At IMTS 2026, SMW Autoblok will be featuring the KNCS-matic quick jaw change chucks for automated production environments. The latest clamping system in the KNCS power chuck family, the KNCS-matic is designed for automatic quick jaw changes by conventional industrial robots.

This unique workholding system uses an industrial robot to deploy a release pin to detach the base jaws, replace them with new ones and secure them in place with the pin. Jaws are replaced quickly and precisely, reducing setup times and increasing flexibility for high-mix production environments. Source: SMW Autoblok

Available in six different sizes, KNCS-matic chucks offer a clamping force range of 100 kN to 250 kN depending on the size. The chucks are proofline sealed to keep coolant, chips and debris out of the internal mechanisms, reducing maintenance costs and downtime.

KNCS-matic chucks are designed to seamlessly integrate with MX-S mechatronic grippers from SMW Autoblok’s MOTIACT product line. Additionally, their F100 inductive coupling system provides contactless transmission of energy and signals between the robot arm and gripper, further enhancing the system’s ease of use and efficiency.

SMW Autoblok will be exhibiting at IMTS 2026 during September 14 to September 19 in the West Hall of McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, in booth 431617.