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With the new FQE-V vacuum area gripper, vacuum expert Schmalz offers a freely scalable gripper system for robotics and automated handling of workpiece geometries of different sizes.With the new FQE-V, Schmalz has developed a modular, freely scalable gripper system for robotics. It enables workpieces of different sizes and shapes to be handled safely. Applications benefit from particularly fast project planning.Vacuum expert Schmalz has further developed the FQE series and supplemented it with the FQE-V. With dimensions ranging from 230 × 120 millimetres to 400 × 280 millimetres, the new area gripper is even more flexible in its dimensions and geometry. It therefore enables precise and safe handling of individually shaped workpieces, regardless of their format. The suction-plate dimensions and suction hole grid can be freely scaled. Applications can adapt the FQE-V to different workpieces quickly and easily using smart design tools. Batch size 1 thus becomes the standard.Schmalz offers this new development in two versions. The FQE-V-M is equipped with an external, the FQE-V-X with an integrated, particularly energy-efficient vacuum generator. This allows users to benefit from economical operation with a high level of process reliability. The control valves are also integrated. With its modular lightweight design, the new area gripper significantly reduces weight and thus increases the effective load capacity. Suction cups in different shapes and materials and foam are available as sealing elements. Sound insulation minimizes noise pollution for nearby employees.Users can choose from a wide pallet of suction trays with different shapes. These are rectangular, round or oval as standard. However, any free form can also be scaled - for example a T-shape. The innovative design of the FQE-V meets the requirements of ISO TS 15066 and is therefore ideal for stationary handling tasks in human-robot collaboration (HRC). The area gripper also impresses in automated handling - for end-of-line packaging in intra-logistics or for sensitive gripping of products in the automotive, glass and electronics sectors. The FQE-V enables the handling of objects from different pick-up positions. For example, it can dip precisely into workpiece layers in outer packaging or palletize non-rigid cardboard boxes. Because the gripper dimensions can be freely scaled, users can also use the FQE-V to fill goods in outer packaging layer by layer.

Flexible and precise handling of different products with Area Gripping System and Lightweight Layer Gripper. More information here!In this video, you will learn how our products, the Area Gripping Systems FQE-V Xc and the Lightweight Layer Grippers ZLW, efficiently and precisely handle small cartons. The Area Gripping System FQE-V Xc is a flexible gripper system designed for handling products of various sizes and geometries. It allows for picking up items from different positions and is commonly used in stationary applications with collaborative robots or in fully automated processes. Typical use cases include pick-and-place tasks, end-of-line packaging, and layer-wise filling of goods in outer packaging. With freely scalable gripper dimensions, the system can be precisely tailored to project-specific requirements. Its energy-efficient, integrated vacuum generation and low noise level make it both economical and workplace-friendly. The system is suitable for various industries, including packaging, automotive, glass, and electronics. The Lightweight Layer Gripper ZLW is specifically designed for automated palletizing processes and handling workpiece layers. With variable length and width, it adapts flexibly to different needs. Its lightweight design reduces initial costs by enabling the use of robots with lower payload capacities. The suction grid design is optimized for specific workpieces, further enhancing energy efficiency. The ZLW can handle a wide range of items, such as packages, pouches, jars, cans, and buckets. With optional features like a spring-mounted flange for height compensation and customizable sealing materials, it offers a versatile and adaptable solution. Discover in this video how these innovative systems can transform your operations!

International Logistics Comprehensive Exhibition INNOVATION EXPO 2025Schmalz will exhibit at the Logis-Tech Tokyo INNOVATION EXPO 2025 to be held from September 10, 2025.Various products for the logistics industry will be exhibited, including manual transfer systems that support manual transfer of heavy loads and vacuum grippers that automate loading and unloading of pallets and other materials. Visitors can also try out a mobile tube lifter at the venue. We look forward to seeing you there.The International Logistics Exhibition (Logis-Tech Tokyo/INNOVATION EXPO) is Japan's largest specialized exhibition for the logistics and supply chain industry. In 2025, the event will be held under the theme “Keeping logistics moving. Driving society forward.” from September 10 (Wed) to 12 (Fri) at Tokyo Big Sight East Halls 4–8.Exhibit ProductsHighlightsTransportable tube lifter JumboFlex MobileThis is a transportable tube lifter that can be moved to any desired location. Its compact design not only allows it to be installed anywhere, but also makes it easy to maneuver during transportation. Driven by a 3-phase 200 V power supply, it can be used not only for temporary transshipment, but also for long processes such as feeding work into a processing machine.Customizable lightweight and vacuum gripper FQE-VRobot Demo: The FQE lightweight vacuum gripper is now available with a new type of suction surface that can be freely designed. The suction surface can be designed and manufactured with a 3D printer to match the size and shape of the workpiece. A robot demonstration will be held at the venue. Please come and see it.Rope balancer Neo30Rope balancer capable of lifting loads up to 30 kg. Battery-powered, it can be used anywhere, regardless of where it is installed. You can actually try it out at the venue.

