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The STAXX ONE Single Tow End-Effector is a highly flexible small and lightweight automated fiber placement end-effector. With its mass of about 40kg it can be mounted on any standard industrial robot.
It allows automated fiber placement of complex parts and it supports a wide range of materials such as PrePreg, TowPreg and Dry Fiber material. The optional heated layup table can additionally be equipped with an NC-controlled turning device.
Technical Data
- Material spool with tow tension control
Optional: Level measurement - Compaction roller out of stainless steel or anti-stick polymer coating
- Controlled pneumatic compaction unit force up to 30dN (~kg)
- Backfilm collection spool
- Internal water cooling for prepreg material
- Deflection roll
Optional: Tow break detection - Robust cutting unit for tows above 50k
- Controlled Heating unit with infrared emitter,
diode laser or flash-lamp - Material flexibility: Any given width from 1/8‘‘ width up to 2‘‘ (50,08 mm)
- 2 Sets of compaction rollers for ¼” and ½”
Special Features
R+D flexibility combined with industrial readiness
- Various material types (PrePreg, TowPreg, Adhesives, DryFiber, etc.)
- Flexible Material size
- Siemens NC Controls
- Good accessibility for complex parts
- Modular cell concept
Cost efficient approach
- No foundation needed
- Standardized system components
Digital Twin
- Cell Layout
- CAM System for offline programmin based on 3D/2D CAD data
- Collision analysis
- Simulation for both, machine and layup concept
Broetje-Automation honors long-standing employees at anniversary celebration
Rastede. In November, Broetje-Automation honored 40 employees for their many years of service. In the festive setting, the focus was on colleagues who have supported the company with great commitment for 10, 25 or even 40 years and who have made a significant contribution to the success and development of the company.
Improved ergonomics and worker assistance: Broetje-Automation UK introduces the Lift-E-50 mobile manipulator system
- Published on 21 November 2025
- Factory of the Future
- Operational Tooling
Broetje-Automation UK has introduced the Lift-E-50, a new addition to the Broetje-Automation portfolio of ergonomic operational toolings. This highly flexible, mobile manipulator can handle loads of up to 50 kilograms in workshop environments.