GCI is excited to announce the expansion of our intelligent torque reaction systems for overhead and tabletop torque reaction systems.
GCI, a leading provider of industrial torque reaction manufacturing solutions, has been quietly working behind the scenes to make continuous improvements to the AdaptiCS® smart system. First pioneered with torque reaction arms, AdaptiCS® helps industrial manufacturers to errorproof assembly processes. From quality control to operator guidance, the software helps ensure critical fasteners are installed correctly.
Expanding these features to overhead systems means a greater ability to cover more area. Instead of requiring two smart torque reaction arms on each side of an assembly line, one smart torque tube can now accomplish the same goal.
The tracking for overhead systems is accomplished with either a rack-and-pinion or a drive-wheel setup. The rack-and-pinion approach is very reliable but has coverage area limits (up to 3′). The drive wheel option is great for larger areas as long as the wheel calibration is properly maintained.
The expansion to tabletop torque reaction arms solved a different challenge for clients: tooltip accuracy. GCI’s tabletop smart system is the first of its kind to track the X, Y, and Z axes. Other options on the market only track tooltip location on two axes. The 3-axis approach and high-quality encoders make our tabletop smart arms the most accurate on the market.
Many clients only need a little torque arm but they need to track the accuracy because they’re faster. They’re so close together. That’s what separates us. Everyone and their brother sell small benchtop arms, but we can track it accurately.
Sam Goebel, General Manager at GCI
GCI is currently the only torque reaction vendor to offer tracking for overhead systems and 3-axis high-accuracy tracking for tabletop systems. Our commitment to driving innovation is reflected by our innovative new products that solve real problems for the manufacturing industry.
Continuing to build on those improvements, our team is setting sights on a major version overhaul for the AdaptiCS® software powering our smart systems. Stay tuned for new updates!
