Schmalz GmbH (Schweizer Niederlassung)
About us
The company
Schmalz is the market leader in automation with vacuum and for ergonomic handling systems. The products of the international company are used in logistics applications as well as in the automotive industry, the electronics sector and furniture production. The broad spectrum in the Vacuum Automation business segment includes individual components such as suction pads or vacuum generators, complete gripping systems and clamping solutions for holding workpieces, for example on CNC machining centres. In the Handling business segment, Schmalz offers innovative handling solutions for industry and trade with vacuum lifters and crane systems. With the Energy Storage business field, the company is building up another mainstay in the area of stationary energy storage systems.
The combination of comprehensive consulting, a high focus on innovation and first-class quality ensures sustainable added value for customers. Intelligent solutions from Schmalz make production and logistics processes more flexible and efficient - and at the same time fit for the advancing digitalisation.
The basis of our success is our innovative strength: it drives all our employees. We know and understand the requirements of our customers and develop the right products from groundbreaking ideas.
Schmalz is represented in all important markets with its own locations and trading partners in more than 80 countries. The family-owned company employs around 1,800 people at its German headquarters (Glatten, Black Forest) and in 31 other companies worldwide.
Since 1998, Schmalz GmbH has been represented by its own company in Nürensdorf, Switzerland - Schmalz GmbH employs 15 people.
You can find more information at: www.schmalz.com
Products & services
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.
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 JumboErgo
For workpieces of many different shapes and sizes weighing up to 300 kg The twist grip on the JumboErgo is designed to operate like a motorcycle throttle. Large and heavy loads such as wooden boards, cardboard boxes and solar panels can be moved gently and precisely. The length of the operator handle can be varied, which allows the user to always maintain a safe distance from the load. Application - Fast and frequent lifting and moving of flat workpieces up to 300 kg - Responsive and precise handling of differently sized workpieces such as cardboard boxes, wooden boards or solar panels in internal logistics processes - Loading and unloading of CNC machining centers
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
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
Vacuum Area Gripping Systems FA-X / FA-M
Maximum efficiency with minimal consumption – optimized for sustainable processes and versatile material handling Whether palletizing, depalletizing, commissioning or sorting – a variety of processes can be automated with just one gripper. A wide range of goods in varying dimensions are reliably gripped. Workpieces made of different materials such as cardboard boxes, wood, sheet metal (dry) or plastics, with or without cut-outs, can be handled precisely. The result: maximum flexibility for a wide range of applications, easy to integrate and efficient to implement. - Universal gripper for handling workpieces regardless of size, geometry, material and surface - Handling of workpieces made from various materials, such as wood (coated or rough sawn), packaging (boxes, bags or cans), metal sheets, glass, plastics, CFRP, etc. - Suitable for swiveling operations and high accelerations -For rigid workpieces with rough and structured surface - Exceptionally energy-efficient thanks to patented energy-saving function. Now also for air-permeable and rough-surface workpieces - Ideal for use on robots due to its low weight Low energy consumption Depending on the application, up to 80 % less energy consumption and thus reduced costs thanks to individually switchable ejector nozzle banks Easy maintenance Thanks to the easily accessible ejector and sealing foam with quick-change adhesive film, service and downtimes are reduced to a minimum Quick installation Low installation effort thanks to central media interface for power and compressed air (even with several integrated ejectors) Optimized user experience Receive important system information via a large integrated LED display Flexible gripper attachment Thanks to its compact design, the gripper can be mounted directly along its entire length to a robot or gantry, saving valuable space