Portfolio expanded: Schmalz acquires mGrip product family from Soft Robotics Inc.

Schmalz acquired August 5 the mGrip product family from the US company Soft Robotics, including all soft finger gripper configurations, patents and the associated know-how. Schmalz is thus further expanding its market position in the food processing sector.

"The food industry is a growth market," says Dr. Kurt Schmalz, Managing shareholder of the Schmalz Group. "With our new portfolio of finger grippers, we now offer our customers not only an extensive portfolio of vacuum grippers but also finger grippers for automated food processing."

Thanks to their modular design, the gripper systems are particularly flexible in use 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 changing shape. In addition, they are characterized by their high hygienic suitability, which is crucial for the food industry.

Typical applications include direct processing of pastries, fruits and vegetables, as well as meat and fish.

Thanks to its high quality, the mGrip product family fits perfectly into the Schmalz portfolio, which stands for leading products in vacuum automation.

With the acquisition of the mGrip product family, Schmalz will also continue to operate its existing manufacturing facility in Boston, Massachusetts. "By continuing the existing infrastructure in Boston, we will gain quick access to the market and continue to ensure reliable delivery to our customers," said Dr. Volker Schmitz, president and CEO of Schmalz USA, who will also lead the Boston facility. "The acquisition of this product family is further proof that Schmalz continues to grow as a world leader in vacuum solutions for industrial automation."