Schmalz SPZ Layer Gripping System Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Schmalz SPZ layer gripping system is built from modularly connected large-area grippers to pick and transport layers of products sorted and stacked on pallets.
It handles cardboard boxes, composite packaging, bottles, cans, glass jars and sacks, shrink-wrapped or not, chilled or frozen, with or without intermediate layers. FMC modules compensate unevenness, mechanical gripper modules can be added, a skirt forms a global vacuum chamber and energy-saving regulation is built in. No gripper change is needed for order changes.
Quick Verdict
A layer gripper that handles almost any packaged goods without changeover, including layers with gaps.
Schmalz SPZ Layer Gripping System at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Product type | Vacuum layer gripping system |
Modules | FMC large-area grippers |
Mechanical clamps | Optional, pneumatic or electric |
Skirt | Global vacuum chamber |
Products | Boxes, packs, bottles, cans, jars, sacks |
Temperature | Chilled and frozen goods |
Changeover | No gripper change for order changes |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
Layer grippers pick an entire pallet layer at once. Schmalz builds them from FXC/FMC large-area modules whose suction chambers compensate for unevenness across the layer, so products of slightly different heights are all held.
A skirt seals around the layer to create one large vacuum chamber, which handles gaps or chimneys in the pattern. Mechanical clamps secure items vacuum alone cannot hold.
Integration and Selection
Define layer sizes and products, choose basic SPZ or M/M-C variants, and size the vacuum source.
Use energy-saving regulation during holding.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Beverage | Bottle and can layers |
Food | Frozen goods layers |
Distribution | Mixed layer palletizing |
Glass | Jar layers |
Functional Uses
Layer palletizing
Depalletizing
Mixed product handling
Frozen goods handling
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Handles many product types
No changeover
Skirt for gaps
Energy-saving regulation
Limitations
Large system
Specs not on A3
Requires layer patterns
Who Should Consider the Schmalz SPZ Layer Gripping System?
SPZ suits layer palletizing and depalletizing in distribution.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Schmalz prices the SPZ 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 SPZ Layer Gripping System FAQ
What does SPZ handle?
Layers of boxes, bottles, cans, jars and sacks.
Can it handle frozen goods?
Yes, chilled and frozen products.
Does it need gripper changes?
No, not for order changes.
What creates the global vacuum?
A skirt around the layer.
Can clamps be added?
Yes, pneumatic or electric mechanical modules.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from Schmalz.
