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>ASS< End of Arm Tooling

Name: >ASS< End of Arm Tooling
Address: 1324 Gold Smith, Plymouth, MI, 48170, US
Telephone: (734) 542-3498

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>ASS< End of Arm Tooling

>ASS< is a producer of End-Of-Arm-Tooling & automation components for the plastics industry. Funny name, serious products! We supply EOAT components, i.e.

gripper, vacuum cups and everything else needed to build robotic tooling. Complete builds and startup support is part of the service offered. To keep up to date with the latest ASS news be sure to sign up for our e-mail list https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001FFspMhSEL8vAW2UtXawXGrFeqB94L2QK

08/19/2026

An automated robot arm is incredibly powerful, but without the right data, it's operating completely blind. If a vacuum cup loses its seal or a gripper fails to secure a part mid-cycle, a lack of immediate feedback can quickly lead to dropped components, material damage, and costly production downtime. 😬

Sensors act as the eyes and ears of your end-of-arm tooling. By integrating smart part-present verification, vacuum pressure monitoring, and limit switches directly into your EOAT design, you transition from simple mechanical movement to true intelligent automation. This real-time feedback loop allows your system to instantly detect anomalies, halt cycles safely before errors compound, and ensure consistent quality control on every single run.

Building a smarter tool means building a more resilient production line.

08/12/2026

At >ASS< End of Arm Tooling, quality isn't just a goal, it is a measurable standard built into every single step of our operations. Our ISO 9001 certification serves as an official guarantee that our internal processes, product engineering, and customer service systems strictly meet the highest global standards for quality management.

For our partners on the manufacturing floor, this means total peace of mind. It ensures that every ready-to-ship part or custom-engineered solution arriving at your facility has been vetted through a rigorous quality assurance pipeline, allowing you to maintain peak uptime and maximum repeatability.

08/05/2026

Handling automotive interiors leaves absolutely zero room for error. 🚗 Visible surfaces like instrument clusters, door panels, and high-gloss trim demand flawless aesthetics, meaning scratches, pressure marks, or material deformation can instantly turn a premium component into expensive scrap.

At >ASS< End of Arm Tooling, we engineer specialized robotic tooling that delivers the exact blend of high-repeatability precision and "soft-touch" compliance required for the automotive sector. Utilizing a combination of mark-free vacuum cup materials, gentle part-grippers, and custom-fit contact surfaces, our systems ensure that even the most delicate, Class-A surfaces are extracted and manipulated without a trace.

Whether you are optimizing a line for complex insert molding or high-speed pick-and-place assembly, we provide the reliable touch your automated cell needs to maintain peak quality control.

07/29/2026

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, waiting weeks for custom components can derail your entire timeline. ⌚ When a production line is down or a new product launch is on the horizon, speed to market isn't just an advantage, it's everything.

At >ASS< End of Arm Tooling, our in-house 3D printing capabilities allow us to bypass traditional supply chain bottlenecks. We can take your custom tooling requirements from initial design concept to a fully functional, high-strength end-of-arm tool component in record time.

Whether you need a specialized gripper shape to match complex part geometry or a custom nesting block for a de-gating station, our rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing services ensure you get your automation cells up and running without the long lead times of traditional machining.

07/23/2026

When you’re dealing with high-speed pick-and-place lines, even the slightest slip can disrupt your entire cycle time. 😲 For flat, smooth, or highly delicate surfaces, especially in fast-paced sectors like packaging and electronics assembly, maintaining a secure, mark-free grip at maximum velocity is paramount.

At >ASS< End of Arm Tooling, our vacuum cup solutions are engineered to deliver the precise suction and lightning-fast release required for continuous, high-volume production. ⚡ Whether you need standard cups, oval shapes for narrow geometries, or specialized silicone and Viton components built to handle extreme thermal demands, we have a material and shape tailored to your exact application.

By matching the right cup material to your specific part surface, you can eliminate dropped components, prevent surface degradation, and significantly improve your throughput.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from the team at >ASS< End of Arm Tooling!

As we celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and fireworks, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible customers and partners who keep North American manufacturing moving forward every single day.

Have a safe, relaxing, and wonderful fourth! 🎆✨

06/30/2026

Automating your gate removal doesn't have to require a massive investment in complex, PLC-based machinery.

The >ASS< Operator-Loaded Degating Station is a highly cost-effective, pneumatic-only mobile solution designed to safely and precisely degate plastic injection molded parts, all without the expense and programming headaches of traditional setups.

Ergonomically Engineered with operator comfort in mind, this station uses "Air Logic" via pneumatic limit switches, meaning it won't trigger if a part isn't present. It is packed with features designed to keep your cycle times fast, your cuts consistent, and your team safe:

• Custom 3D Printed Part Nesting & Swing Clamps: Ensures quick, perfect part alignment and secures the component for flawless, repeatable gate cutting.
• Two-Hand No-Tie-Down Palm Buttons: Keeps the operator's hands completely clear of cutting components during operation.
• Finger-Safe Mesh Surround: Protects fingers and hands from the cutting area.
• Integrated Runner Chute & Collection Bin: Seamlessly guides and collects scrap so you can run production for extended periods without interruption.
• Locking Caster Wheels & Pneumatic Lockout: Provides the ultimate flexibility to easily move the station where you need it, lock it securely in place, or disable it when necessary.

Get high-tier precision and safety without the high-tier price tag.

06/24/2026

With over four decades of experience under our belt, >ASS< End-of-Arm Tooling has consistently led the manufacturing industry in both technological innovation and reliable customer service. 🤝 We’ve watched the world of automation evolve from simple mechanical setups to complex, smart factories, and we've been there every step of the way, engineering the precise components that keep production lines moving.

When you partner with us, you aren't just buying parts off a shelf. You’re gaining access to forty years of engineering history, ready-to-ship stock, and a team dedicated to making your automation processes smoother and more efficient.

06/17/2026

At >ASS< End-of-Arm Tooling, we design both standalone and robot-loaded degating stations built to deliver clean, repeatable cuts on every single cycle. By integrating precise nesting blocks and perfectly aligned pneumatic nippers directly into your workflow, our systems eliminate manual trimming variances, drastically reduce post-mold waste, and keep your finished part quality at an absolute premium.

Streamlining your degating process is one of the fastest ways to shave seconds off your cycle times and bulletproof your quality control.

06/12/2026

When it comes to high-speed automation, every gram matters. ⚖️ Shaving weight off your end-of-arm tooling doesn't just protect your equipment, it directly impacts your bottom line by allowing your robots to move faster and maximize payload capacity.

At >ASS< End-of-Arm Tooling, our primary solution for weight-critical applications is our new ultra-light MicroLight System, specifically engineered to drastically reduce the overall mass of your tooling.

While we frequently utilize custom 3D printing to handle highly complex and specific part geometries, it also serves as an excellent secondary method, alongside lightweight, laser-cut aluminum plates, to shave off even more weight when your application demands it. This combined approach minimizes wear and tear on your robot's joints, lowers energy consumption, and shaves critical seconds off your cycle times.

Optimizing your robot payload means optimizing your entire production line's efficiency.

Address

1324 Gold Smith
Plymouth, MI
48170

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

(734) 542-3498

Website

http://www.eoat.net/

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