Multi-tool gripper head of a sorting apparatus and operating method thereof

Gripping head of a handler in a sorting machine, comprising:

• a support frame,
• plural gripping tools, equipped with at least a socket for a control line and first retaining means,
• a revolver-shaped carrier mounted on said support frame equipped with an engaging body provided with a plurality of first releasable engagement means apt to be coupled with said first retaining means of a respective one of said gripping tools, said plurality of gripping tools furthermore having second retaining means,
• at least a transfer platform, equipped with second releasable engagement means apt to be coupled with said second retaining means,
• said transfer platform being movably mounted on said support frame along a sliding axis between at least
• an attachment position, wherein said second releasable engagement means are coupled with said second retaining means of a selected one of the gripping tools, and
• an operating position, wherein said first retaining means of said selected gripping tool are uncoupled from said first releasable engagement means and said selected gripping tool is spaced away from said revolver-shaped carrier, and
• wherein said engaging body is rotatably mounted around a selection axis which is perpendicular to said sliding axis.