COVAL

Vacuum Automation Solutions for Collaborative Robotics

For over thirty years, COVAL has led the way in vacuum automation technology. Headquartered in South-eastern France, the company provides cutting-edge vacuum-based solutions to clients across a wide range of industries worldwide. Their expertise spans product handling, food processing, packaging, and palletisation, making them a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficiency, reliability, and innovation.

Expertise in Vacuum Technology

COVAL designs and manufactures systems that use vacuum for lifting, holding, and transporting products with precision. Their solutions are applied across multiple sectors, including food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, logistics, and electronics. By combining advanced engineering with practical application, COVAL ensures every vacuum solution is tailored to the customer’s needs, resulting in enhanced productivity and improved operational safety.

With their experience in collaborative robotics, COVAL has become a market leader in integrating vacuum technology with cobots. This combination allows for safe, reliable, and flexible automation, supporting businesses in reducing labour costs while increasing throughput.

Collaborative Robotics and Cobot Applications

COVAL specialises in applications for collaborative robots, commonly referred to as cobots. These solutions are designed for environments where humans and robots work side by side. Using vacuum technology, cobots can pick, hold, and move objects of varying shapes and sizes without causing damage. This is particularly useful in delicate product handling, such as packaging food items, pharmaceuticals, or fragile industrial components.

Furthermore, COVAL’s vacuum solutions are modular and adaptable. This flexibility allows manufacturers to scale operations quickly and efficiently. Companies can implement automated systems with minimal disruption to existing workflows, increasing productivity almost immediately.

Custom Solutions for Industry-Specific Needs

Every COVAL system is designed with the customer in mind. They work closely with clients to understand specific requirements, including the types of products to be handled, production volumes, and available space. This ensures that every solution is optimised for maximum efficiency.

For example, in the food and beverage sector, COVAL’s vacuum handling systems allow for precise and hygienic movement of products. Meanwhile, in logistics and warehousing, their solutions enable rapid palletisation and depalletisation, improving speed and reducing error. In manufacturing, vacuum solutions facilitate component handling in assembly lines, reducing manual labour and increasing accuracy.

Easy Implementation with the COVAL App

To simplify the integration of new systems, COVAL has developed a user-friendly app for vacuum management. This application streamlines the configuration and monitoring of vacuum solutions, allowing operators to implement projects quickly without extensive training.

By using the app, users can control multiple vacuum circuits, adjust suction levels, and monitor system performance in real time. This digital approach enhances operational efficiency and provides actionable insights to optimise production workflows.

Choosing COVAL for vacuum automation brings several key advantages:

• Customised Solutions – Every system is engineered to meet the unique requirements of the customer.
• Increased Productivity – Automation reduces manual handling and accelerates production cycles.
• Safe and Reliable – Vacuum technology allows secure handling of delicate and varied products.
• Flexible Integration – Systems can be adapted to work with existing machinery and cobots.
• User-Friendly Operation – The COVAL app simplifies control and monitoring, reducing downtime.

These benefits demonstrate why businesses worldwide trust COVAL for their vacuum automation needs.

COVAL vacuum technology has been implemented in a broad spectrum of industries:

• Food and Beverage – Packaging, portioning, and palletising products while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Pharmaceuticals – Safe handling of delicate and sensitive components during production and packaging.
• Logistics and Warehousing – Palletisation, depalletisation, and conveyor handling for improved efficiency.
• Industrial Manufacturing – Assembly, component transfer, and part handling in automated production lines.
• Electronics – Safe manipulation of small, fragile, and precision components during assembly processes.

By serving multiple industries, COVAL demonstrates the versatility of its vacuum solutions and the reliability of its technology.

Commitment to Innovation and Support

COVAL has built its reputation on a commitment to innovation and customer support. Their engineering teams continuously research and develop new solutions to address evolving industry needs. Whether implementing a new cobot application or upgrading an existing system, COVAL ensures customers receive expert guidance and support.

Additionally, COVAL provides comprehensive after-sales service, including maintenance, spare parts supply, and technical support. This ongoing partnership ensures long-term operational reliability and maximises the return on investment for all clients.

At PSI, we are proud to partner with COVAL to provide world-class vacuum solutions for collaborative robots and industrial automation. Our team can help you select, install, and maintain the perfect system for your operations. By choosing PSI and COVAL, you benefit from:

• Expert advice on system design and implementation.
• Rapid sourcing and delivery of components and complete systems.
• Training and support for your operators and engineers.
• A tailored approach to optimise your production processes.

We ensure every COVAL system delivered through PSI meets the highest standards of performance, safety, and efficiency.

COVAL’s decades of experience in vacuum automation, combined with innovative solutions for cobots, make it a leader in its field. From handling delicate products to streamlining complex production lines, COVAL provides reliable, flexible, and efficient vacuum systems that improve productivity and reduce operational costs.

Pneumatics & Sensors Ireland are exclusive distributors in Ireland for all COVAL products and components. We have in-depth knowledge of all COVAL products and their applications, and can advise on any installation or replacement. To learn more, contact us today.