Industrial vacuum systems
For premium industrial vacuum system solutions, SMC provides customized options. Our selection includes vacuum air filters, vacuum regulators, and vacuum gripper systems, all aimed at boosting efficiency, saving energy and delivering top performance.
SMC is committed to enhancing performance, cost-effectiveness, energy efficiency, and reliability as a comprehensive solution provider.
Why vacuum products from SMC are the best solution for you
SMC offers customised solutions engineered to meet your needs, with high expertise and a diverse product portfolio. A key advantage of a robust vacuum system lies in its intelligence and efficiency. SMC's smart manifolds offer precise control and communication, enabling the implementation of energy-efficient strategies and predictive maintenance.
Various vacuum products available at SMC
In our product catalogue, you will discover a wide range of vacuum solutions developed to improve system efficiency, save energy and ensure reliable performance.
Vacuum pads
SMC offers a diverse selection of vacuum suction pads to various requirements, including flat, bellows, oval, nozzle, sponge, or non-contact types.
Pneumatic vacuum ejectors
Explore our range of pneumatic vacuum ejectors. Whether for mobile robot integration, air conservation during vacuum generation, or remote monitoring, SMC offers the perfect solution.
Our selection spans from basic to advanced, featuring energy-efficient options with fieldbus communication and valve manifold control, designed to your requirements.
Vacuum air filters
Airborne contaminants can affect the performance of vacuum products.
Our filters effectively remove 90% harmful particles (including water droplets or dust particles), extending the life of components.
Use our vacuum air filters to enhance component longevity and reduce maintenance expenses.
Vacuum switches
For effective monitoring of your vacuum system's performance, dependable vacuum switches are essential.
Different applications require different types of vacuum sensors to measure parameters such as pressure, flow or vacuum level.
That is why we offer a wide range of vacuum switches and sensors to meet your unique requirements and help optimise your vacuum system.
Vacuum pressure regulators
SMC's vacuum regulators offer simple control over air/vacuum pressure in your system.
Compact and lightweight, you can remotely communicate with them via the network, adjusting settings or accessing data as needed.
Vacuum gripper for cobots
In modern industry, automation needs to be flexible, seamlessly incorporated, and swiftly executed. This is precisely what collaborative robots, or cobots, achieve with our vacuum gripper system.
Our vacuum grippers for cobots enable them to efficiently undertake various tasks.
Which industries can profit from SMC vacuum products?
SMC vacuum products offer dependable and effective solutions across various industries. Some examples of industries that use our vacuum elements include:
How to optimise your industrial vacuum system configuration?
Our vacuum experts, leveraging decades of experience and technical expertise, outline four straightforward steps to enhance the efficiency of an industrial vacuum system:
Lower the operating pressure to 4 bars
It is worth noting that while many manufacturers still operate on the standard 7-bar shop pressure, optimal vacuum performance occurs at around 4 bar.
Embracing this 4-bar factory challenge can benefit both your bottom line and the environment, without sacrificing efficiency.
Choose a larger suction cup diameter
Rather than raising the pressure, consider using a larger suction cup diameter.
Energy-efficient pneumatic vacuum ejectors
These ejectors have the potential to decrease energy usage by as much as 90%.
Smart vacuum system management
At SMC, we provide effective and smart solutions that offer accurate control and communication, enabling the implementation of predictive maintenance and condition-based maintenance (CBM) strategies.
How to establish a high-performing vacuum system?
Understanding how to improve vacuum systems' performance allows for efficient configuration tailored to the specific application. This involves considering:
- Workpiece weight and shape
- Surface finish of the workpiece
- Desired cycle time and path
- Required vacuum level, size, and quantity of suction cups
For assistance in configuring your vacuum system, utilize our vacuum components selector tool, or reach out to our experts for personalised advice on selecting the ideal vacuum solution for your needs.
