Advanced Joulin Vacuum Handling Solutions for Smarter Automation
From robotic end-of-arm tooling to complete gantry systems, Joulin delivers advanced vacuum handling solutions designed to lift, move and optimise modern production environments.
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Trusted globally for over 60 years, Joulin combines engineering precision with industry-proven foam vacuum technology to solve complex material-handling challenges across timber, packaging, logistics and manufacturing.
The Inventors of the Foam Vacuum Gripper
Founded in 1959, Joulin built its foundation on engineering excellence before redefining the industry in 1968 with the invention of the world’s first foam vacuum gripper. This breakthrough technology set a new standard for safe, reliable and efficient material handling.
Since then, Joulin has evolved from specialist grippers to a full suite of automation solutions. Joulin systems are used across timber processing, packaging, logistics and advanced manufacturing in over 60 countries. As part of the Piab Group, Joulin combines specialist vacuum expertise with the scale, innovation and global support of one of the world’s leading automation companies.
Industries
Timber
Packaging
Logistics and Warehousing
Food and Beverage
The Joulin Advantage
Industry-leading innovation
Decades of innovation and a trusted name in industrial automation.
Handles multiple product types with ease
From timber and sheet materials to cartons, pallets and irregular items.
Reliable lifting on difficult surfaces
Foam vacuum technology grips porous, uneven or warped surfaces.
Reduced maintenance and lower operating costs
Durable, easy to serivice, and energy efficient.
Backed by the global strength of Piab Group
Specialist vacuum-handling expertise backed by a global automation leader.
Exclusive local support
Covering site assessment, application advice, installation, commissioning and ongoing support with Pneumatic Products.
Handling Applications
Joulin systems are designed for high-performance material-handling across a wide range of industries and automation environments.
Handling of Cartons
Joulin picks up / release individual cartons or zones . Pick and place different size cartons. Multiple product dimensions.
Handling of Glass Jars
Joulin handles open top or sealed glass jars. Layers may be uneven or have random spacing. Handling of complete or partial layers
Palletising Layers of Cans
Joulin handles open top or sealed cans Multiple diameters possible. Better than magnetic tooling.
Handling Wrapped Products
Palletising or depalletising layers of wrapped packaged, over-packaged products in the middle or end of the production line.
Handling of Bags
Stacking or unstacking of bags containing cement, chips, granules, etc.
Handling Building Products
Grippers not affected by dust. No damage to product.
Timber Industry Applications
Supplying the wood industry with standard gantry robots that utilise advanced check valve technology to lift partial or complete layers of random dimensions using a single gripper and zero adjustments.
CLT Panels
Handling of transverse and longitudinal layers for panel composition.
Increase productivity and profitability of your manufacturing process.
Infeed / Outfeed of Production Lines
Infeed or outfeed moulder, sander, rip saws, gang rip saw, cross-cut saw, etc.
Stack and destack timber planks, wood boards, panels, and glue beams.
Sticking / Desticking Before or After a Dry Kiln
Our vacuum grippers are perfect for sticking or desticking before or after a woodworking machine
In order to feed your machines, integrate a reliable Joulin (de)sticking machine.
Outfeed of Band Saw
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Products: Robotic Automation
MINIGRIP
From Ø 25mm to Ø 70mm for round MG and from 20x80mm to 40x100mm for rectangular. Easy to retrofit on existing cups or existing pump system
SAFE & LIGHT
Gripper for robots thanks to its reduced weight and all-foam design.
FLEXIGRIP
Available in 4 formats 80 mm square and round 100 mm round and 120 mm square. Easy to adjust and upgradable depending on your needs
EXTRUGRIP
All Joulin’s technology in an aluminum profile, adaptable in length up to 3000mm
PLUG & PICK
If the Flexigrip is too small for your needs, Plug and Pick is the way to go. Quick connect 10mm compressed air connections
VALUE GRIPPER
The best gripper to pick up single products or some side by side with at least 70% of the surface cover. Power adjustable depend on the porosity of the products
BAG HANDLER
Pick up bags or other shrink wrapped products. Sized to fit your bags
PALLETISER PRO
Gripping power remains constant whether single parts or entire layers. Adjustable lifting capacity
CUSTOM GRIPPER
Joulin provides fully custom, low-maintenance End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) designed with advanced Griptech™ and Wave System™ technology
Products: Timber Industry
Handling Standard Gantry Robots – 150T to 5000T
Joulin’s range of standard gantry robots offers versatile stacking and destacking capabilities, utilising advanced Wave System™ grippers to seamlessly handle individual timbers or complete layers without manual adjustments.
Engineered to withstand harsh, moisture- and dust-heavy environments, these flexible systems easily integrate into various sawmill and kiln processing lines with optional configurations like dual-axis bridges and rotating grippers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Joulin foam vacuum technology work?
Joulin foam vacuum technology uses a specialised porous foam surface to distribute suction evenly across the load. This allows the system to securely grip materials with irregular, porous, or uneven surfaces where traditional vacuum cups struggle. The result is a more stable and reliable lift with reduced risk of product drop or damage.
Can Joulin grippers be integrated into existing robotic systems?
Yes. Joulin grippers are designed for integration with a wide range of robotic and automation systems, including industrial robots, gantry systems and palletising cells. They can be adapted to suit existing production lines with minimal disruption, depending on application requirements.
How much maintenance do Joulin products require?
Joulin systems are designed for low-maintenance operation in demanding industrial environments. Their robust construction and simplified vacuum design reduce the need for frequent servicing, while key components are built for long service life.
Features like the EasyFoam process also help streamline maintenance by making foam replacement quick and straightforward, reducing downtime and keeping systems operating efficiently.
Is Joulin supported locally in Australia?
Yes. Joulin systems are exclusively distributed and supported in Australia by Pneumatic Products. This provides local access to technical expertise, application support, spare parts and servicing, backed by the global engineering strength of the Piab Group.
How does Joulin improve efficiency in material handling operations?
Joulin systems improve efficiency by enabling faster, more reliable automated handling of a wide range of materials. Their ability to grip inconsistent surfaces reduces downtime caused by mis-picks or product drops, while their low-maintenance design and energy-efficient operation help optimise overall production throughput.
Why work with Pneumatic Products?
Pneumatic Products specialises in face-to-face and onsite support, working directly with customers to understand their application and recommend the right solution. Our Sydney-based team provides local expertise with a friendly, family-driven approach, regularly travelling across Australia to support projects wherever they’re needed.
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