Vacuum equipment
If you're looking for the best products for your industrial vacuum system, SMC has just the solution. From our vacuum filters to our vacuum regulators and vacuum gripper systems, we're always aiming to increase efficiency, save energy and ensure high performance.
"SMC is a comprehensive solution provider dedicated to optimising performance, cost, energy efficiency and reliability."
Why choose SMC vacuum components for your system?
A good vacuum system is essential if you want to achieve the desired results in various applications. SMC can provide you with the optimal solution that's tailor-made to your needs. We have years of experience with vacuum equipment and applications and a wide range of products to meet all your requirements.
One of the benefits of a good vacuum system is that it can be both smart and efficient. SMC offers smart manifolds that provide precise control and communication that allows you to implement an energy efficient and predictive maintenance strategy.
Different types of vacuum components we offer at SMC
At SMC, we have a wide catalogue of vacuum products that can help you increase the efficiency of your system, save energy and ensure high performance.
Vacuum pads
The first step for any project with an industrial vacuum system is to understand your workpiece. SMC has a wide range of vacuum suction pads for different needs, such as flat, bellows, oval, nozzle, sponge or even non-contact types.
Vacuum ejectors
Whether you need to attach ejectors to moving robots, save air while generating vacuum or monitor your ejectors from a distance, SMC has the right vacuum ejector for you.
We have a wide range of ejectors to suit your needs, from simple and small ones to advanced energy efficient solutions with fieldbus communication and valve manifold control.
Vacuum filters
The presence of air contaminants can cause serious problems in your vacuum equipment. Our filters filter out the harmful particles that can shorten the service life of your components.
With our vacuum filters, you can extend the lifespan of your components and lower your maintenance costs.
Vacuum switches
If you want to monitor the performance of your vacuum installation, you need reliable sensors. Different applications require different types of sensors to measure various parameters, such as pressure, flow or vacuum level. That's why we have a wide range of sensors to meet your specific needs and help you optimise your vacuum system.
Vacuum regulators
With SMC's pressure regulators, you can easily and quickly control the air/vacuum pressure in your system. Our pressure regulators are light and compact so they don't take up much space. You can also communicate with them remotely through the network, change their settings or get data.
Vacuum gripper for collaborative robots
Industry needs automation to be flexible, easy to integrate and fast to operate. That's what collaborative robots - or cobots - can do with our vacuum gripper system. Our vacuum gripper system works well with cobots and helps them handle different tasks.
Vacuum sealing valve
Our vacuum valve makes it easy for you to change workpieces without switching operations. It can keep the vacuum pressure steady even when the vacuum pad is not holding anything. This can help you save energy and money in a simple and intuitive way.
Which industries can benefit from SMC vacuum components?
SMC vacuum components can benefit many industries that need reliable and efficient solutions for their applications. Some of the industries that use our vacuum products are:
How to configure the best industrial vacuum system?
To get the best performance from your vacuum handling system, you need to match it to your application. You should consider the weight and shape of your workpiece, the cycle time and stroke travel you want and the vacuum level, pad size and number you need.
As a point of note, while many manufacturers have yet to transition from 7-bar standard shop pressure, optimal vacuum operation takes place at an average of 4 bar. So, by accepting the challenge of a 4-bar factory, you can benefit your bottom line and the future of the planet without losing any efficiency.
If you need help configuring your vacuum system, you can use our vacuum components selector, or you can contact our experts for more advice on finding the right vacuum solution for you.
