Every application has different requirements. For one application, particularly quiet operation may be essential, while for others, factors such as low weight or an exceptionally long service life are crucial for successful use. With our decades of knowledge of materials and manufacturing technologies, we can provide you with targeted support in meeting all the required criteria. We accompany you from the manufacturability test and material selection to tool design and sampling to series production with subsequent quality testing. Whether metalworking or plastics – we are at your side. Benefit from our integrated manufacturing process, as we house all quality-critical production technologies in-house – both in metal cutting and plastic injection molding.
Gear technology and drive solutions for critical infrastructures and the defense industry
In a changing world, there is a growing need for robust, precise, and reliable technologies. Whether natural disasters, unstable supply structures, or the protection of critical infrastructure – technical systems must function when it matters most. Civil security, medical care, and the protection of critical infrastructure are becoming increasingly important. In such scenarios, high-performance gear components and drive systems are in demand—systems that protect people, secure supplies, and maintain structures.
Our core competence lies in the development and manufacture of robust, precise, and high-quality drive solutions—designed for maximum load capacity and durability. Whether standardized gear modules with short delivery times or completely customized systems, we deliver reliable technology solutions for demanding applications. Particularly in the defense industry, this results in drive units that deliver their full performance in unmanned systems, mobile platforms, special-purpose machines, or heavy-duty vehicles. Our technology makes a decisive contribution in system-relevant areas such as critical infrastructure, security of supply, or tactical mobility, and is always reliable, ready for use, and extremely low-maintenance.
As a responsible company with over 110 years of experience in gear and drive technology, we contribute to stability as a member of the German Security and Defense Industry Association: with intelligent, high-precision drive technology, complete systems, and technical components that function reliably under extreme conditions—in use worldwide, developed and manufactured at our headquarters in Germany or at our international production sites.
Our areas of expertise: Technology for critical applications
Based on our expertise in machining gears and plastic injection molding technology, we offer a wide range of robust and readily available gear components and standard drives for numerous applications. We also develop reliable, customized solutions for safety-critical applications. Our drive systems and components are suitable for the following areas of application, among others:
Unmanned systems & mobility technologies for the defense industry
Drives for mobility technologies and autonomous vehicles
UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles)
Compact gear units for mobile platforms, drive solutions for ground-based, autonomous systems: powerful traction, off-road capability, reliable.
UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles)
Lightweight components and precise small drives for flying systems: compact, powerful, low-vibration.
Mobile supply & logistics solutions
Drives for mobile supply
Humanitarian logistics
Components for transport, storage, and distribution systems: robust, modular, and quickly available.
Medical & Healthcare Mobile Devices
Micro-toothed plastic components for mobile diagnostics, drive technology for treatment and support systems: hygienic, compact, reliable.
Mobile Support and Assistance Systems
Integration into modular vehicle units to support critical processes: versatile, adaptable, low maintenance.
Critical infrastructure and supply technology
Drive solutions for critical infrastructure & supply engineering
Electricity supply & Water treatment
Gears and worm gear sets for pumps, valves, and energy distribution: durable, corrosion-resistant, efficient.
Telecommunications & Data transmission
Robust drives for swivel and alignment systems, mechanical components for mobile radio and communication systems: precise, weatherproof, reliable.
Special applications & stationary systems for the defense industry
Drives for special applications and stationary systems
Stationary defense systems
Mechanical assemblies for stationary safety technology under extreme loads: stable, easy to install, functionally reliable.
Heavy-duty equipment & Special-purpose machines
Heavy-duty gearing and drives for machines used in challenging environments: low-maintenance, durable, powerful.
Your partner for secure technology solutions
Our drive systems and precision components are designed for safety-critical applications – robust, durable, and validated for the most demanding requirements. Through comprehensive functional testing under realistic conditions – such as shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, or corrosive stress – we offer reliable performance even in demanding operating environments. Our modular drive systems and components can be quickly and flexibly integrated into a wide variety of application scenarios – standardized, scalable, and adaptable. The focus is on high reliability, precision, and service life – from prototypes to series solutions.
In order to develop tailor-made solutions for our customers, we accompany every project through all phases of the product development process – from the initial inquiry to series production:
- Inquiry
The project launch and clarification of specifications mark the start of a collaborative partnership. - Feasibility study
Initial concept ideas, rough design, 3D concepts, and 2D drawings form the basis for indicative pricing. - Detailed development
Elaboration of the solution including D-FMEA, detailed design (2D/3D), creation of parts lists, definition of test criteria, and updating of target costs. - Prototype construction
In-house production, purchased parts, assembly, and initial tests on the prototype – supplemented by “make or buy” analyses and initial sample testing. - Design validation
Test bench setup, validation tests, comparison with specifications, and documentation are incorporated into the optimization of the design. - Industrialization
Supplier selection, assembly line planning, series pricing, and D-FMEA review and adjustment ensure readiness for series production. - Sampling
Pre-series assembly (FOT), tests, inspections, and approval processes (SOP release) prepare for series production. - Series production
Series production, including supply chain, change, and complaint management, as well as end-of-line testing, ensure a stable series start-up. - Packaging & Shipping
Procurement, logistics, and final inspections round off the process – ensuring reliable delivery to our customers worldwide.
Quality you can rely on
Whether series production or customized solutions: our systems deliver reliable performance where technology has to work – at all times and under all conditions. We provide you with drive solutions that are developed and manufactured under the strictest confidentiality – individually documented, traceably tested, and manufactured in quality-assured processes. In doing so, we comply with all relevant industry and sector standards:
- IATF 16949, ISO 9001 – certified quality management
- ISO 14001, ISO 50001 – environmental and energy management
- Industry-specific documentation with full traceability
- Validated testing and inspection procedures according to customer specifications
- Authorized known consignor – for secure supply chains