{"id":94535,"date":"2024-08-07T11:12:19","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T09:12:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/?p=94535"},"modified":"2024-08-07T09:54:42","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T07:54:42","slug":"schmalz-takes-over-finger-gripper-mgrip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/packaging-journal.de\/en\/schmalz-uebernimmt-fingergreifer-mgrip\/","title":{"rendered":"Schmalz takes over finger gripper from Soft Robotics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vacuum specialist Schmalz has acquired the mGrip product family from US company Soft Robotics (SRI), including all finger gripper configurations, patents and the associated expertise. The family-owned company is thus further expanding its market position in the food handling sector.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thanks to their modular design, the gripping systems are particularly flexible to use and can be easily and quickly customised to meet customer requirements. They are a solid and versatile option for the Precise handling of delicate objects that are difficult to grip due to their changing shape<\/strong>. They are also characterised by a high level of hygiene, which is crucial for the food industry.<\/p>\n

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The mGrip grippers are particularly suitable for direct food handling, including meat and fish. (Image: J. Schmalz)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Typical applications include the direct handling of baked goods, fruit and vegetables as well as meat and fish. Thanks to its high quality, the mGrip product family fits perfectly into Schmalz's portfolio, which also stands for technologically leading products in the food industry. Automation with vacuum<\/strong> stands.<\/p>

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\u201eThe food industry is a growth market. With our new portfolio of finger grippers, we now offer our customers finger grippers for automated food handling in addition to our extensive portfolio of vacuum grippers.\u201c<\/p>\n

Dr Kurt Schmalz,<\/strong> Managing Partner of the Schmalz Group<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

With the acquisition of the mGrip product family Schmalz also continues to operate the existing site in Boston, Massachusetts<\/strong>. \u201eThe continuation of the existing infrastructure in Boston will give us quick access to the market<\/strong> and continue to ensure reliable delivery to our customers,\u201c says Dr Volker Schmitz, Managing Director of Schmalz USA, who will also manage the location in Boston.<\/p>\n

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