Robots which must work in the real world require some way to manipulate objects: pick up, modify, destroy, or otherwise have an effect. Thus the 'hands' of a robot are often referred to as end effectors, while the arm is referred to as a manipulator.
Honeybee Robotics has over 25 years of experience developing advanced manipulators and end-effectors for critical applications in unstructured and often hostile environments. Whether they are designed for a specific task or general purpose, our manipulators and end-effectors are rugged and reliable.