What makes the T4 different from a standard delta robot?

Unlike conventional delta robots with a circular work envelope, the T4 employs a rectangular working zone. This geometry allows up to six T4 robots to operate simultaneously within a single TLM (Top-Loading Machine) frame, packing more pick-and-place capacity into less floor space. The kinematics are delta-derived but modified specifically for dense, linear conveyor-top packaging layouts where traditional circular envelopes waste corner space.

How fast is the T4 in real production?

The T4 reaches 4.7 m/s linear speed and 10 G acceleration. In a confectionery application, a picker line under 8 metres equipped with T4 robots exceeded 530 products per minute. Quick-change gripper and suction tooling allows format changes with minimal downtime—critical for co-packing operations running multiple SKUs per shift.

What products and industries does the T4 serve?

The T4 handles delicate, fragile, and sensitive items: chocolates, pastries, biscuits, frozen foods, pharmaceutical blister packs, and cosmetic components. Its custom-crafted tooling is designed per application—a gripper for soft bakery products differs fundamentally from a vacuum tool for rigid trays. Industries served include food and confectionery, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and general consumer goods packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

T4 vs. T5: when do you need the fifth axis?

The T5 adds a pivoting/tilting axis for products that require reorientation during placement—for example, standing pouches upright or inserting items at an angle. If your product only needs vertical pick-and-place, the 4-axis T4 suffices and costs less.

Can the T4 be retrofitted onto existing conveyors?

The T4 is designed as part of Schubert's TLM system, which includes the frame, conveyor, and vision system as an integrated unit. Retrofitting T4 robots onto non-Schubert conveyors is generally not supported—the TLM architecture relies on precise mechanical integration between frame, robot, and transport system.