At FACHPACK in Nuremberg at the end of September, Schmalz will be demonstrating how different workpieces can be handled ergonomically and efficiently.At this year's FACHPACK (September 24 to 26, Nuremberg), vacuum expert Schmalz will be presenting innovative solutions at Stand 571 in Hall 7. Applications can handle different workpieces ergonomically and efficiently - automated or manual.Packaging fulfills many requirements: They prevent contamination of products, protect the environment from hazardous substances and facilitate the handling of goods. At FACHPACK, Schmalz will be showing how cardboard, bags, pouches, metal and glass packaging can be moved at high cycle frequencies - from vacuum lifters to vacuum technology for robotics.With the JumboFlex vacuum tube lifter, skilled workers can lift goods weighing up to 50 kilograms ergonomically and at a high cycle frequency. The intuitive one-finger control enables fast and safe processes. There is also an extensive range of gripper accessories that can be connected using the quick-change system. One example: the new suction cups for sacks PSSG. It reliably holds coated and uncoated bags made of paper, plastics or textile layers with different filling levels. In combination with the modular flat extension arm and the V-Chain drag chain, the JumboFlex also enables health-protective handling solutions in low-ceilinged rooms thanks to its space-saving design.Workers handle loads weighing up to 300 kilograms effortlessly with the JumboErgo vacuum tube lifter, which has a modular design and can be adapted to the task at hand using different grippers. The necessary vacuum is provided by the directly driven SBV vacuum blowers, for example. They guarantee stable, reliable suction capacity, reduce energy consumption and minimize maintenance thanks to their simple design and direct drive technology.If companies need a transportable tube lifter for packages weighing up to 50 kilograms, the JumboFlex Mobile is the perfect choice. The responsive articulated arm jib and the height-adjustable column make it very compact, so it can be used flexibly in changing locations. All that is required is a standard industrial socket (400 volts, 50 hertz, 16 amps). The main body is soundproofed, resulting in a low noise level.Robotics and automationSchmalz will be presenting new gripper solutions for automated processes, such as the PSPF bellows suction pad. With its 3.5 folds and the high-strength two-component connection between the bellows and sealing lip, it provides a safe hold for very thin and flexible bags. It shows its strength in all packaging that is completely or partially filled with liquids or bulk goods. Typical fields of application are dynamic packaging processes with delta robots or pick-and-place applications. The suction cup is made of FDA-compliant silicone and is certified for contact with food products.The ZLW lightweight layer gripper handles various workpieces weighing up to 35 kilograms, such as packages, bags, glasses, cans and buckets. The maximum gripping surface is 850 × 650 millimetres. The system is suitable for automated end-of-line (EOL) palletizing processes with lightweight robots as well as for pick-and-place in the production process. The suction grid can be adapted to the item size. This enables companies to achieve highly efficient vacuum generation and save costs because there is no need to compensate for pressure losses.Flexible gripping solutionsThe FQE area gripping system is ideal for applications that need to grip products of different sizes from different pick-up positions. The configurable universal gripper is available with integrated or external vacuum generation. It is particularly suitable for stationary handling tasks with collaborative robots or for fully automated applications. Integrated control valves enable minimized cycle times and interference contours. The gripping surface of the new FQE-V model is freely scalable from 110 × 230 to 400 × 280 millimetres. This allows specific workpiece geometries to be handled with precision.The SBPG bin picker is suitable for automated bin picking. It removes freely formed parts from containers with a chaotic or pre-sorted packing pattern. Its flexible suction cup adapts perfectly to the contour of the workpiece, while it is lightweight and easy to clean thanks to the integrated vacuum generator.Schmalz has developed the new RECBi pneumatic vacuum generators for end-of-arm (EoA) use on lightweight robots, cobots and conventional 6-axis robots. They handle air-tight and porous workpieces in processes with short cycle and evacuation times. Thanks to the adjustable PXT gripper system, they can be quickly adapted to different applications. The vacuum generators are also available for the multifunctional EoA platform MATCH, which enables automated gripper changes.Schmalz at FACHPACK: Hall 7, Booth 571

Schmalz will be exhibiting handling solutions for bags, cardboard and other packaging at LogiMAT. Grippers and vacuum systems ensure efficient picking and transfer.Efficient and ergonomic - vacuum expert Schmalz will be presenting clever solutions for intra-logistics at LogiMAT 2025 (March 11 to 13, Stuttgart). At booth C05 in hall 7, the focus will be on grippers and lifting aids that actively support skilled workers and robots in picking and moving.New technologies for warehousing, material flow, transportation and robotics will be the focus of LogiMAT - the international trade fair for intra-logistic solutions and process management - in March. Vacuum expert Schmalz will be showcasing several product highlights at its booth.Flexible, strong and safe gripThe matrix area gripper FMG has a compact and modular design. It is ideal for gripping flat and predominantly air-tight workpieces in various shapes and dimensions. It can also safely pick up and place complete product layers and very thin components. This allows users to easily automate high-mix-low-volume processes, for example in pick-and-place applications. Additional modules can be supplemented as required.Another highlight is the gripper FQE-V, which Schmalz has designed for handling workpieces in automation technology. The modular, freely scalable system can be used to safely handle workpieces of different sizes and shapes. Thanks to smart design tools, applications benefit from particularly fast project planning of grippers in batch size 1.The finger gripper mGrip in hygienic design meets the highest cleanliness standards. Thanks to its flexibility and adaptability, it can pick up sensitive objects such as baked goods precisely and gently. It is ideal for automated packaging processes, for example for picking small items into nets or bags. The bin-picker SBPG can also be seen at the booth. This helper for autonomous bin picking enables components to be removed from bins and thus optimizes the material flow in production.The sack gripper PSSG is a strong lightweight with a special feature: the robust sealing lip guarantees a very long service life. Schmalz has developed it specially for handling bags; it moves heavy loads safely and efficiently. The combination of vacuum technology and an intelligent gripping mechanism makes the PSSG an optimal solution for logistics centers and production facilities.Proven improvementsThe JumboFlex has been the first choice for many years when it comes to moving workpieces weighing up to 50 kilograms. Schmalz proves that there is always room for improvement with the redesign of the vacuum tube lifter. It is now even more intuitive to use and ergonomically designed - the handle fits perfectly in every hand. Its flexible handling ensures optimal use in modern production. Visitors can experience the versatility of the JumboFlex live in various applications at the booth.Schmalz at the LogiMAT: Hall 7, Booth C05