Vacuum Layer Gripping Systems SPZ
High-performance palletizers for warehousing and intralogistics
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High-performance palletizers for warehousing and intralogistics
Together with capable palletizing robots and gantries, vacuum layer gripping systems from Schmalz increase the production output in the automated handling of products in various industries. Individually planned systems guarantee an optimal process integration and ensure a quick return on investment.
We would be happy to help you design your gripper system. From the project planning and design stages all the way through to the day your product starts operation - we will be with you all the way.
Application
Your Benefits
Design
(1) Flange connection STARR Rigid connection to common robots and gantries
(2) Flange connection FLEX Spring-mounted connection to common robots and gantries
(3) Various gripper modules
(A) With intermediate layer handling
(B) With global vacuum chamber
(C) With layer detection
(D) With mechanical clamping
(4) Suction box with foam For virtually all workpieces, optionally with zoning
(5) Suction box with suction cups For uneven workpieces, optionally with zoning
(6) Suction box with skirt For difficult workpieces, with global vacuum chamber
The layer gripping system SPZ is available in three basic configurations, differing in their gripping technology.
Schmalz has developed specific layer gripping systems for typical applications of particular industries.
In order to optimize cycle times, energy consumption and process safety, the layer gripping system can be equipped with various additional features and thus be adapted to process-specific requirements.
Sensor Unit
Optimization of cycle times and increased process safety due to vacuum detection and parts control
Energy Saving Version
Reduced energy consumption due to workpiece and process-dependent blower regulation (by frequency converter)
Collision Detection
Avoidance of damages on the workpieces and system standstills due to floating attachment with collision monitoring
Intermediate Layer Separation
Process-safe separation of various intermediate layers
Deep-Freezing Version
Suitable for use at temperatures down to -30 °C (or -22 °F)
Mechanical Pallet Gripping Arms
Safe handling of one or more palettes, servomotordriven
* The energy savings are dependent on many factors (cycle, handling process, safety factor, porosity of workpiece, etc.) and must always be determined individually
Every layer gripping system can be adapted to individual requirements. The following data are therefore reference values and may vary depending on the application. Suction tests with original workpieces are always required to ensure functionality. They are executed in our test center.
Type | SPZ | SPZ-M | SPZ-M-C | SPZ-S |
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Vacuum suction area | ✓ | ✓ | ***✓ | ✓ |
Mechanical gripper | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Global vacuum | ✓ | |||
Pallet clamping & intermediate layer handling | ✓ (optional) |
✓ (optional) |
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Sectioning | ✓ | |||
Gripper dimensions* [mm] | Approx.1.250x850x275 | Approx. 2.100x1.800x1.000 | Approx. 2.100x1.800x1.000 | Approx. 1.432x1.309x292 |
Gripper weight[kg] | Approx. 90 | Approx. 390 | Approx. 390 | Approx. 120 |
Max. layer weight[kg] | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 |
Pallet size** [mm] | Euro (1.200x800) Industrial (1.200x1.000) US (1.015x1.215) | |||
Application temperature [°C] | +5 to +40 (up to -30 available on request) |
*Gripper dimensions may vary depending on the pallet size
**Special sizes on request
***Type SPZ-M-C can be optionally equipped without suction area. Handling of the workpieces is then performed by the mechanical gripping and the global vacuum
Components and Gripping Systems in Action
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