SCHNEEBERGER Mineralgusstechnik has been successfully represented in various industries for many years with its in-house developed components made of mineral casting. Compared to other materials, mineral casting in mechanical engineering offers several remarkable advantages.
Customer benefits The primary customer benefit of SCHNEEBERGER mineral casting is the variety of applications for machines of all conceivable sizes. Mineral casting is not only less expensive than gray cast iron, for instance, but also demonstrates five to ten times better vibration behavior and high chemical resistance. Furthermore, because the polymer concrete (gravel with synthetic resin as a binding agent) is only cast at approximately 60 °C connecting parts, pipes and cables, as well as sensor systems and measuring technology can also be cast into the structures.
Example of a machine bed A look at the shape of a machine bed for an electrical discharge system prior to casting shows some of the above-mentioned…
MINIRAIL and MINISCALE PLUS - Achieve the highest accuracy even in the tightest spaces
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 MINIRAIL 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 measuring system is already integrated into the SCHNEEBERGER MINIRAIL miniature guideway. This eliminates all expenditures for additional separate…
Example application of our SCHNEEBERGER MINISLIDE MSQ
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…
MONORAIL BM - Highest precision production with long service life
When maximum precision and an extended service life are required, MONORAIL BM profile linear guideways from SCHNEEBERGER have been a sure bet for many years. The linear bearings are reliable components for a variety of applications in a wide range of industries.
Customer benefits The precise production provided by MONORAIL BM makes the profile linear guideway the first choice in many industrial applications when maximum accuracy and a long service life at constant levels of performance are required. Other advantages include excellent running properties, low pulsation, low friction and high traveling speeds thanks to optimized rolling elements. The rail profile and 6 attachment holes per carriage also ensure a high level of guidance and torsional rigidity. All this makes MONORAIL BM a reliable, economical and robust solution.
Long service life with minimal maintenance MONORAIL BM also has minimal maintenance requirements. The carriages are equipped with longitudinal and cross wipers…
Application example for our SCHNEEBERGER positioning systems
SCHNEEBERGER positioning systems are suitable especially for applications in lab technology in industry and research. In addition to the semiconductor industry, this is an important area of application for our positioning systems.
Customer advantages with SCHNEEBERGER positioning systems SCHNEEBERGER positioning systems feature precise nanometer motions in three axes, with the greatest level of repeatability and minimal drift from the target position. SCHNEEBERGER linear technology, in combination with linear drives and optical encoders, ensures smoothness and precision over long strokes. Together with the axis control through a single controller, this results in decisive advantages for users and customers.
Scanning force microscopy and microfluidics combined SCHNEEBERGER positioning systems are used in a wide variety of industrial sectors, including research and laboratory technology. The unique combination of scanning force microscopy and microflui dics opens up entirely new…
Standard or customized guideways - we guarantee the right solution
When they were introduced by SCHNEEBERGER, the Type R cross rollers - and ball guideways - were the first standardized linear frictionless guideways. These guideways and the further developments to which they have given rise, continue to meet the requirements of the most demanding applications. Many different branches of industry rely on standard elements and customized guideways from SCHNEEBERGER.
Customer benefits Everything from a single supplier. This is where the main benefits for our customers lie. SCHNEEBERGER offers a comprehensive range of linear bearings in standard sizes which are highly suitable for many different applications. From robotics and machines- and the semiconductor industry - to laboratory applications, medical technology and much more. But even if standard dimensions do not fulfill the requirements, SCHNEEBERGER's specially adapted customized guideways make the company the right partner.
Cross-roller guideways with standard definition Fine-tuned support and…
MONORAIL - the best solution from simple handling tasks to difficult machining tasks
High rigidity, large dynamic and static load carrying capacity, and high-running smoothness of the completely sealed carriage are the outstanding features of the MONORAIL BM and MR. Both profile linear guideways can also be equipped with an integrated distance measuring system.
Features and customer benefits The MONORAIL MR and BM profile linear guideways from SCHNEEBERGER impress with their high rigidity, large dynamic and static load carrying capacity and high-running smoothness of the completely sealed carriage. These features make the MONORAIL MR ideal for use in high-performance machine tools or for applications where high travel speeds are required. For customers, the MONORAIL means a frictionless guideway that meets the economic requirements of a modern machine, system and equipment company.
MONORAIL MR "4S" SCHNEEBERGER also makes continuous advancements in its profile linear guideways based on its experience in applications. The following improvements have been most…