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Vacuum Area Gripping System FXP and FMP

Universal grippers for handling different workpieces

The vacuum area gripping systems FXP and FMP guarantee maximum flexibility during automated handling processes. This universal gripper makes automated palletizing, depalletizing, order picking and sorting of the most varied goods in varying dimensions with only one gripper possible. Workpieces made from the most varied materials, such as carton, wood, metal sheets (dry) and plastic, both with and without cut-outs, can be handled.

Application

Universal gripper for handling workpieces regardless of size, geometry, material and surface
Handling of workpieces made from various materials, such as wood (coated or unplaned), packaging (boxes, bags or cans), metal sheets, glass, plastics, CFRP, etc.
Handling of porous workpieces and workpieces with gaps
Handling of workpieces with an undefined pick-up position
Mark-free handling of sensitive workpieces such as display glass
Ideal for use on robots due to its low weight

Your Benefits

A benchmark test indicates that the FXP / FMP series from Schmalz generates an 86 % higher suction force on average than comparable grippers on the market
Handling of workpieces wider than 20 mm, regardless of material, geometry, surface and position
Optimization of the flow ensures that energy is used more efficiently, which permanently reduces operating costs
Maximum acceleration within the process and reducing system costs by use of smaller robots
Low-noise operation with a sound level of only 74 dB(A)
Easy retooling of flow technology and fast replacement of sealing elements

Area Vacuum Gripping System FXP and FMP

Area Gripping Systems FXP

Integrated vacuum generator (ejector)
Sealing element: Sealing foam or suction cups

Area Gripping Systems FMP

Connection for external vacuum generation
Sealing element: Sealing foam or suction cups

Selection Aid

Application features	FXP	FMP
Minimization of interfering edges caused by hoses and attached vacuum generator (integration of functions)	✓
Easy mounting and quick connection of the gripper	✓
Minimal system costs (investment costs for vacuum generation including hoses and controller)	✓
Minimal operating costs (because of the option of electrical vacuum generation), especially for applications with multiple grippers		✓
Handling of highly porous workpieces		✓

Flexible, Quick-Change Sealing Elements

Sealing foam and suction cups can be changed quickly and easily due to the optimized adhesive film and the push-in function

Sealing Foam with Quick-Change Adhesive Film

Optimal adjustment capabilities
Quick rebound for short cycle times
Replaceable without adhesive residue and without the need to clean the sheet
Intended for workpieces wider than 20 mm (in the design with 5 suction rows, on request)
With optional filter mat
Available as an option with SU protective layer for mark-free handling of sensitive workpieces

How to video on the replacement of realing foams

Suction Cups with Push-in Function

Optimal height compensation and damping effect
Quick replacement due to the push-in mechanism
Diameters 20 mm and 40 mm
Made from FDA-compliant silicone
With optional insert filter

Selection Aid

Application features	Sealing foam	Suction cups
Rigid workpieces such as sheets, metal sheets, boards, sections and pallets	✓
Flexible workpieces such as cardboard boxes, sacks, bags and trays		✓
Elongated workpieces such as strips, sections, boards	✓
Workpieces with rough and structured surface	✓
Handling of smaller product layers such as jars (open or closed) and cans with a continuous edge	✓

Innovative Valve Technology

Valve type and size can be changed easily and quickly in case of changing requirements

Check Valves SVK

Ball valves integrated in the base section for closing off uncovered suction cells
Leak-free integrated, resulting in a higher vacuum as well as improved energy efficiency and holding force
Valve film with clover shape for high flow rate and quick picking up and blowing off
Proper functioning ensured even with unplaned surfaces

Flow Restrictors SW

Valve film with integrated flow restrictors to minimize leakage losses due to uncovered suctions cells
Suitable for swiveling operations and high accelerations
Different flow diameters available (optional)

Selection Aid

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