the housing thus
greatly dampening the impact. Crosby
clips are used to secure the rope ends.
OTHER KBK ERGO COMPONENTS Union Made - ISO 9001

End Truck-V
End Trucks-V are calculated
and designed specifically
to suit each arm and
manipulator application.
This function is performed
by the Static Calculation
ARM/Manipulator Program.

Trolley KBKII-V End Cap-V

Weight: 8.6 lbs.(4 Kg.) Kit Includes: Self
Capacity: 1,320 lbs.(600 Kg.) adjusting hydraulic
shock absorber, end-
cap/mounting plate,
adjustable positive
stop, nuts and bolts
Patent Pending

ERGO Hanger Assembly Redundant Safety

Weight: 24.5 lbs.(11.2 Kg.) Cable System
Capacity: 3,740 lbs.(1,700 Kg.) Kit Includes: Track clamp
Hanger Assembly Includes: complete, safety cable with
Two upper suspension brackets two crosby clips, connection
(A + B), upper and track suspen- housing
sion clamps, connection plate
with bonded rubber damper, Patent Pending
nuts and bolts, ready to install

Patent Pending

Sales and Service Centers in North America

British Columbia
19292 60th Ave., Suite 116
Surrey, British Columbia V3S 8E5
Telephone: (604) 530-5155
Telefax: (604) 530-5189
California
5435 Industrial Parkway
San Bernardino, California 92407
Telephone: (909) 880-8800
Telefax: (909) 880-4469
Georgia
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Suwanee, Georgia 30174
Telephone: (770) 932-0000
Telefax: (770) 932-1903
Illinois
1800-E Howard Street
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
Telephone: (847) 593-3100
Telefax: (847) 956-7621
Michigan
24541 Maplehurst Road
Clinton Twp., MI 48036
Telephone: (810) 954-1000
Telefax: (810) 954-1001
Ohio
29201 Aurora Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44139
Telephone: (440) 248-2400
Telefax: (440) 248-3086
Ontario
1155 North Service Road West
Oakville, Ontario L6M 3E3
Telephone: (905) 825-5900
Telefax: (905) 825-5901
Pennsylvania
2148 Embassy Drive
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603
Telephone: (717) 396-9711
Telefax: (717) 396-9719
Quebec
2700 Sabourin
Ville St-Laurent, Quebec H4S 1M2
Telephone: (514) 336-5556
Telefax: (514) 336-4349
Texas
16430 Aldine-Westfield Road
Houston, Texas 77032
Telephone: (281) 443-7331
Telefax: (281) 443-7308
Washington
16771 N.E. 80th Street
Suite 205
Redmond, Washington 98052
Telephone: (425) 883-4668
Telefax: (425) 883-4828

Mannesmann Dematic Corporation

24541 Maplehurst Road
Clinton Twp., MI 48036
Telephone: (810) 954-1000
Telefax: (810) 954-1001
Internet: http://www.dematic-us.com

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