Reliable automation solutions using industrial robots and cobots

Schmalz develops innovative vacuum systems for robotic manipulators that enable safe, precise and efficient automation of handling, gripping, sorting, and packaging processes. These solutions are compatible with leading robot manufacturers, including Universal Robots, FANUC, KUKA, Doosan, ABB, Yaskawa, and others.

Key advantages

  • fast integration into any production environment;
  • lightweight and compact design — ideal for cobots;
  • support for URCap, IO-Link and other interfaces;
  • energy-efficient vacuum generators with intelligent control;
  • high flexibility thanks to modular construction.

Schmalz products and solutions for robotics

Grippers for collaborative robots (cobots)

  • compact, ready-to-use gripper systems;
  • compatible with ISO flanges and URCap for Plug & Play integration;
  • Starter Sets — quick deployment for Universal Robots.

Intelligent vacuum modules

  • generators with air consumption control;
  • sensors providing feedback on pressure, vacuum level, and gripping cycle;
  • Smart Factory-ready: monitoring, diagnostics, analytics.

Modular vacuum gripping systems

  • customizable to match specific product geometries;
  • suitable for Pick-and-Place, palletizing, sorting, and stacking;
  • suction cups, plates, valves, and sensors in a single housing.

Applications

  • packaging, logistics, warehouse systems;
  • automotive and metalworking industries;
  • wood, glass, and plastic processing;
  • food industry and electronics;
  • human-machine collaboration — safe integration with personnel.

Solution selection for your robot

The link provides ready-made kits (Starter Sets) and an interactive configurator that helps you choose the right vacuum gripper depending on:

  • robot type (UR, FANUC, Doosan, etc.);
  • application (gripping bags, boxes, sheets, parts);
  • requirements for performance and end-effector weight.