{"id":93977,"date":"2024-07-09T14:55:45","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T12:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/?p=93977"},"modified":"2024-07-09T14:38:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T12:38:01","slug":"vacuum-generator-for-pick-and-place","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/en\/vakuumerzeuger-fuer-pick-and-place\/","title":{"rendered":"Vacuum generator for pick-and-place"},"content":{"rendered":"

Multi-stage vacuum generators from SMC's ZL series are suitable for pick-and-place applications in various industries. With the IO-Link extension, processes run more reliably and efficiently. The ZL3\/ZL6 models combine high suction power and low weight.<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

In many places, modern pick-and-place applications require small, lightweight and powerful vacuum generators that perform reliably with both large workpieces and moving robot parts. To Processes, security and connectivity<\/strong> to further improve the quality of its products, automation specialist SMC<\/a> has now equipped the two multi-stage vacuum generators ZL3\/ZL6 of its ZL series with an IO-Link interface.<\/p>\n

Both models also score points with a maximum suction volume flow of 300 l\/min (ZL3) and 600 l\/min (ZL6) and are completed by the ZL1 model (100 l\/min, ANR in each case). The IO-Link communication increases the degree of automation and process reliability<\/strong> In addition to remote monitoring and data utilisation in real time, malfunctions can also be detected more quickly. All in all, the ZL series is an economical all-round solution that also helps to reduce application errors and IT costs thanks to the IO-Link extension.<\/p>

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As before, the high suction power shortens cycle times and therefore increases output, while the low weight enables lightweight machine designs. In short, the ZL series provides flexible all-round vacuum generators for Industry 4.0 - which simultaneously save space, weight and costs while increasing efficiency, safety and connectivity.<\/p>\n

Control with sensor monitoring<\/h2>\n

In use, the IO-Link extension of the ZL series enables better control of device status and production processes. Thanks to sensor monitoring, malfunctions can be detected more quickly, which is a plus for process reliability. If required, vacuum generation can also be controlled remotely via optional pilot valves that can be mounted on the housing. This allows the Compressed air supply switched off on the control side<\/strong> which reduces energy costs. The already reduced weight compared to previous models (e.g. by 44 per cent for ZL3\/390 g compared to the previous ZL212\/700 g) ensures a lower moment of inertia when using the vacuum generator in moving applications (e.g. robot arm). In addition, this enables the design of particularly small and cost-effective machines<\/strong>.<\/p>