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As UK distributors for the complete VMECA range of vacuum handling products, Simmatic is pleased to highlight the VMECA VGRIP (G130 Series). Powerful vacuum handling – a versatile vacuum gripper designed to deliver dependable handling across a wide range of industrial applications.

Powerful Vacuum Handling for Metal Plates & Sheets

The VGRIP G130 Series has been developed to provide high-stability handling of products with different shapes, sizes and surface characteristics. For metal plates and sheet components, the gripper’s flexible sealing foam conforms closely to smooth and even oily surfaces. This helps create a broad contact area and rapid vacuum build-up, providing strong holding force and helping maintain accurate positioning during automated pick-and-place operations. Take a look at the VGRIP G130 in action ….

VMECA VGRIPS’s

Well suited to demanding applications including:

Foods and Packaging

Metal fabrication & sheet metal handling

Porous & uneven materials

Robotic pick-and-place systems

Palletising & Logistics

Flexible Handling Across Different Applications

One of the key advantages of the VGRIP is its ability to handle products that vary considerably in shape, size and surface characteristics.
The flexible, durable EPDM sponge sealing foam allows the gripper to accommodate both even and uneven surfaces. It can also be used when handling porous materials, making it a flexible solution for manufacturers looking to handle multiple products with a single vacuum system.
VGRIP’s are integrated with VMECA’s highly efficient vacuum cartridge, helping to deliver the vacuum performance required for reliable automated handling.

Adjustable Vacuum Control

The G130 Series can also be specified with an adjustable check valve, giving you the flexibility to tailor the flow setting to your application. The valve offers off, low, medium, high and max flow settings, giving you greater control over vacuum flow and allowing you to optimise the gripper for different products and handling requirements.

Designed for Easy Installation and Low Maintenance

Alongside its vacuum performance, the VGRIP combines practicality with a robust, lightweight design.

Its lightweight, durable aluminium body frame provides strength while helping minimise additional weight on robotic systems. Integrated slots make installation straightforward, while the low-maintenance design helps reduce servicing requirements and keeps downtime to a minimum – helping keep automated production moving.

Key VGRIP G130 Series Benefits

– Versatile handling: Suitable for products with different shapes and sizes, including porous materials
– Flexible sealing foam: EPDM sponge pad provides excellent grip on even and uneven surfaces
– Application specific vacuum cups: An alternative option offered, dependant on the solution required
– Adjustable check valve: Five flow settings from off to max
– Lightweight construction: Durable aluminium body frame
– Easy installation: Integrated mounting slots simplify fitting
– Low maintenance: Designed for dependable, efficient operation

Flexible Vacuum Handling Solutions from VMECA

Simmatic are UK distributors for the complete VMECA range of vacuum handling products. If you’d like to find out whether the powerful vacuum handling of the VGRIP G130 Series is suitable for your application, contact the Simmatic team to discuss ALL your vacuum handling requirements.

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📧 email: sales@simmatic.co.uk
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