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Vacuum End Effectors VEE

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Application

Fast and cost-effective design of vacuum end-effectors for high-speed packaging processes

Pick & place applications with delta, scara and articulated arm robots

Fully automated filling of cartons in case packers

Use in primary and secondary packaging processes

Feeding of products in top-loading machines, carton and tray erectors

Application in flexible packaging machines with frequent format changes

        
Individual configuration
Flexibly configurable, perfectly matched individual components

        
Minimal design and manufacturing effort
Minimizes configuration and production times by more than 80 % thanks to online configurator

        
Low weight
Ready-to-connect end effectors starting at 150 g net weight, ideal for high-speed applications

        
Excellent hygiene properties
FDA- and BfR-compliant high-performance thermoplastic, resistant to alkaline cleaning solutions

        
Assembly service
On request, we can supply a completely assembled and ready-to-connect gripper

(1) Flange plates for standard types of robots

(2) Flange modules rigid or rotating by 360°; can be extended (optional)

(3) Basic modules

(4) Connector node

(5) Top connector G3/8"-F or closed

(6) Bottom connector incl. sealing element G1/8"-F, G1/4"-F, G3/8"-F or closed

(7) Stabilization elements (available as a suction cup accessory)

(8) Screw cover (optional)

(9) Vacuum suction cups (can be selected from the Schmalz product range)

(10) Connection tubes

(11) Plugs for partitioning into different vacuum zones

(12) Plugs

(13) Solenoid valve for active blow off

(14) Vacuum modules flange modules with integrated vacuum generation

Vacuum end effectors VEE can be freely configured within the framework values. When used in connection with our wide selection of suction pads, the possibilities are practically endless.

Specification	Specification Vacuum end effectors from the VEE system Minimum configuration	Maximum configuration
Basic module	1-connection	4-connection
Suction pad connection thread	G1/8“-F, G1/4“-F, G3/8“-F	G1/8“-F, G1/4“-F, G3/8“-F
Gripper size (L/W)	38 x 38 mm	300 x 200 mm
Weight¹	65 g	500 g
Qty. of suction pads	1	12
Workpiece sizes (L/W)	15 x 15 mm	400 x 300 mm

¹without flange module and suction pad

Specification	Specification Vacuum end effectors from the VEE system
Max. rated flow	60 m³/h
Max. vacuum value	-980 mbar
Overpressure resistance	up to 3 bar
Temperature range	-25 °C to +80 °C
Material	High performance thermoplastic (compliant with FDA guidelines)
Max. load capacity	2,000 g

Products

Customized Vacuum End Effector VEE-SLS

VEE system expansion for handling complex 3D-shaped products
Low weight by sintered polyamide
Warp resistant gripper for increased cycle speed and load capacity
Realization of complex custom-shaped grippers by innovative sinter technology
Hose-free vacuum distribution (standard) and integrated vacuum generator (option)

Handling Sets VEE

Ready-to-connect handling set for lightweight robots and cobots for autonomous and pneumatic vacuum generation.

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Handling Sets VEE

Vacuum generator including flange and gripper
Flexible replacement of the gripper possible
Suitable for operation with lightweight robots and cobots

Starter Set VEE

VEE starter set for configuration of two complete vacuum end effectors with 120 individual components and eight vacuum suction cups of type SPB4-30.

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Starter Set VEE

120 VEE components
Including eight suction cups SPB4-30
Build up to two turnkey VEE configurations

Flange Plates FLAN-PL

Flange plate from the modular system VEE for connecting the end effector to the robot; available for all common robot types or as a universal flange.

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Flange Plates FLAN-PL

Material: Anodized aluminum
For common robot types

Flange Modules VEE-QCM

Flange module from the modular system VEE with quick-change adapter for connection of the end effector to the flange plate.

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Flange Modules VEE-QCM

Vacuum connection: vertical or horizontal
Nominal flow rate: 20 m³/h or 60 m³/h

Rotary Units VEE-RU

Rotary connection prevents the hose from winding up for use with vacuum end effectors either with an integrated quick-change module or as an independent component.

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Rotary Units VEE-RU

Can be rotated by 360°
Flow rate of 20 m³/h to 60 m³/h

Vacuum Modules VEE-QCMV

Vacuum module from the modular system VEE with quick-change adapter and space-saving, integrated and energy-efficient vacuum generation using Schmalz eco nozzle technology.

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Vacuum Modules VEE-QCMV

Vacuum generation with suction rate of up to 10.3 m³/h

Efficient

Vacuum Generators ECBPi

Intelligent, autonomous and flexible vacuum generation. For use in mobile robotics applications.

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Vacuum Generators ECBPi

Max. 12 l/min suction rate
Max. vacuum: 75 %

Flange Extensions VEE-FE

Flange extension as dipping aid in combination with vacuum end effectors for boxes and cardboard boxes.

