Hermle RS 05‑2 with KOSMEK WPW Robotic Hand with Finger Changer

Hermle’s RS 05‑2 robot system integrates KOSMEK’s WPW Robotic Hand with Finger Changer to enable fully automatic, high‑precision gripper finger changes. This combination delivers fast, secure, and repeatable changeovers while ensuring zero‑backlash performance and long‑term reliability.

Company Profile

Name

Maschinenfabrik Berthold Hermle AG

Location

Gosheim, Germany

Description

Global supplier of machining centers and automation solutions, known for high-precision applications in medical and fine mechanics.

Industry

Automation, CNC Machining, Robotics

The Challenge

Hermle needed an automation solution that could:

Automatically swap gripper fingers without manual intervention.
Maintain alignment and rigidity for precision machining.
Handle a wide variety of workpiece shapes and sizes.
Reduce changeover time while boosting operational uptime.

The Solution

Hermle integrated KOSMEK’s WPW Robotic Hand with Finger Changer into the RS 05‑2 robot system.

WPW Robotic Hand with Finger Changer: Enables rapid, automated attachment and release of gripper fingers for different workpieces.

The Results

Quantitative Outcomes

Up to 50% faster changeovers compared to manual finger replacement.
24/7 operation enabled by fully automatic gripper changes.
Increased throughput with more parts processed per shift.

Qualitative Outcomes

Consistent high precision thanks to zero‑backlash engagement.
Greater flexibility to handle a wide variety of workpiece shapes and sizes.
Improved ergonomics and safety through reduced manual intervention.

KOSMEK WPW Robotic Hand performing automated workpiece change in Hermle RS 05-2 system.

The Key Benefits

Fast and Precise Changeovers – Finger changes completed in seconds with perfect repeatability.

Zero‑Backlash Performance – Maintains accuracy over long production runs.

High Flexibility – Easily adapts to different workpiece shapes and sizes.

Continuous Operation – Supports true 24/7 automation.

Improved Operator Safety – Minimal manual handling required.

Stefan Wäschle

Head of Automation Group

The automatic finger changer from KOSMEK was the long-missing puzzle piece for us and thus represents a milestone in small-scale robotics.

KOSMEK WPW Robotic Hand performing precision finger change in Hermle RS 05-2 automation system.

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