
Case Studies
Instituto Nacional de Capacitación Profesional
Empowering Future Engineers at INACAP with Robotiq’s Hand-E Grippers
21 Hand-E
Adaptive Grippers
0.5 Days
Installation
4 Academic Departments
Integrated
Enabling Collaborative Robotics in Education
To advance its educational robotics capabilities, INACAP joined forces with IGPS, a Robotiq Expert Partner with deep expertise in collaborative automation. Together, they deployed 21 Robotiq Hand-E Grippers, enabling hundreds of students to gain hands-on experience with real-world automation tools.
IGPS is a leading integrator of collaborative robotics solutions in Latin America, specializing in training institutions and industrial automation. For this project, IGPS worked closely with INACAP to scope, configure, and deploy the solution. Their on-site support and training ensured a rapid and effective implementation tailored to educational outcomes.
Company Overview

Step 1 - Box dimensions, weight and orientation

Step 1 - Box dimensions, weight and orientation

Step 1 - Box dimensions, weight and orientation
Why INACAP Chose Robotiq and IGPS
The partnership between IGPS and Robotiq delivered a best-in-class combination of technology and support that aligned with INACAP’s mission of preparing students for Industry 4.0. The decision to implement the Hand-E Gripper was based on:
Practicality and Real Application Relevance
Robotiq’s grippers are widely used in industry, giving students the opportunity to interact with tools they’ll see in the workforce. IGPS ensured this was mapped to INACAP’s curriculum and academic goals.
Simplicity in Programming and Integration
Thanks to Robotiq’s intuitive software and seamless compatibility with Universal Robots, the Hand-E Grippers could be programmed easily by students and instructors alike. IGPS provided demos, templates, and direct training during setup.
Versatile Applications Across Disciplines
IGPS helped integrate the grippers into various academic departments, including mechatronics, electronics, mechanical engineering, and innovation, enabling use in tasks such as pick and place and bin picking.
The Robotiq solution

Hand-E
The success of this project showcases how close collaboration between Robotiq, IGPS, and academic institutions can lead to impactful, scalable education initiatives. With reliable technology and a trusted implementation partner, robotics in education can move from concept to reality—quickly and effectively.