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Flange Extensions VEE-FE

Flange extension for vacuum end effectors VEE for reaching into boxes of all kinds
With a bayonet to quickly change the gripper without tools
Three extension lengths available with an integrated vacuum feedthrough

Basic Modules VEE-QCF

Basic module from the modular system VEE with central vacuum feed-in for connection of the end effector to the flange module, no tools needed; available as a 1-, 2- or 4-connection module.

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Basic Modules VEE-QCF

Material: Polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material)
Basic module with 1, 2 or 4 connections

Connector Upper Shells VEE-CO-U

Upper shell of the connector from the modular system VEE for assembly of connecting joints; available in closed design or with connection for separate vacuum line.

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Connector Upper Shells VEE-CO-U

Material: Polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material)

Connector Lower Shells VEE-CO-L

Lower shell from the modular system VEE for assembly of connecting joints and connection of suction cups; available in closed version or with female thread for suction cups.

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Connector Lower Shells VEE-CO-L

Material: Polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material)
Contains sealing element and securing screws

Connecting Tubes VEE-TU

Connecting tube from the modular system VEE for vacuum distribution and for connecting individual connection joints.

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Connecting Tubes VEE-TU

Material: Polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material)
Length 17.8 mm or 200 mm
Integrated vacuum feed

Plugs VEE-PL

Plugs from the modular system VEE for sealing unneeded connections on connecting joints and zoning of the vacuum system.

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Plugs VEE-PL

Material: Silicone SI for VEE-PL P and polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material) for VEE-PL C

Suction Cups for Vacuum End Effectors

Round flat suction grippers or bellows suction cups with up to 4.5 folds for handling bags and other unstable packages as well as predominantly rigid packages.

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Suction Cups for Vacuum End Effectors

Diameter: 10 to 80 mm
Material: SI, SI-HD (suitable for applications in the food industry), ED
Connection element modular

Tool Center Point VEE-TCP

Determination of the tool position of an industrial robot.

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Tool Center Point VEE-TCP

Tool center point with standard interface to flange modules VEE-QCM or vacuum modules VEE-QCMV

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Flat Suction Cups SPF

Round flat suction cup with support ribs, flexible sealing lip for handling rigid packaging.

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Flat Suction Cups SPF

Diameter: 10 mm to 60 mm
Material: ED
Connection element modular

Bellows Suction Cups SPB1 (1.5 Folds)

Round bellows suction cup with 1.5 folds, large suction cup stroke for handling semi-rigid packaging.

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Bellows Suction Cups SPB1 (1.5 Folds)

Diameter: 10 to 80 mm
Material: ED
Connection element modular

Bellows Suction Cups SPB4 (4.5 Folds)

Round bellows suction cup with 4.5 folds, soft sealing lip for handling unstable packaging.

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Bellows Suction Cups SPB4 (4.5 Folds)

Diameter: 20 to 50 mm
Material: SI (use in the food industry)

Bellows Suction Cups SPB4f (4.5 Folds)

Round bellows suction cup with 4.5 folds for handling of bags with extreme wrinkling or pouches filled with liquid.

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Bellows Suction Cups SPB4f (4.5 Folds)

Diameter: 30 to 50 mm
Material: SI
Modular connection nipple or push-in function

Bellows Suction Cups SPOB1 (Oval, 1.5 Folds)

Oval bellows suction cup with 1.5 folds, large suction cup stroke for handling rigid packaging.

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Bellows Suction Cups SPOB1 (Oval, 1.5 Folds)

Dimensions: 60 x 20, 100 x 40 mm
Material: ED
Connection element modular

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Flat Suction Cups SGPN

Round suction cup with flat sealing lip for handling of films, wafers without sucking the workpiece in.

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Flat Suction Cups SGPN

Diameter: 15 to 40 mm
Material: FPM, HT1, NK, SI
Connection nipple plugged into elastomer part

Bellows Suction Cups FSG (2.5 Folds)

Round universal suction cup with 2.5 folds, available in various materials for a wide range of requirements.

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Bellows Suction Cups FSG (2.5 Folds)

Diameter: 3 to 88 mm
Material: HT1, NBR, NBR-CO, NBR-ESD, NK, SI, SI-CO, SI-HD
Connection nipple plugged into elastomer part

Bellows Suction Cups FSGA (1.5 Folds)

Round universal bellows suction cup with 1.5 folds, available in various materials for a wide range of requirements.

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Bellows Suction Cups FSGA (1.5 Folds)

Diameter: 2 to 78 mm
Material: HT1, NBR, NBR-ESD, NK, SI, SI-CO, SI-MD, SI-HD
Connection nipple plugged into elastomer part

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