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SCHNEEBERGER

HardwareSt. Gallen, Switzerland / Villingen-Schwenningen, GermanyFounded 1923· One of 1702 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

Swiss/German linear motion systems manufacturer producing precision guideway systems, ball screws, and components used in machine tools, 3D printers, and automation equipment

CEO / Founder
Stefan Hantke
Team Size
201-500
Stage
Active
Total Funding
Undisclosed

Technology & Products

Key Products

Linear bearings, linear roller guideways, customized bearings/sliding guideways, linear bearings with integrated measuring systems, gear racks, ball screws, linear tables, and positioning systems. They also offer mineral casting and high-precision solutions.

Technological Advantage

Precision ball screw and guideway manufacturing; tribology expertise; high-speed capable designs

Differentiation

Value Proposition

OEM supplier of critical precision motion components that enable reliable, repeatable, high-accuracy movement in AM equipment and machine tools

How They Differentiate

Century-old manufacturing heritage; precision specialty focus; deep OEM relationships

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Machine tool manufacturers, 3D printer OEMs, automation equipment builders, research institutions

Industry Verticals

Additive Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Automation, Medical Devices

Competitors

THK, HIWIN, NSK, Bosch Rexroth, IKO, Schaeffler

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Revenue: approximately $380.2M; Employees: 1,400 people; Facilities in Switzerland, Germany, Czech Republic, and China

Major Milestones

Founded 1931; Expanded into 3D printing supply chain; Maintained leadership in precision motion

Notable Customers

SCHNEEBERGER serves OEMs in various industries globally, including machine tools, medical equipment, semiconductors, automation, optical, and biotechnology. They have been awarded "Best Partner in Imported Material (Mechanical Components)" by Ace Manufacturing Systems.