Schmalz GmbH
About us
Schmalz is the world's leading supplier in automation, handling and clamping technology and offers customers from numerous industries innovative and efficient solutions from the field of vacuum technology. Schmalz products are used in a wide variety of production processes - such as grippers on robot arms in car body production, in CNC machining centers as a clamping solution for furniture parts or with an operator in manual lifting tasks from cardboard boxes to solar modules. At Schmalz, customers either draw from the wide range of components or benefit from a complete solution, specially adapted to their needs. Schmalz focuses on consistent customer orientation, groundbreaking innovations, outstanding quality and comprehensive consulting expertise. The company employs around 1800 people at its headquarters in Glatten (Black Forest) and in 31 branches abroad. In Nürensdorf (ZH), there are 15 employees.
Products & services
Jumbo Flex 50
New JumboFlex 50 completes Schmalz tube lifter family Vacuum specialist Schmalz rounds out its tube lifter series with one-hand operation for frequent and fast transfer of light goods. The new JumboFlex 50 has a maximum load capacity of 50 kilograms. Together with the proven JumboFlex 20 and JumboFlex 35, Schmalz now has the right handling solution in its product range for all small loads up to 50 kilograms. The vacuum tube lifter is suitable whenever goods have to be moved frequently and quickly in the logistics process - for example, cardboard boxes, barrels, buckets, sacks or even small load carriers. The innovation of the JumboFlex 50 lies in the new operating element: It can be controlled intuitively, the lifting speed can be sensitively dosed: by right- or left-handed operators and with one or two fingers. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
A Fine Art: Handling Sensitive Workpieces Safely
The transport of goods with sensitive surfaces requires a gentle touch. With that in mind, J. Schmalz GmbH has developed a special cover for its vacuum area gripping system FXP/FMP. It can be used, for instance, to grip even very thin glass gently and without scratching. The gripping system can also use the protective cover made from a special mesh in cleanroom applications.
SPB4f - Neuer Balgsauger für Beutelverpackungen
Schmalz GmbH presents the new suction pad series SPB4f for flexible use in the packaging industry. The suction pad enables the dynamic and safe handling of all types of pouch packaging.
SCPSi / SCPS Energy-efficient vacuum generators for a wide range of applications
The SCPS/SCPSi compact ejectors with new Eco nozzle technology are characterized by their energy efficiency and intelligence. They are ideal for a wide range of highly dynamic handling processes, for example in the packaging industry. Your benefits: Around 15 percent less compressed air consumption with active vacuum generation. Around 15 percent higher pumping speed for process-reliable handling of workpieces such as cardboard boxes that suck through Energy and process control for monitoring and controlling the entire process
VSi Vacuum and Pressure Switches
External control and indicator display ◾Installed separately from the sensor unit, in the user’s direct field of view ◾Settings such as switching points can be copied on the display and transferred to other switches Visualization in the Controller via IO-Link ◾The condition data recorded can be viewed and used up to master level ◾Diagnostics and configuration via remote access Output and Configuration via Smartphone ◾NFC technology allows data to be exchanged with an NFC-enabled smartphone ◾Simple access to service and maintenance Information (e.g. type, serial number, operating instructions) ◾Rapid mobile troubleshooting by displaying detailed error messages
Bereit für Industrie 4.0: Intelligente Komponenten für die Kommunikation untereinander
Industry 4.0 requires intelligent devices that communicate with each other in the factory of tomorrow. The vacuum generators and needle grippers of the "i" series from Schmalz provide this intelligence: - Acquisition of important process data and transmission via IO-Link to all common fieldbus systems. - Diagnostic and prognosis functions derive information about the condition of the system (e.g. wear or contamination) - Early detection of gradual changes or impending failures Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
Vacuum Tube Lifters Jumbo
Move Goods Weighing up to 300 kg Quickly and Easily Application Fast and frequent lifting and moving of workpieces weighing up to 300 kg, for example: - Handling goods such as cardboard boxes, bags, barrels, buckets and jugs within in-house logistics processes Your Benefits - Increased productivity thanks to reduced handling and loading times - Secure, damage-free gripping by using vacuum - Minimization of downtime due to employee injury - Increase in employee motivation - Only one person for handling
