Schmalz Acquires the Flexible Gripping Product Assets from Soft Robotics Inc.

Portfolio Further Expanded with Finger Gripper Acquisition

RALEIGH, NC (August 6, 2024) – The vacuum specialist Schmalz is expanding its gripper portfolio. As of August 5, the family-owned company from Glatten, Germany acquired the mGrip product family from the US company Soft Robotics (SRI), including all soft finger gripper configurations, patents and the associated know-how. Schmalz is thus further expanding its market position in the food handling sector.

Thanks to their modular design, the gripping systems are particularly flexible to 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. They are also characterized by their high hygienic suitability, which is crucial for the food industry. 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 the Schmalz portfolio, which stands for leading edge products in the field of vacuum automation.

With the acquisition of the mGrip product family, Schmalz will also continue to operate the existing production facility in Boston, Massachusetts.