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Foreword
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In 1923, SCHNEEBERGER laid the foundations for the global linear motion
technology of today. SCHNEEBERGER innovation made it possible to produce
linear guideways, which in terms of load capacity, reliability and cost-effectiveness
became what is today the definitive industry standard.
The same principles that resulted in our success still apply today: the spirit of
innovation, a no-compromise approach to quality and the ambition to deliver
products to our customers that are always technically and economically superior.
Both then and now the name SCHNEEBERGER is synonymous with innovative
linear motion technology and cost-effective solutions throughout the world. Our
development, production and application expertise have given us a reputation as a
well-respected business partner. Together with our committed, customer-oriented
employees, we are global leaders.
We have developed broad and extensive technological skills from many successful
projects in a variety of industries. Together with customers we evaluate the best
products from the standard range or define project-specific solutions. Thanks to
many years of experience and consistent focus on linear motion technology, we
have been able to continuously develop our products and solutions so as to
provide our customers with technical advantages.
State-of-the-art production technologies and highly skilled employees at our
production facilities produce to the highest quality standards. We are pleased to
present our high-precision MINI-X series products in this catalogue. MINI-X
includes MINIRAIL, MINISCALE PLUS, and MINISLIDE product lines which are
suitable for use in a wide range of applications:
• Biotechnology
• Semiconductor Industry
• Laboratory Automation
• Medical Technology
• Handling and Robotics
• Pick-and-place Machines
• Metrology
• Micro-automation
• Nanotechnology
• Optics Industry
• Processing Machines for Microtechnology
MINI-X enables economical, zero backlash guide systems to be constructed with
ease. MINI-X boasts the following outstanding product characteristics:
• High level of smoothness and consistent accuracy
• No stick-slip effect
• High speed and acceleration
• Minimal wear
• High level of strength
• High rigidity
• High load-bearing capacity
• Robustness
• Suitable for use in a vacuum or cleanroom
Our skilled and committed employees are pleased to offer product recommen-
dations to assist in optimising your application designs.
SCHNEEBERGER - «Essentials for the Best»