ZERO GRAVITY Manipulators: From Zero to Hero

Pneumatic sheet metal manipulators that eliminate weight and maximize efficiency on bending machines, deburring machines, laser cutters, and automatic storage systems.

A brand of

01.

Guaranteed Reliability

Up to 300 kg capacity for standard formats up to 2000 x 4000 mm. Our pneumatic systems are designed to ensure high performance and easy maintenance over time.

02.

Easy
Integration

They integrate seamlessly with your machines, optimizing production processes. They reduce fatigue, accidents, and downtime, increasing productivity.

03.

Advanced Ergonomics

Assisted handling on multiple axes to follow the sheet metal during every stage of handling. Improves operator ergonomics, reducing the risk of accidents.

About us

ZERO GRAVITY is the Sideros brand dedicated to pneumatic sheet metal manipulators, designed to empower the operator without replacing them. It leverages human intelligence, experience, and expert eye for smooth, fast, and controlled movements, with minimal maintenance and rapid ROI compared to anthropomorphic robots.

The brand is part of the Sideros Engineering ecosystem, a company with extensive experience in designing solutions for industrial handling and automation, combining mechanical robustness, ease of use, and attention to operator ergonomics.

Bring your sheet metal to “zero gravity”

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From problem to zero effort

Discover how our solutions have changed people's everyday lives.

The Problem

Moving heavy sheets causes fatigue, downtime, and risks, especially with large formats where the edge generates “whiplash” and counter-folds. ZERO GRAVITY optimizes every phase: it reduces movement, lightens the workload, and integrates pneumatics for assisted lifting/rotation.

The Solution

Axes 1-3 for lifting, translation, and smooth positioning; axes 4-5 + tilting to compensate for weight and accompany deformations during bending. User-friendly interface makes format changes quick, minimizing manual intervention.

Available models

Complete range for your formats

SPACE100

100 kg
  • 1000 x 2000 mm | Thickness 7 mm
  • 1250 x 2500 mm | Thickness 4 mm
  • 1500 x 3000 mm | Thickness 3 mm
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SPACE200

200 kg
  • 1000 x 2000 mm | Thickness 13 mm
  • 1250 x 2500 mm | Thickness 8 mm
  • 1500 x 3000 mm | Thickness 6 mm
  • 2000 x 4000 mm | Thickness 3 mm
Popular

SPACE300

300 kg
  • 1000 x 2000 mm | Thickness 20 mm
  • 1250 x 2500 mm | Thickness 12 mm
  • 1500 x 3000 mm | Thickness 9 mm
  • 2000 x 4000 mm | Thickness 5 mm

SUCTION CUP GRIPPER HEAD

Zero Gravity can be equipped with different types of sheet metal gripping heads. Vacuum technology gripping heads are solutions designed to manoeuvre sheets with continuous surfaces and to ensure maximum delicacy on materials.
Specifically, Zero Gravity can be equipped with:

Suction cups in line with telescopic arms:

configuration with 2/4 fixed suction cups and 2/4 on arms that can be removed from the central body, ideal for narrow and long surfaces.

Single/Double suction cups:

single or double suction cup systems for handling small parts in confined spaces.

Fixed H-frame with suction cups:

structure with two parallel side arms and 4/8 sliding suction cups, suitable for larger gripping surfaces.

Suction cup adjustable arms:

central crossbar with rotating arms for precise and customisable positioning of the suction cups.

MAGNETIC GRIPPED HEAD

Zero Gravity can be equipped with different types of sheet metal gripping heads. Gripping
heads with magnetic technology are solutions designed to handle ferromagnetic materials, perforated or discontinuous surfaces.
Specifically, Zero Gravity can be equipped with:

In-line magnets with telescopic arms:

2/4 fixed integrated magnets and 2/4 mounted on removable arms for long and narrow pieces.

Single/Double magnets:

compact gripper ends equipped with single or double magnets for small parts with irregular surfaces where vacuum is not effective.

Fixed H-frame with magnets:

structure with two parallel side arms and 4/8 sliding magnets to adapt the grip geometry with millimetric precision on large surfaces.

Magnetic adjustable arms:

rotating arms and length-adjustable magnets, perfect for use with multiple holes.

Applications

Pneumatic sheet metal manipulators that eliminate weight and maximize efficiency on bending machines, deburring machines, laser cutters, and automatic storage systems.

Bending machines

Laser cutting machines

Automatic Storage Systems

Deburring machines

Why choose ZERO GRAVITY

Discover how ZERO GRAVITY helps improve work in mechanical workshops

Flexibility

Quick setup, no complex programming: ideal for small and medium series, frequent format changes, and constantly changing geometries.

Ergonomics and safety

Eliminates strain on the back and arms, while pneumatic rotations minimize physical effort and the risk of injury during handling.

Bending accuracy

It accompanies the natural movement of the sheet metal, prevents counter-folds, and keeps the geometry of the piece stable and repeatable over time.

Process reliability

It reduces the time the sheet metal remains suspended and, thanks to the dedicated gripping heads, preserves the surface finish on every material.

Costs and ROI

It takes up less space than a robotic cell, requires little maintenance, and allows you to work with fewer operators, accelerating your return on investment.

ZERO GRAVITY vs Alternatives

Comparing Technologies

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Transform your workshop

ZERO GRAVITY takes sheet metal handling to the next level: high productivity, operator safety, consistent quality. Register and download the brochure. Our technical sales team will contact you.

About

ZERO GRAVITY is the Sideros brand dedicated to transforming industrial handling through innovation, quality, and attention to ergonomics.

Contacts

Address: Via Ugo Foscolo, 16-18, I Casoni di Gariga 29027, Podenzano (PC) – ITALY
VAT: 00746030337
Phone: +39 0523 524066
Email: sales@zerogravitymanipulators.com

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