Vacuum End Effectors VEE

Configuring Rather than Designing

Application:

Fast and cost-effective design of vacuum end effectors for highspeed packaging processes
Pick-and-place applications with Delta, SCARA and articulated robots
Fully automated filling of cardboard boxes in case packers
Use in primary and secondary packaging processes
Transporting products into top-loading machines as well as in cardboard box and tray aligners
Use in flexible packaging machines with frequent format changes

Documentation

Brochure: Vacuum End Effector VEE

Design

(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 Suction Cups for the Packaging Industry

Flat Suction Cups SPF

Schmalz Select.

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

Bellows Suction Cups SPB1 (1.5 Folds)

Schmalz Select.

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

Bellows Suction Cups SPB4 (4.5 Folds)

Diameter: 20 to 50 mm
Material: SI (suitable for applications in the food industry)

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)

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

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)

Schmalz Select.

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

Bellows Suction Cups FSGA (1.5 Folds)

Schmalz Select.

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

Grippers for Individual Workpiece Handling

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)

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

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

Type	Article No.
VEE starter set	10.01.36.00030

VEE online configurator

With the VEE online configurator, you arrive at an individually tailored end effector solution with just a few mouse clicks.

Your benefits

Live 3D preview of the configuration
Creation of a 3D PDF data sheet including a parts list and CAD data
Simple importing in your consisting construction
Quick request for proposal (RFP)

You must log in to the online shop to start the configurator.

Start the configurator on the product page of the VEE Starter Set

Modular elements

Robot set VEE

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

Starter Set VEE

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

Flange Plates FLAN-PL

Material: Anodized aluminum
For common robot types

Flange Modules VEE-QCM

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

Rotary Units VEE-RU

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

Vacuum Modules VEE-QCMV

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

Efficient

Vacuum Generator ECBPi

Schmalz Connect.

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

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