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With its vacuum technology, handling specialist Schmalz has already covered a broad portfolio. Now, the finger grippers from the US company Soft Robotics (SRI) are being added, which the Glatten-based company has acquired along with patents and the associated know-how for the automated handling of food.
On August 5th, the family-owned company from Glatten acquired the mGrip product family from the US company Soft Robotics (SRI) in order to further expand its market position in the field of food handling.
"The food industry is a growth market," says Managing Partner Kurt Schmalz.
Thanks to their modular design, the gripping systems are particularly flexible and can be easily and quickly adapted to customer requirements. "They are the most robust and versatile option for the precise handling of delicate objects that are difficult to grip due to their varying shapes.".
Typical applications include the direct handling of baked goods, fruits and vegetables, as well as meat and fish. Thanks to its high quality, the mGrip product family fits perfectly into Schmalz's portfolio.
With the acquisition of the mGrip product family, Schmalz also intends to continue operating its existing site in Boston, Massachusetts. "By maintaining the existing infrastructure in Boston, we gain rapid market access and continue to ensure reliable delivery to our customers," explains Volker Schmitz, Managing Director of Schmalz US, who will also head the Boston site.
