Solenoid Valves EMVP
- Nominal diameter: 5 to 50 mm
- Nominal flow: 3 to 310 m³/h
- Voltages =/~ 24/230 V
Layer gripper SPZ
Pick-and-place of unmixed workpiece layers
With the SPZ layer grippers, Schmalz offers solutions for palletizing or depalletizing workpiece layers such as cardboards, cans, jars, packaging and much more. Benefit from standardized assemblies combined into a ready-to-connect system suitable for your application.
High holding force
Handling of layer weights up to 250 kg
Ready-to-connect palletizing solution
Optimally coordinated gripping system incl. vacuum generation and controllable valves
Variable suction area
Gripper design based on the workpiece layer
High energy efficiency
Minimized power of vacuum generation through workpiece-optimized design of the suction grid
Your Individual Configuration
The layer gripping systems are specially adapted to your applications. Contact us and receive a custom made offer.
Design
Design
- Rigid flange (1) for connection to common robots and portals
- Optional: Spring-mounted flange to compensate for height differences in the workpiece layer (2)
- Gripper with sealing element made of plug-in suction cups (3) or sealing foam (4)
- Connector for external vacuum generation (5) or valve assembly (6)
Modular elements
Modular elements
Pallet handling module
Optional module for applications where pallets also need to be handled.
Intermediate layer and pallet handling module
Optional module for applications where pallets and/or intermediate layers also need to be handled.
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Light grid module
Optional module for detecting the workpiece layer height.
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Mechanical clamping
Optional mechanical clamping module in the gripping process for increased holding forces.
Ordering information
Ordering information
Product code
Similar to a part number, the product code is used to uniquely identify product configurations at Schmalz. The product code can be found on the product label or on the quotation or order. Do you have questions about your product or would you like to order a configuration again? Then please have this key ready when you contact Schmalz.
SPZ
FL
1,250 x 850
O20KS
30T
SW80
G60
Abbreviated designation
| Code | Type |
|---|---|
| SPZ | Standard layer gripper |
Flange
| Code | Type |
|---|---|
| RD | Rigid |
| FL | Spring-mounted |
Preferred sizes
| Code | LxW in mm |
|---|---|
| 1,250 x 1,050 | 1,250 x 1,050 |
| 1,250 x 850 | 1,250 x 850 |
| 850 x 650 | 850 x 650 |
Sealing element
| Code | Height/diameter in mm |
|---|---|
| O20KS | Sealing foam (H = 20)* |
| O20 | Sealing foam (H = 20)** |
| SPB2 40 | Suction cup (∅ = 40)*** |
*Universally applicable standard sealing foam with conically cut suction cells
**Universally applicable standard sealing foam with cylindrically cut suction cells
***Pluggable silicone bellows suction cups
Grid
| Code | Distance between suction points in mm |
|---|---|
| 20T | 20 |
| 30T | 30 |
| 45T | 45 |
Flow restrictor
| Code | Cross section in mm |
|---|---|
| SW80 | 0.8 (sealing foam O20KS) |
| SW100 | 1.0 (sealing foam O20) |
| SW120 | 1.2 (suction cup) |
Vacuum connection
| Code | Diameter in mm |
|---|---|
| G60 | Straight, Ø = 60 (external) |
| G75 | Straight, Ø = 75 (external) |
| G100 | Straight, Ø = 100 (external) |
Ordering information
The designation code describes the standardized configuration options of the layer gripper. If required, it is possible to add further individual functions. We are at your disposal for the project planning and design of your vacuum system.
Technical Data
Technical Data
- Maximum load capacity up to 250 kg
- Suitable for deep-freezing down to -30 °C
- Minimum gripper size 450 x 350 mm
- Maximum gripper size 1,500 x 1,500 mm
Example configurations
Example configurations
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SPZ with suction cup carpet
- Handling of cardboard or other packaging
SPZ with sealing plate
- Handling of glasses, cans, buckets or other homogeneous workpiece layers
- Intermediate layer handling by means of retractable and extendable suction cups
SPZ with mechanical gripping support
- Mechanical gripping support for increased stability or increased gripping force
SPZ with x suction zones
- Formation of different segments that can be switched on and off
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SPZ as blocked F-grippers
- Modular system for blocking area grippers (FMP, FMP-S, FXP, FXP-S)
- Row-by-row handling and individual loading and unloading of cardboards
SPZ for handling cardboard boxes
- blocked area grippers (FMP, FMP-S, FXP, FXP-S)
SPZ Nesting
- Stacking of waste-optimized wood or sheet metal blanks in just one handling process
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Layer gripping system SPZ for automated handling of cans in layers
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Product Inquiry
Accessories
Vacuum Blowers
- High flow rate with low vacuum
- Optional frequency regulated and electropneumatic reversing
- For porous workpieces
Vacuum Filters VF / STF / STF-D
- Nominal flow: from 6 m³/h to 1,440 m³/h
- Pore size: 3 to 15 µm
Product recommendations
Modular layer gripper SPZ-MC
- Version: fully electric or pneumatic
- Max. clamping window: 1,200 x 1,000 mm
- Min. workpiece height: 45 mm
- Version: with or without suction carpet
Lightweight Layer Grippers ZLW
- Layer gripper in lightweight construction
- Lift capacity up to 35 kg
- Max. dimensions (LxW): 850 x 650 mm
- Sealing element: sealing foam or suction cups
Vacuum Area Gripping System FXP / FMP
- Universal gripper for automated palletizing and depalletizing, commissioning and sorting
- Dimensions: 442 x 130 to 1,432 x 130 mm
- Sealing element: sealing foam, suction cups