Schmalz Introduces Time-Saving Online Tool for Spring Plunger Design

Small or large, ESD-compatible or not – the FSTIm/FSTImc spring plungers can now be easily configured online.

(IN BRIEF) Schmalz, a leading provider of automation solutions, has introduced an online configurator for its FSTIm and FSTImc spring plungers. These spring plungers are widely used in sensitive industries like electronics and pharmaceuticals. The new tool allows designers and engineers to customize spring plunger solutions quickly and accurately by selecting various options such as plunger strokes, vacuum connection types, versions, suction cup types, or threaded connections. The online configurator streamlines the design process and ensures that each spring plunger solution meets specific plant automation requirements.

(PRESS RELEASE) GLATTEN, Germany, 28-Nov-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — J. Schmalz GmbH, the market leader in vacuum automation and ergonomic handling solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its new online configurator for the FSTIm and FSTImc spring plungers. This innovative tool empowers companies to design and customize spring plunger solutions tailored to their specific plant automation needs quickly and effortlessly.

Spring plungers have proven invaluable in various industries, including electronics, pharmaceuticals, and clean room applications. Their responsive springs delicately handle sensitive workpieces while offering exceptional positioning accuracy when combined with flat suction grippers. These compact spring plungers are designed to seamlessly fit into tight assembly lines, enhancing overall efficiency. Furthermore, the internal spring and reduced tubing, particularly in the profile version of the FSTImc, minimize particle generation, resulting in significantly shorter installation and maintenance times. Even surfaces with height tolerances pose no challenge for these compact powerhouses, thanks to their responsive movement and cartridge-like design.

To streamline the automation system design process and mitigate potential errors, Schmalz introduces the FSTIm/FSTImc spring plunger configurator. Designers and engineers can now save valuable time during development by using this user-friendly online tool. With just a few clicks, users can select from various plunger strokes, vacuum connection types, versions, suction cup types, or threaded connections. The configurator also supports essential features like ESD protection in the respective variants. Once configured, the complete spring plunger solution, including mounting elements and suction cups, can be seamlessly integrated into the planning process through CAD models.

Schmalz’s new online configurator is a game-changer for companies seeking tailor-made solutions for plant automation. It not only simplifies the design process but also enhances precision, ensuring that every spring plunger solution meets the unique requirements of each application.

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