Schmalz FXC Large-Area Gripping System Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Schmalz FXC large-area gripping system follows the idea of one gripper with maximum flexibility. It handles products of various sizes, materials and properties and picks reliably from various starting positions.
Applications include automated palletizing, sorting, order commissioning and warehouse intralogistics. The FMC variant connects to external vacuum generation.
Quick Verdict
A universal area gripper that copes with mixed products, ideal for logistics automation.
Schmalz FXC Large-Area Gripping System at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Product type | Large-area vacuum gripper |
Versions | FXC (integrated ejector), FMC (external vacuum) |
Products | Various sizes, materials and properties |
Applications | Palletizing, sorting, order picking, intralogistics |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
A large suction surface with valve or orifice technology holds products without needing exact positioning.
Integrated ejectors in FXC simplify installation; FMC suits central high-flow vacuum.
Picking from varied positions supports unstructured logistics tasks.
Integration and Selection
Size the gripper for product footprint and weight, and choose FXC or FMC by vacuum source.
Combine with vision for random picking.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Logistics | Order picking |
E-commerce | Sorting |
Food and beverage | Palletizing |
Warehousing | Intralogistics |
Functional Uses
Mixed product gripping
Palletizing
Sorting
Order picking
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Universal
Integrated or external vacuum
Handles varied products
Limitations
Specs not on A3
Large area needs high flow
Who Should Consider the Schmalz FXC Large-Area Gripping System?
The FXC suits logistics and palletizing with varied products.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Schmalz prices the FXC / FMC by configuration and quantity. Budget for mounting, vacuum generation, compressed air, valves, sensors and commissioning as part of the complete vacuum system.
Further Reading
Schmalz FXC Large-Area Gripping System FAQ
What is FXC?
A Schmalz large-area vacuum gripping system.
What is FMC?
A version for external vacuum generation.
What applications suit it?
Palletizing, sorting, order picking and intralogistics.
Can it handle varied products?
Yes, various sizes, materials and properties.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from Schmalz.
