Logistics Handling with Schmalz: Vacuum Technology Tailored for a Fast-Moving World

The logistics industry stands as a cornerstone of economic growth. Fueled by globalization and e-commerce, this sector is booming—but so are the challenges. Irregularly shaped packages, varying product surfaces, unpredictable pallet loads, and ever-tightening timelines demand smarter, faster, and safer handling solutions. That’s where Schmalz leads the way, offering advanced vacuum handling technology engineered to meet the unique needs of logistics operations.

The Growing Complexity of Logistics

Today’s logistics environments must accommodate:

• Products of different shapes, weights, and materials
• Layers of goods that vary in size and density
• High-frequency manual and automated handling
• Pressure to reduce workplace injuries and maintain throughput

Standard gripping tools simply can't keep up. But Schmalz has developed a flexible and future-ready solution portfolio to meet these challenges head-on.

Flexible Handling with Vacuum Layer Gripping Systems

Schmalz’s vacuum layer gripping systems allow warehouses to handle entire product layers—safely, precisely, and automatically. These systems:

• Adapt to different layer structures and product sizes
• Generate a strong and secure hold, even on irregular or hard-to-grip surfaces
• Use a modular design to enable tailored solutions for each customer’s unique application

This allows mixed-product palletizing and depalletizing without the need for product uniformity, increasing versatility and automation potential across facilities.

Automated Palletizing & Depalletizing

Schmalz offers universal vacuum gripping systems ideal for automating pallet handling tasks. Whether gripping entire layers or individual items, Schmalz technology ensures:

• Seamless adaptability to changing product properties
• Reliable performance with permeable or deformable materials
• Streamlined operations across diverse product mixes on a single pallet

From large-scale gripping to vacuum area gripping systems for smaller formats, Schmalz empowers automation systems to function with minimal changeover and maximum uptime.

Why Schmalz?

Schmalz combines deep industry expertise with a modular, customer-specific approach to vacuum automation. Their solutions are:

• Scalable to meet small operations or large-scale logistics hubs
• Versatile to handle any product surface, shape, or weight
• Ergonomic to reduce worker fatigue and boost output
• Reliable for high-speed, high-volume automation lines

Power Your Logistics with Schmalz

As logistics demands grow more complex, businesses need a partner that can deliver both performance and flexibility. With Schmalz vacuum handling systems, you gain the ability to automate where possible and simplify where necessary—all while maintaining the speed, safety, and adaptability your operation depends on.

Discover how Schmalz can transform your warehouse or distribution center. From automated gripping to ergonomic lifters, there's a solution tailored for your toughest logistics challenges. Shop Schmalz online at automationdistribution.com or contact us at 1-888-600-3080 to schedule an exploratory call about how Schmalz fits your application.