Vacuum Components

Schmalz presents the greatest variety of vacuum components the market has to offer in its new Vacuum Components Catalog 2012/2013.

A special range of grippers from Schmalz, producers of vacuum technology, has helped to close automation gaps in the manufacturing process chain of CFRP components.

Suction pads have become indispensable for manual and automated handling. Application-specific design, creative engineering and quality manufacturing mean that there is a suitable gripper for every task.

Holding force, lateral force absorption, adaptability to the workpiece, long life, environmentally friendly design and a clear reduction in costs: With the suction pads series SAXM, the German producer of vacuum technology J. Schmalz GmbH, sets new standards in sheet metal processing.

When automatically feeding raw sheets, sheet metal parts, blanks and other flat workpieces into forming machines, it is important to separate components and ensure that they are fed in individually to prevent damage to the machines. In conjunction with commercially available sensors, the double-blank detection unit DBD from vacuum technology specialist J. Schmalz does just that – precisely and reliably.

Suction pads are by no means new. However, until recently they were all based on the same design principle. This changed when a new, multi-part suction concept was brought to the market. In a special study, vacuum technology specialist Schmalz, a leader in its field, compared the performance of single-component suction pads against multi-part suction pads. The result: Single-component suction pads perform significantly better in many important respects.

Vacuum technology specialist J. Schmalz presents the first modular system for fast and easy setup of vacuum end effectors for the packaging industry

Truffles, cherries, balls or hearts – automated moving and sorting of chocolates must be delicate. To allow for dynamic handling of chocolates in various shapes, vacuum technology specialist J. Schmalz GmbH has added the SPG suction pad for chocolates to its range of products.

Increasingly intense competition in the photovoltaic industry forces manufacturers to further streamline processes. Increased efficiency and lowered costs are the instruments for ensuring competitiveness. The use of innovative production technologies is key here – such as during automatic wafer and cell handling using vacuum.

X-Pump, the new generation of vacuum generators with integrated IO-Link technology optimizes robot-assisted handling of sheet metal parts.

Schmalz will provide solutions with a new range of especially adaptable suction pads for extremely dynamic handling of sheet metal and car body parts from mid 2011.

The new SGF suction plates from Schmalz provide for the best hold on smooth surfaces and reliable and careful handling of flat workpieces, such as glass or plastic sheets, solar modules and collectors.

Vacuum specialist Schmalz presents new suction pads for handling structural sheet metal components with round edges and small radii.

Pneumatic vacuum ejectors are the best choice for reliable and efficient vacuum generation. Whether you're talking about a basic injector, an inline ejector, a multi-stage ejector, or a compact ejector – the system is not optimally configured until the vacuum generation is matched to the particular application.

Stable cardboard boxes or flexible-form product packaging – process reliability in dynamic packaging processes goes hand-in-hand with the use of the right suction pad.

In automated packaging processes, the gripper used must meet high demands for process reliability and speed. This is especially the case when handling flexible-form packaging with liquid or powdery contents.

Wafers, cells, strings, glass, foils and modules – Schmalz offers groundbreaking vacuum handling solutions for the entire photovoltaic production supply chain.

Whether they are electro-mechanical or pneumatic, reliable switch elements are the key to safe operation in a vacuum system. Switches that offer added safety are a big plus.

IO-Link technology for vacuum generation using compressed air – with the SCPi/SMPi series, Schmalz is setting technical standards while offering users the benefits of process automation with real added value.

Practical vacuum training set for training centers

Vacuum technology specialist Schmalz provides integrated solutions for the handling of sheet metal and demonstrates expertise right down to the last detail – because only the correct suction pad can hold the workpiece optimally.

Thanks to the new gripping concept, the wafer gripper meets the highest demands for cycle times, dynamic response, damage-free handling and process stability.

The new brochure, “Vacuum Components – Product overview”, provides a handy introduction to the Schmalz product range.

Pneumatic compact ejector with integrated blow-off system allows for the shortest handling cycles

The vacuum ejector with air-saving function saves its users up to 65 % on operating costs compared to with conventional vacuum ejectors.

The SCG (Schmalz Coanda Gripper) special vacuum gripper is a new rationalisation instrument used for handling sensitive foils in in-mould labelling processes, separating thin foils or intermediate layers of paper in palletising processes, or lifting Tyvek foils in packaging processes for the pharmaceutical industry.

New products in the field of vacuum components for 2009 – vacuum specialist J. Schmalz GmbH is sending a signal in bad economic times. They want to show that with innovation and further development, they can increase the productivity and efficiency of vacuum handling without having to dig deep into their pockets.

Precise, non-damaging handling of highly sensitive wafers and solar cells is a fundamental requirement for process-safe, economical photovoltaic production.

Process reliability during fully automated handling of blister packs largely depends on the packaging being gripped securely.

Vacuum technology specialist J. Schmalz GmbH has developed a new generation of packaging suction pads especially for handling cardboard boxes and rigid packaged products.

Regardless of whether they are used alone or in combination with vacuum grippers, the magnetic grippers SGM from Schmalz – available in four sizes and with holding forces from 35 to 290 N – offer new possibilities for the implementation of individual gripper systems.

Vacuum generators in compact format with trend-setting functions

Super-light basic vacuum ejectors from Schmalz now available with teachable vacuum switches

Schmalz extend the range of particularly adaptable suction pads for the handling of sheet-metal parts and thin motor-vehicle components with curved surfaces.

New main catalogue "Schmalz Vacuum Components 2008/2009 now available.

Innovative needle grippers for handling of materials which are difficult or impossible to grip with vacuum – an addition to the range of grippers for rational handling and material-flow solutions from the vacuum specialist J. Schmalz GmbH.

New suction pads for extremely hot workpieces

Dry-running diaphragm vacuum pump with excellent efficiency

Flat suction pads SHFN and suction plates SHF for handling rough-sawn wood, laminated and unlaminated chipboard, parquet flooring and furniture elements.