Lightweight robots and cobots make picking, packing and palletizing more efficient and flexible in the packaging and logistics sector. They can quickly learn and take on new tasks - if the right gripper is available. Schmalz has now developed a new system for configuring individual lightweight grippers in collaboration with the Berlin-based company Trinckle 3D.

Configuration takes place online, intuitively and is completed within a few minutes. The user chooses between different workpieces or uploads their own workpiece to then configure the appropriate gripper. Three-dimensional workpieces are also possible. In addition to selecting the number of suction cups, the user can choose from various suction cup diameters and types. The user also determines the position of the suction points and selects the appropriate flange insert.

Schmalz relies on additive manufacturing processes to cope with the great variability of grippers. They make the grippers light and robust. Fully integrated air guidance reduces interfering contours and vacuum hoses. Adapted to lightweight robots and cobots, the SLG can hold loads weighing up to ten kilograms.

Suction cups: Sensitive or dynamic
Schmalz has developed the new SFF and SFB1 flat and bellows suction cups for deformation-free handling of unstable workpieces. They have a surface structure that optimizes vacuum distribution. This enables them to hold sensitive films, capsules, paper or flat glass gently and securely.

New variants of the SPB suction pad series will also be presented. Thanks to their large stroke, the round bellows suction pads are adaptable and compensate for height differences. The large inner fold diameter and the flexible, adaptable sealing lip enable short cycle times for the fast and safe handling of even flexible workpieces. Trade visitors can also find out about the range of individual vacuum components and smart field devices for setting up their own vacuum systems. In addition to intelligent products such as the ECBPi electric vacuum generator, various compact ejectors and terminals, Schmalz will also be presenting ejector modules for energy-efficient vacuum generation and surface gripping systems for robots and cobots. as

Hall 3, Stand 3-141