Vacuum Layer Gripper SPZ-M-C

Applications

• Palletizing/depalletizing of complete product layers


• Use in warehouse logistics and intralogistics


• A combination of vacuum technology and mechanical clamping is used for palletizing and depalletizing part-pallets


• Universal gripping system for handling intermediate layers, pallets, cardboard, boxes, film packaging, products in trays etc.


• Layering pattern with “chimneys” (gaps in the layering pattern)


• Products with removable and hinged lids


• Inhomogeneous products such as soft plastic bottles

Range of applications and workpieces

• Cardboard boxes, combipacks, bottles, cans, glass, foils, sacks, etc.


• Shrink wrapped goods (primary and secondary packaging)


• Packaged goods in trays (closed trays and trays open)


• Cooled and frozen goods


• Handling with and without intermediate layers


• Optional: intermediate layer separation

Our highlights...	Your benefits...
• Layer gripping system for various product layer sizes and layer arrangements	> Palletizing and depalletizing of complete product layers (minimization of cycle time)
• Suction area made of flexible special foam or alternatively of individual suction pads	> Can be perfectly adapted to workpiece structure; no gripper replacement for hetero - geneous workpieces required
• Modular structure	> Can be adjusted to fit every application optimally
• Patented skirt concept	> Global vacuum chamber is generated additionally

Technical Data

Gripper principles

• Vacuum suction surface/global vacuum chamber incl. curtain/auxiliary mechanical gripper

Gripper data

• Dimensions: approx. 1600 mm x 1400 mm x 1000 mm


• Gripper weight: approx. 270 kg


• Rated supply power: approx. 15 kW


• Actual position detection and gripping force detection

Capacity

• Pick&place time: depending on products – up to 300 layers per hour


• Layer weight: up to approx. 300 kg max.


• Temperature application range: standard between +5 °C up to +40 °C, optionally down to -30 °C

Pallet sizes

• Standard pallet dimensions:


• Euro pallet (1200 x 800 mm)


• Industry pallet (1000 x 1200 mm)


• Special sizes (half pallets, etc.) upon request


• Product height: standard 50–500 mm


• Automatic measurement of the pallet: yes


• Automatic measurement of the layer: yes


• Centring of the layer: optional

Technical data and construction data of layer gripping systems SPZ

The data of the layer gripping system SPZ varies according to the respective configuration depending on the numerous
types. The following table shows the most important features of the basic types of the layer gripping system SPZ.

Design

1. Vacuum connection (global vacuum)

2. Vacuum connection (suction area)

3. Mechanical clamping

4. Skirt

5. Sensor bracket for light barrier (optional)

Specifics of the design

• Vacuum layer gripping system with state-of-the-art valve and vacuum flow technology as well as modular gripper modules based on the tried and tested technology of the FXC/FMC series


• Mechanical gripping modules that can be controlled pneumatically or by an electric motor


• Modern construction optimized for weight and force according to FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)


• Modular components for all conventional bus controllers


• Optional energy saving versions


• Vacuum connections (suction area and global vacuum chamber within the skirt) to generate the vacuum in both circuits

Flange module

Vacuum switch

Vacuum switch with display and two digital output signals

Handling of packaging material with vacuum layer gripper SPZ-M-C

The vacuum layer gripper SPZ-M-C was designed for handling of variety packaging. The patented curtain concept generated a globale vacuum chamber. Together with the mechanical clamp the gripper can transport packaging they were previously manuell or with more expenses transported. The SPZ-M-C enables the automation of the palletising and depalletizing from packaging.

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Large-area vacuum gripping system SPZ-M-C for handling magazines and newspapers

The automated handling of newspapers and magazines in layers is a difficult process. Because of the different layers, the uneven surface and the astable material, the newspaper were previously manuell or with more expenses transported. The Large-are vacuum gripping system SPZ-M-C can make this difficult process because of its patented curtain concept. The SPZ-M-C generated by a curtain a globale vacuum chamber. An additionally mechanical clamping improved the holding forces, so that a safe handling of newspapers and magazines is guaranteed.

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