Automation technology for cars, airplanes and the like

From planning, design and implementation to commissioning, maintenance and on-site service: As a leading global manufacturer of automation, machine and damping components and an expert in process technology, we are very familiar with the requirements and processes of the automotive, two and three wheeler, railway vehicle, aviation and shipping industries. Our products stand out thanks to their quality and durability and therefore meet the high standards of the mobility industry. A broad product portfolio of handling technology components, robotics, damping technology, clamping and braking technology, machine tooling technology and industrial communication as well as system solutions such as mobile robotics or gripping systems make us an important partner for numerous well-known companies.

Would you like to find out more about how we can  support you? We look forward to continued successful collaboration with you!

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Maximum process reliability for maximum productivity and competitiveness
High-quality materials and state-of-the-art finishing processes for top quality, reliability and a long service life
Maximum performance level with the highest level of security
Energy efficiency in production and application
Over 40 years of know-how and expertise
Technical cleanliness
System landscape for the entire value chain
Suitable for use under the most adverse environmental conditions in accordance with its IP protection class
AUTOMOTIVE
Almost all well-known automotive manufacturers and suppliers as well as their systems manufacturers and system integrators already rely on components and systems from the Zimmer Group. It does not matter which product has to be handled: Crankshaft, camshaft, stator, rotor or battery pack. The Zimmer Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of automation solutions for all processes and applications, whether powertrain or drivetrain.
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TWO AND THREE WHEELERS
Components, assemblies or systems – the Zimmer Group is the specialist when it comes to the automation of production processes in two and three wheeler manufacturing. Our products stand out thanks to their durability and functionality, making them an important building block for cost-effective production.
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RAILWAY VEHICLES
Automation solutions from the Zimmer Group are also in demand in rail and railroad technology. Our standardized grippers for handling railroad wheels or axles and many other individual solutions make us the industry expert for handling heavy components.
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SHIPBUILDING
When processes and systems are automated in shipbuilding, cost-effective solutions are required. We are experts in solving complex automation tasks and are able to implement your technical requirements quickly and efficiently in customized products. We use our cross-industry know-how to optimize production and save costs.
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AVIATION AND AEROSPACE
Our extensive expertise and experience from numerous projects with our customers make us automation experts for the aviation and aerospace industry. We are familiar with the high quality and safety standards that are placed on components and processes in this industry.
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1. AUTOMOTIVE
Almost all well-known automotive manufacturers and suppliers as well as their systems manufacturers and system integrators already rely on components and systems from the Zimmer Group. It does not matter which product has to be handled: Crankshaft, camshaft, stator, rotor or battery pack. The Zimmer Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of automation solutions for all processes and applications, whether powertrain or drivetrain.
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2. TWO AND THREE WHEELERS
Components, assemblies or systems – the Zimmer Group is the specialist when it comes to the automation of production processes in two and three wheeler manufacturing. Our products stand out thanks to their durability and functionality, making them an important building block for cost-effective production.
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3. RAILWAY VEHICLES
Automation solutions from the Zimmer Group are also in demand in rail and railroad technology. Our standardized grippers for handling railroad wheels or axles and many other individual solutions make us the industry expert for handling heavy components.
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4. SHIPBUILDING
When processes and systems are automated in shipbuilding, cost-effective solutions are required. We are experts in solving complex automation tasks and are able to implement your technical requirements quickly and efficiently in customized products. We use our cross-industry know-how to optimize production and save costs.
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5. AVIATION AND AEROSPACE
Our extensive expertise and experience from numerous projects with our customers make us automation experts for the aviation and aerospace industry. We are familiar with the high quality and safety standards that are placed on components and processes in this industry.
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References

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series MGH8000

Flat Swivel Units
Series SF-C

  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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3-Jaw Concentric Grippers
Series GD300

  • Extremely robust T-Slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
  • Available with optional dust cover for use at extreme conditions
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2. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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3. 3-jaw concentric grippers
  • Extremely robust T-Slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
  • Available with optional dust cover for use at extreme conditions
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Gripper for connecting rods

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers
Series GP400

  • High gripping force as a result of optimal direction change of driving force into gripping force
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • High gripping force as a result of optimal direction change of driving force into gripping force
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Gripper for coupling housings

Flat Swivel Units
Series SF-C

  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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1. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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System reference
Gripper for crankshafts

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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Gripper for crankshafts

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series MGH8000

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Gripper for crankshafts

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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Gripper for cylinder heads

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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Flat Swivel Units
Series SF-C

