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NEXT GENERATION END EFFECTORS & GRIPPING SOLUTIONS

External Bottle Gripper

Banner showcasing Anubis 3D’s EBG series bottle grippers

Anubis 3D’s second-generation External Mechanical Grippers (EBG) are engineered to deliver consistent, high-performance handling in automated Pick N Place (PnP) environments. Designed for efficiency, durability, and ease of integration, these grippers offer a clean, mechanical solution for reliable product transport across diverse industries.

At the core of the EBG design is a precision-driven mechanism featuring 4 to 8 gear-actuated hooks that secure around the neck of a bottle or container. This controlled engagement ensures accurate, stable gripping.

Key Features:

  • Reliable Mechanical Grip
  • Lightweight Construction
  • Energy-Efficient Operation
  • Industrial-Grade Durability

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EXTERNAL BOTTLE GRIPPER (EBG) SYSTEMS

The Anubis 3D External Bottle Grippers (EBG) come in two variations. The MULTI-ACTUATED which is energy efficient using a single pneumatic cylinder to actuate a linear row of grippers. And the SINGLE ACTUATED version which is ultra lightweight and allows the grippers to function individually for small or complicated arrays.

Diagram showing Anubis 3D’s EBG system offerings with modular end-of-arm tooling configurations

MULTI-ACTUATED

Anubis 3D EBG gripper system offerings and configuration overview

SINGLE ACTUATED

Engineered to Fit. Designed to Perform.

External Bottle Grippers (EBG) and External Jar Grippers (EJG) are available in multiple sizes to accommodate the diverse range of bottle and container formats used across the packaging industry. Whether you're handling lightweight water bottles, carbonated beverages, wide-mouth sports drinks, or juice containers, each gripper is precisely engineered for optimal compatibility and consistent performance.

With application-specific designs and a range of size options, Anubis 3D ensures that the right EBG or EJG solution is available to meet your production needs, no adjustments, no compromises. For a bottling line example, read how a cam activated bottle gripper helped a filling machine run faster.

External Bottle Gripper (EBG) 400 Series by Anubis 3D

EBG-400

The EBG-400 is the smallest gripper in our line up and consists of 4 gear driven fingers that can accommodate cylindrical, square and uncommon shaped bottles. Popular for fresh-press juice and medical pill bottles.

External Bottle Gripper (EBG) 600 Series by Anubis 3D

EBG-600

The EBG-600 series gripper is the most popular gripper in our line up. It consists of 6 gear driven fingers to accommodate the most popular lid style used in the beverage market such as cola, water, sparkling beverages and juices.

External Bottle Gripper (EBG) 800 Series by Anubis 3D

EBG-800

The EBG-800 is perfect for Wide-Mouth bottles. It consists of 8 gear driven fingers to accommodate sports drink bottles, cleaning supply containers, and many other Wide-Mouth containers.
 

External Jar Gripper (EJG) 800 Series by Anubis 3D

EJG-800

The EJG-800 is designed for glass Jars and consists of 4 sets of double gear driven fingers for a total of 8, making it extremely strong to pick various Deli Containers, Tubs, plastic and glass Jars. 

 

Animated GIF showing Anubis 3D’s EBG-M-600 EOAT system in gripping motion for robotic automation

EBG-M-600

The EBG-M-600 Series Gripper is the latest addition to our bottle gripper line, designed to securely pick up plastic squeeze bottles.. Featuring six aluminum, gear-driven fingers, this advanced gripper is engineered to handle squeeze bottles with Twist-Top Dispensing Caps, such as olive oil, and hot sauce.

 

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The Anubis 3D EBG product is designed to use a combination of 4 to 8 gripping fingers. Each gripper is customized to your bottle bottle, jar, or containers neck. The EBG systems use a bearing supported sundial gear to uniquely rotate the gripping fingers and lock the bottle, jar or container in place ready for rapid transport.

External Bottle Gripper lowering toward the bottle
External Bottle Gripper rotating to align with bottle
External Bottle Gripper locking mechanism in operation
External Bottle Gripper lifting the bottle after secure grip
External Bottle Gripper brochure showcasing industrial gripping solutions

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EBG-MAG MULTI-ACTUATED GRIPPER SYSTEMS

The MULTI-ACTUATED, External Bottle Gripper (EBG) is equipped with a powerful linear actuator that can activate up to 6 grippers in a row as they're connect by a low maintenance rack and gear system. Using this setup reduces your operating costs, carbon footprint and noise pollution. 

Exploded view of a single-unit magnetic EBG-MAG gripper by Anubis 3D

Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 01  3D Printed Gear and Rack
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 02  Low Maintenance Linear Slide
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 03  Anodized Aluminum Plate
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 04  External Bottle Gripper Unit

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Exploded 3D render of EBG-800 bottle gripper with 4x6 rail mount system

Whether it’s a small application of 6 bottles, or a large application of hundreds of bottles, our External Bottle Gripping system can adapt and scale to suit your case pattern needs.

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SCALABLE DESIGN

Anubis 3D’s External Bottle Grippers (EBG) are designed with modularity in mind, offering exceptional scalability. Whether you're working with a single gripper or a full system, we have a solution that fits. See how multiple EBG grippers work together smoothly, even handling unique shapes like square bottles, with precision and ease.

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EBG-SAG SINGLE ACTUATED GRIPPER SYSTEMS

The SINGLE ACTUATED GRIPPERS (SAG) is Anubis 3D's stand alone solution for bottle gripping. Combining the customized gripping fingers found on all EBG units, with an on board linear actuating cylinder, rack and gear system provides a robust bottle gripping solution .

Exploded view of EBG-SAG gripper component from Anubis 3D

Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 01  Anodized Aluminum Plate
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 02  3D Printed Gear and Rack 
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 03  Miniature Pneumatic Actuator
Anubis 3D product number symbol icon 04  External Bottle Gripper Unit

Anubis 3D product symbols and legend reference chart
Exploded 3D render of EBG-800 bottle gripper with standalone mount

Consider the SAG as a eco friendly replacement for costly pneumatic balloon style grippers. The grippers can easily be individually mounted via the M6 through holes to new or existing tools. The SAG gripper can also be adapted and combined into custom tooling, creating a versatile ultralight bottle gripping solution. 

Speak with an Anubis representative today about customizing your bottle gripping solution today.

Side view of custom 90-degree EBG-400-SAG bottle gripperThe Anubis 3D's  we are strong believers in smart modular design. Incorporating modular design in our EBG systems allows for our engineered products to be used in new exciting ways. In this custom tooling example our SINGLE ACTUATED GRIPPER (SAG) picks and flips a juice beverage bottle 90° before placing it, allowing for flexibility in line construction.

TRANSITION WITH MANUAL TOOL CHANGER (MTC)

Bottle gripper equipped with manual tool changer from Anubis 3D

Simplify your workflow by adding a Anubis 3D Manual Tool Changers (MTC) to your EBG tooling. Making tool changes has never been easier, simply rotate the MTC handle to release the tool from the robot flange. Not only do the MTC units pass through pressurized air, they're able to distribute the air with a built in manifold. A simple sleek lightweight solution for all your Cobot applications. 

Learn more today by visiting our Manual Tool Changer page.