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The high-precision MINIRAIL miniature guideway from SCHNEEBERGER is small in size, but large in terms of its possibilities. MINIRAIL is a high-tech linear bearing that will impress you with its precision, robustness and versatility. Expandable if required with an integral measuring system and long-term lubrication. Customer benefits MINIRAILS are perfectly suited miniature guideways to achieve the highest accuracy in the tightest of spaces. The accelerations possible go up to 300 m/s2 with a maximum speed of 5 m/s. Through a combination with the integrated MINISCALE PLUS distance measuring system, the "Guide" and "Measure" functions can be ideally linked to each other on a compact scale. As an additional option, maintenance effort can be minimized with the integrated LUBE-S long-term lubrication. Minimal design planning The MINISCALE PLUS is a compact measuring system is already integrated into the SCHNEEBERGER MINIRAIL miniature guideway. This eliminates the need for a separate…

Gear racks from SCHNEEBERGER offer significant advantages both commercially and technically as a standard or special version – with a product length of up to 3 meters, a wide range of configurations and various accuracy classes. Challenge As a drive concept for complex linear motions in which high forces must be transmitted precisely and reliably, straight or helical tooth rack gear racks from SCHNEEBERGER offer a proven solution. Using individual grinding, hardening and positioning processes, the optimum solution is achieved for any application with comprehensive technical expertise. This enables SCHNEEBERGER to meet the constantly growing demand for standard and customized gear racks for a wide range of applications in numerous industries. Solutions A wide range of applications are possible, such as: Moving a machine tool gantry weighing several tons linearly, to positioning a laser cutting head at top speed or driving a buckling arm robot with maximum precision for welding…

Of the six finalists, SCHNEEBERGER from Roggwil (Switzerland) achieved fourth place in the Prix SVC Espace Mittelland 2019. Six companies emerged as winners from a field of 200 regional companies during a multi-stage selection process and presented their submissions to 1400 guests in the Bern Kursaal. The fourth prize was awarded to SCHNEEBERGER. Watch the movie of SCHNEEBERGER AG Lineartechnik --> Click here

SCHNEEBERGER offers individual components and complete positioning systems for solutions in linear motion technology. If a customer wants an integrated solution instead of only linear tracks for installation, SCHNEEBERGER develops the complete positioning system for the end application based on the customer's specifications. Customer benefits SCHNEEBERGER has created systems for major industries and global companies for more than 30 years. You can rely on our engineering experience and expertise designing and developing positioning systems for demanding applications in the semiconductor industry, in medical technology, in the optics industry and in microscopy. Completely integrated positioning system This is how the Open Frame XY positioning system shown in the image on the left was created. The customer wanted a completely integrated positioning system. This includes the mechanical components, such as the structural parts and linear tracks, as well as the electronic controller…

SCHNEEBERGER MONORAIL MR profiled guideways with rollers are especially suitable for handling high loads in the machine tool industry. Workpieces weighing up to 150 tonnes can be transported with high precision on machines equipped with them. Customer benefits The SCHNEEBERGER MONORAIL MR profiled guideways series, available in six sizes with rail cross-sections from 25 to 100 mm, is the right solution for a wide variety of applications and weight classes in machine tools and production centers. For the high-precision transportation of relatively large loads in milling machines, lathes, boring machines or grinding machines, MONORAIL MR profiled guideways feature outstanding loading capacity and strength – for everything from large motor production and power plant engineering to aerospace engineering and other areas of heavy mechanical engineering. 4S - New carriage design MONORAIL MR profiled guideways – like all other SCHNEEBERGER products – are being improved all the time to…

MINISLIDE MSQscale is an innovative measuring system that's integrated into the tried-and-tested SCHNEEBERGER MINISLIDE MSQ miniature guideway. The system combines the functions "guiding" and "measuring" in a compact manner. Its resolution corresponds to 0.1 µm. Customer benefits With its extraordinary MINISLIDE MSQscale innovation, SCHNEEBERGER combines guiding and measuring functions that offer maximum precision. The integrated measuring system enables the use of extremely compact applications in the semiconductor industry, the optics, biotechnology, medical technology, and measuring technology sectors, in lab automation and micro-automation, in the robotics and surface finishing industries, and in many other business sectors as well. Designs and assembly processes are simplified considerably, whereby MSQscale is still able to meet the most stringent technical requirements. The measuring system is available for the complete MINISLIDE MSQ product range. Highly cost-effective The…

SCHNEEBERGER MINISLIDE MSQ embodies the latest generation of miniature guideways for the most demanding applications. They are extremely robust and prove themselves in every application with their high friction movement, precision and strength. Formula 1 of the miniature guide systems "When it comes to acceleration and precise control, are you more likely to opt for the Formula 1 or a classic race car?" A manufacturer of innovative laser deflecting units used in various applications opted for the Formula 1: In this case, the SCHNEEBERGER MINISLIDE MSQ miniature guide system. Advantages of MINISLIDE MSQ To increase the efficiency of additive manufacturing (AM), the laser process must be developed to be increasingly dynamic and precise. This requires a rail system that positions the optics and sensors of the module extremely quickly, but highly accurately. The MINISLIDE MSQ guide system meets these requirements perfectly. Meets the highest requirements MINISLIDE MSQ meets the highest…

Schneeberger AG Lineartechnik (SRO), Schweiz, hat sich 2016 auf den Weg gemacht, die Toyota KATA flächendeckend einzuführen. Diese Transformation ist nicht zu unterschätzen und braucht Mut, Systematik, Menschlichkeit und Durchhaltevermögen.

Mit der Einführung eines Lean-Managementsystems hat sich die Schneeberger Lineartechnik AG fit gemacht für die Zukunft. Dass diese Massnahme geholfen hat, den 15. Januar 2015 genauso abzufedern wie eine konjunkturelle Delle im vorigen Jahr, verdeutlicht die Bedeutung schlanker Prozesse. Im TR-Interview geben Adrian Fuchser, Geschäftsführer der Schneeberger AG, und Yves Breitschmid, Manager Lean Programm, Auskunft über die Bedeutung von Lean Management und dessen durchaus anspruchsvolle Umsetzung. Herr Fuchser, die Schneeberger AG beschäftigt sich seit 2013 mit dem Thema Lean Management. Wie sehr hat Ihnen die Verschlankung der Prozesse geholfen, den Frankenschock vom 15. Januer 2015 zu verdauen? Fuchser: Wir haben gegen Ende 2013 angefangen, Lean einzuführen, und da war weder die Aufhebung der Währungsuntergrenze ein Thema, noch, dass wir 2016 mit einem deutlichen Umsatzrückgang in einem unserer Geschäftsfelder zu kämpfen haben werden. Wir sind froh, haben wir bereits zuvor damit…