Vacuum systems for industrial use
SMC provides customised solutions for superior industrial vacuum systems.
Our lineup includes vacuum air filters, regulators, and gripper systems, prioritizing efficiency, energy conservation, and optimal performance.
"SMC is dedicated to improving performance, cost-effectiveness, energy efficiency, and reliability as a holistic solution provider."
What sets SMC vacuum components apart as the optimal selection for your system?
An effective vacuum system is essential for success in diverse applications.
SMC provides personalised solutions, leveraging vast experience and a wide product range.
The intelligence and efficiency of a strong vacuum system are paramount.
SMC's intelligent manifolds provide accurate control and communication, facilitating energy-efficient strategies and predictive maintenance.
SMC offers a range of vacuum components in its product portfolio.
In the SMC Finland online catalogue, discover a wide range of vacuum products aimed at enhancing system efficiency, saving energy, and ensuring excellent performance.
Vacuum pads
The first step in any industrial vacuum system project is grasping your workpiece needs.
SMC provides a range of vacuum suction pads to meet diverse requirements, including flat, bellows, oval, nozzle, sponge, or non-contact types.
Pneumatic vacuum ejectors
Discover our selection of pneumatic vacuum ejectors, ideal for applications such as mobile robot integration, air conservation during vacuum generation, or remote monitoring.
From basic to advanced options, SMC provides energy-efficient solutions with fieldbus communication and valve manifold control, customised to your needs.
Vacuum air filters
Airborne contaminants can greatly affect the performance of vacuum equipment.
Our filters efficiently eliminate 90% of harmful particles, extending the lifespan of components, including water droplets or dust particles.
Use our vacuum air filters to increase component durability and decrease maintenance costs.
Vacuum switches
Reliable vacuum switches are crucial for effectively monitoring your vacuum system's performance.
Different applications require various types of vacuum sensors to measure parameters such as pressure, flow, or vacuum level.
That is why we provide a diverse range of vacuum switches and sensors tailored to your specific needs, helping optimize your vacuum system.
Vacuum regulators
SMC's vacuum regulators provide quick and easy control of air/vacuum pressure in your system.
Compact and lightweight, they take up minimal space. Moreover, you can remotely communicate with them through the network, adjusting settings or accessing data as required.
Vacuum gripper for cobots
In modern industry, automation needs to be flexible, seamlessly integrated, and fast. This is exactly what collaborative robots, or cobots, accomplish with our vacuum gripper system.
Our vacuum grippers for cobots empower them to efficiently perform a variety of tasks.
Which industries can benefit from SMC vacuum components?
SMC vacuum products provide reliable and efficient solutions across a wide range of industries. Some sectors using our vacuum components include:
How to enhance the configuration of your industrial vacuum system?
Drawing on decades of experience and technical know-how, our vacuum experts delineate four simple steps to improve the efficiency of an industrial vacuum system:
Reduce the operational pressure to 4 bars
It is essential to highlight that although many manufacturers still use the standard 7-bar shop pressure, optimal vacuum performance is achieved at approximately 4 bars.
Taking on this 4-bar factory challenge can be advantageous for both your financials and the environment, all while maintaining efficiency.
Choose a suction cup with a larger diameter
Instead of increasing the feed pressure, contemplate using a suction cup with a larger diameter.
Pneumatic vacuum ejectors with high energy efficiency
These pneumatic vacuum ejectors can potentially reduce energy consumption by up to 90%.
Intelligent vacuum system control
At SMC, we deliver efficient and intelligent solutions that ensure precise control and communication, facilitating the adoption of predictive maintenance and condition-based maintenance (CBM) strategies.
What steps are involved in creating a vacuum system that delivers exceptional performance?
Knowing how to improve the performance of the vacuum system enables the customization of an efficient configuration for the particular application. This entails considering:
- Workpiece mass and geometry
- Workpiece surface quality
- Cycle time and path preferences
- Vacuum level, suction cup dimensions, and quantity needed
To configure your vacuum system, use our vacuum component selector tool or consult our experts for personalised guidance in choosing the perfect vacuum solution for your requirements.