  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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2. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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System reference
Gripper for cylinder heads

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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Swivel Jaws
Series SBZ

  • Integrated shock absorbers for adjustable end position damping
  • Multi-way ball bearing for high torque capacity
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Flat Swivel Units
Series SF-C

  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
more
1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
more
2. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Integrated shock absorbers for adjustable end position damping
  • Multi-way ball bearing for high torque capacity
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3. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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System reference
Gripper for cylinder heads

Flat Swivel Units
Series SF-C

  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
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2-Jaw Parallel Grippers
Series GP400

  • High gripping force as a result of optimal direction change of driving force into gripping force
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Swivel Jaws
Series SBZ

  • Integrated shock absorbers for adjustable end position damping
  • Multi-way ball bearing for high torque capacity
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1. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Smooth power absoption due to hydraulic shock absorber with spiral groove technology
  • Torque up to 130 Nm
  • Compact flat swivel units with 3 positions available
more
2. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • High gripping force as a result of optimal direction change of driving force into gripping force
more
3. Swivel and rotary modules
  • Integrated shock absorbers for adjustable end position damping
  • Multi-way ball bearing for high torque capacity
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System reference
Gripper for differential housings

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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System reference
Gripper for rims

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GH6000

  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Direct drive synchronized via gear wheel
  • T-slot guide for maximum forces and moments capacity
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System reference
Gripper for wheel carriers

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers with Long Stroke
Series GEH6000IL

  • Mechanically self locking in case of power drop
  • IO-Link on board
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Mechanically self locking in case of power drop
  • IO-Link on board
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Component reference
IO-Link gripper for radial shaft seals
  • Robot flange with partial mounting circle in accordance with EN ISO 9409-1
  • Very high handling weight up to 300 kg
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  • Robot flange with partial mounting circle in accordance with EN ISO 9409-1
  • Very high handling weight up to 300 kg
Component reference
WWR in the body shop
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Gripper for axle
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Gripper for axles
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Gripper for combustion engine
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Gripper for crankcases
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Gripper for crankcases
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Gripper for crankshafts
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Gripper for cylinder heads
System reference
Gripper for flywheel
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Gripper for railway wheels
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Gripper for rigid axle
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Gripper for rims
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Tires, rims and wheels

Components for the production of cars, airplanes and the like


System solutions for mobility

As the KNOW-HOW FACTORY, the Zimmer Group combines various technology areas such as handling, robotics, vacuum, machining, damping and clamping and braking technology under one roof and develops customized solutions for automation tasks worldwide in the age of digital transformation. We draw on a wealth of experience in the mobility market and create system solutions for individual challenges as well as industry standards.


FAQ – frequently asked questions and answers

Which automation solutions does the Zimmer Group offer?

With an extensive and innovative portfolio, the Zimmer Group unites six technology areas under one roof:

  • Handling technology: Components such as swivel units, grippers and robot accessories as standard or semi-standard solutions.
  • Damping technology: Industrial and soft close shock absorbers for safely decelerating and braking all types of movements.
  • Machine tooling technology: Single components such as motor spindles, zero-point clamping and transport systems.
  • Clamping and breaking technology: Clamping and braking elements for positioning, holding and braking for a wide range of applications.
  • System technology: Customer-specific solutions combined from all technology areas.
  • Process technology: Economic series production of products made from metal, plastic or elastomers.

There are also software services that make it easier for your production to take the step towards the smart factory. Digital Services are not just an additional customer service; they are conscious digital and technological enhancements to our products in order to meet the increasing demands of the global market. With our individual solutions, we are an important partner for numerous well-known companies from various areas of the mobility sector. 

For whom is production automation in the mobility sector worthwhile?

Automation solutions can help companies regardless of their size in the mobility industry to increase the efficiency and productivity of their production processes, improve the quality of their products and increase the sustainability of their mobility solutions. This includes tasks such as assembly, painting, quality control and packaging. We offer solutions for small and medium-sized companies, but are also an automation partner in plant engineering. Whether and which solution is the right one for you depends on your application and the respective framework conditions, which we will be happy to examine and analyze together with you.

What are the advantages of these automation solutions?

Zimmer Group products help you to increase the efficiency and productivity of your production processes, improve the quality of your products and increase safety for the user and the machine – while always keeping an eye on sustainability and environmental compatibility.

I have a specific request. How can I get in touch?

Are you looking for a specific product or would you like specific advice on an application? With our extensive sales network at numerous locations worldwide, we are always there for you personally. Get in touch with us right now!

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