Compact Terminal SCTSi IO-Link
Fully Networked and Flexible Vacuum Generation Lean •Central compressed air and energy supply for up to 16 ejectors with just one connection each •Compact design and low weight make it suitable for a wide range of applications Networked •Can be integrated in a wide range of field-bus systems •Process and device parameters can be easily configured via IO-Link or NFC Modular •Modular design means various vacuum circuits can be installed to handle different parts with ease •Individual ejectors can be selected based on nozzle size, NO, NC or nozzle type Intelligent •All suction circuits can be separately controlled •Process transparency, energy consumption control and a variety of diagnostic functions for use in intelligent factories
Vacuum Generators ECBPi
•Intelligent electrical vacuum generator for handling airtight and slightly porous workpieces •Integrated interface for controlling and monitoring the handling process •For use in mobile robotics, fully automated small parts handling and stationary handling tasks
JumboFlex High Stack
With the JumboFlex High-Stack, Schmalz offers a safe solution for stacking cardboard boxes with up to 50 kg weight in an ergonomically optimal range of up to 255 cm high. Highlights: • Optimal use of space in storage areas and by transport devices • Best possible ergonomics thanks to adjustable handle length and adjustable continuous guide handle • High flexibility provided by large selection of grippers in the Schmalz product range • No wear thanks to pipe-integrated vacuum line and additional vacuum hoses prevent interference contours • Easy release of workpieces through reducing the residual vacuum on the gripper
Vacuum Area Gripping Systems FXCB
• Gripping system with low weight and integrated pneumatic vacuum generation for handling workpieces in the area of intra-logistics • Perfect for stationary handling tasks with collaborative robots • Palletizing and depalletizing cardboard boxes Our Highlights: • Thanks to its innovative product design featuring increased contact surface and reduced impact forces, the area gripper fulfills the requirements of ISO TS 15066 • NFC interface for data transmission • Lightweight and dynamic geometry thanks to additive 3D-printed manufacturing • The gripper is easily integrated into automation environments thanks to innovative communications technology Your Benefits: • Suitable for HRC operation •Direct, simple access to device data via smartphone • Higher effective carrying load • The gripper can be integrated into Industry 4.0 environments
Compact Terminal SCTSi Ethernet
Flexible, Fully Networked Vacuum Generation Lean: • Central compressed air and power supply for up to 16 ejectors with just one connection each • Compact design and low weight make it suitable for a wide range of applications Modular: • Modular design means various vacuum circuits can be installed to handle different parts with ease • Each ejector can be selected based on nozzle size, NO, NC or nozzle type Networked: • Can be integrated in a wide range of field-bus systems • Process and device parameters can be easily configured via Ethernet or NFC Intelligent: • All vacuum circuits can be separately controlled • Process transparency, energy consumption control and a variety of diagnostic functions for use in intelligent factories
JumboFlex Picker
Ergonomics "to go The unique ergonomics and safety of the Schmalz vacuum tube lifters are now also available for mobile use. The JumboFlex Picker can be transported with any standard industrial truck, making it the ideal picking solution for packages weighing up to 40 kg - regardless of where it is used. Application - Picking mixed pallets from unmixed pallets for onward transport to stores - Stacking of pallets for distribution to different storage locations or further processing locations - Suitable as an internal goods distribution solution - Optimal for use with block or floor storage
SCTMi mini compact terminal: A real lightweight
• A real lightweight with a small footprint • Simple installation - low energy consumption - short cycle times • Ideal for use directly at the gripper or on a moving axis • The modular design allows up to 16 individual ejectors to be controlled and configured individually • All data and values are available via the IO-Link or via wireless communication with NFC.
Pneumatic Vacuum Generators RECBi
• Pneumatic vacuum generator for end-of-arm (EoA) use on lightweight robots, cobots and conventional 6-axis robots • Handling of absorbent or porous workpieces such as cardboard packaging or uneven workpieces • Pick-and-place tasks, machine loading and unloading, picking and packing • Range of applications from production and assembly to warehouse logistics and shipping • Use in processes with requirements for short cycle and evacuation times