Schunk
SCHUNK is a leading global provider of clamping technology and gripping systems for automation and robotics, originating from a mechanical workshop founded in 1945. The company pioneered standardized industrial grippers in 1983 and offers over 2,550 gripper components and 11,000 standard products for robotic applications. It focuses on innovative solutions like lightweight grippers, humanoid robot hands, and plug-and-play automation modules validated in its CoLabs.
💡Notable Achievement: SCHUNK introduced the world's first standardized industrial gripper in 1983, setting benchmarks for lightweight, precise robotic grippers used across industries.
Schunk Robot Hands
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Schunk SVH
Manufactured by Schunk
The Schunk SVH is a servo-electric 5-finger robotic hand designed to replicate human hand size, shape, and dexterity at a 1:1 ratio. Featuring 9 drives actuating 20 mechanically coupled joints (including passive DoF), it enables sensitive, adaptive grasping with elastic silicone fingertips for secure object handling in unstructured environments. Electronics, control, and power systems are fully integrated in the wrist for compact mobile use with lightweight robots.
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Frequently Asked Questions
7 AnswersVerified answers, company specifications, and deployment details about Schunk
What robot models does Schunk manufacture?
Schunk manufactures 1 robot model in the Origin of Bots database, including Schunk SVH.
Where is Schunk headquartered and when was it founded?
Schunk is headquartered in Germany and was founded in 1945. The company is led by CEO Henrik A. Schunk.
What industries and domains does Schunk focus on?
Schunk develops robotics solutions primarily targeting Robotics, Automation, Clamping Technology.
What core technologies and engineering stacks power Schunk's robots?
Schunk's platform leverages Gripping Systems, Hydraulic Expansion, TRIBOS Clamping, Humanoid Robot Hands to deliver high-performance autonomy and hardware reliability.
Which geographic markets does Schunk serve?
Schunk currently deploys and supports hardware across Automotive, Machine Building, Assembly, Humanoid Robotics with active field presence in Germany, North America, Asia, Australia.
How can commercial buyers and partners contact Schunk?
You can reach Schunk directly via their official website at https://schunk.com.
What makes Schunk unique in the robotics landscape?
SCHUNK introduced the world's first standardized industrial gripper in 1983, setting benchmarks for lightweight, precise robotic grippers used across industries.
Verified Data & Editorial Assurance
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