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# Picking and Placing MUs

Components for handling, gripping, and manipulating MUs (Movable Units) in automation systems.

## Available Components

### Gripping Systems

* [**Grip**](/components-and-scripts/picking-and-placing-mus/grip.md) - Primary component for individual grip points (recommended for most use cases)
* [**Gripper**](/components-and-scripts/picking-and-placing-mus/gripper.md) - Advanced gripper system for complex multi-point gripping

### Positioning and Fixturing

* [**Fixer**](/components-and-scripts/picking-and-placing-mus/fixer.md) - Primary component for temporarily fixing MUs in positions (recommended for most use cases)
* [**Pattern**](/components-and-scripts/picking-and-placing-mus/pattern.md) - Defines positioning patterns for organized placement of multiple MUs

## Key Features

* **Physics Integration**: Realistic gripping with collision detection and weight handling
* **PLC Integration**: Full integration with PLCInputBool/PLCOutputBool signals for industrial control
* **Sensor Integration**: Works with sensors for grip confirmation and positioning feedback
* **Logic Integration**: Seamless connection with Logic Steps and automation sequences

## See Also

* [MU (Movable Unit)](/components-and-scripts/mu-movable-unit.md) - Base MU functionality
* [Motion](/components-and-scripts/motion.md) - Drive systems for gripper movement
* [Sensors](/components-and-scripts/sensors.md) - Sensor integration for feedback
* [Logic Steps](/components-and-scripts/defining-logic/logicsteps.md) - Automation sequence programming


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