ZIMM Screw Jack Systems

.About ZIMM Screw Jack Systems

with ZIMM Screw Jack Systems you don’t only opt for a powerful partner, but also for number one in Europe. There are five decades of experience with drive elements in each ZIMM screw jack. Already since 1991 we have been systematically pooling our know-how in the modular systems to meet your requirements as customer in a faster, more precise and more reliable way than you might right away expect.

The claim at ZIMM is to improve our gears persistently and constantly with joy of success. This has made ZIMM a market leader in screw jacks in Europe and a sought-after provider all over the world. On top of that, it is our concern as owner-managed family business to support you with the best tools in the industry, exemplary delivery reliability and last but not least, with the personal touch.

Flawless design in half the time

•     Massive time saving in design
•     Most efficient configurator in the industry
•     Complete systems with all drives and connections
•     Assemble proven standard parts yourself
•     Software prevents design errors
•     Generate and download CAD in real time

Most extensive modular system

•     Proven standard customised components
•     More than 7,000 useful combination options
•     Complete lifting systems including drive motors
•     Engineering service for special requirements

Pioneering product design

•     Continuous improvement and further development
•     Harmonious design also for a visible installation
•     Well thought-out details and product advantages
•     Standardised interfaces and installation sizes

Proven and tested quality

•    From Europe’s leading provider
•     Standard anti-corrosion protection
•     Comprehensive test, measurement and inspection systems
•     ISO 9001: 2015 certified

Reliable and fast delivery

•     Order processing via website possible
•     Flexibility and capacity for large quantities
•     High delivery reliability
•     Short delivery time

Touch The Future With The Zimm 3D & AR App

The ZE Evolution app makes the boundaries between planning and the real world disappear. Immerce yourself and get inspired by the 3D representation of a ZE lifting gear including all attachments.

Use the future-oriented possibilities to represent the gearbox in a real environment using augmented reality. Explore the product features in a digital constructed environment using virtual realitymode of the app.

Key Benefits for every use

Screw jacks are a modern technology for precise lifting and positioning of components or loads. Numerous details and equipment make ZIMM drives the first choice. With their performance, accuracy and economy, screw jacks outperform hydraulic solutions in more and more applications. ZIMM screw jacks also shine with a number of features that they already have in the basic equipment ex works.

The Products of ZIMM Screw Jack Systems

ZE-Series | Screw jack

The new ZE-Series takes the state of the art Zimm screw jacks to the next level with these industry leading advantages, Zimm’s dual lubrication system: Provides separate spindle and gearbox cavities allowing for optimum lubrication type to be used in each with the new ZE-Series having a larger gearbox capacity for grease and now oil for longer duty cycles. Separate cavities also completely eliminate lubrication cross contamination in the gearbox.

Smoother and modern streamlined design: Provides increased heat dissipation, easier paint and corrosion application as well as enhanced wash-down suitability

• Robust gearbox design allows full capacity mounting in any position
• Hardened and ground worm shaft is standard
• Reduced backlash from advanced worm gear design and machining techniques
• Compatible with existing Z-Series
• Available in 8 sizes | 5kN – 350kN

ZE-Series Type

The new ZE-Series takes the state of the art Zimm screw jacks to the next level with these industry leading advantages:

• Zimm’s dual lubrication system: Provides separate spindle and gearbox cavities allowing for optimum lubrication type to be used in each with the new ZE-Series having a larger gearbox capacity for grease and now oil for longer duty cycles. Separate cavities also completely eliminate lubrication cross contamination in the gearbox
• Smoother and modern streamlined design: Provides increased heat dissipation, easier paint and corrosion application as well as enhanced wash-down suitability
• Robust gearbox design allows full capacity mounting in any position
• Hardened and ground worm shaft is standard
• Reduced backlash from advanced worm gear design and machining techniques
• Compatible with existing Z-Series
• Available in 8 sizes | 5kN – 350kN

ZE-H-Series

Characteristics of ZE-H-Series include high performance and increased duty cycle. Flexible combinations, state of the art design and efficiency are key advantages with:

• Speeds up to 3000 RPM’s
• Optimized gearing with increased service life
• Fully synthetic gear oil, especially suitable for worm gears
• Improved temperature capability both at continuous loads and at peak loads
• High quality seals
• Increased ease of maintenance when changing the lubricant: oil can be replaced without disassemble

Z-Series | Screw jack

Z-series screw jacks are the preferred range with the largest number of types. The Z-series feature through holes for top mounting and integral pivot bearings, features not available on the GSZ-series.

Z-Series type

Z-series screw jacks are the preferred range with the largest number of types. The Z-series feature through holes for top mounting and integral pivot bearings, features not available on the GSZ-series. the type of Z-series :

•     R-Trapezoidal screw
•     S-Trapezoidal screw
•     R-Ball screw
•     S-Ball screw

GSZ-Series | Screw jack

GSZ-series screw jacks are designed for applications where smooth surfaces are required. These screw jacks are easier to clean and therefore ideal for applications in the food processing industry. The type of GSZ Series :

•     R-Trapezoidal screw
•     S-Trapezoidal screw
•     R-Ball screw
•     S-Ball screw

Bevel Gearboxes

The properties of KSZ-H series include high precision, power density and smooth run as well as high-quality two-component varnish offering an efficient corrosion protection. Furthermore, it is possible to carry out the screw connection not only by means of internal thread as usual but also from the top owing to special drilling.

• High torque transmission in a small size
• Pre-loaded taper roller bearings
• Sealing by means of shaft seals and O-rings
• Max. 40% duty factor at 1500 min-1
• Oil change required only on heavy duty applications
• All installation dimensions symmetrical
• Compatible with screw jack modular components

Product features – KSZ-2

Fitting a stub shaft allows the KSZ-2 to be used as a conventional right-angle gearbox.

• High torque transmission
• Spiral toothing ensures low running noise
• Compatible with GSZ screw jacks

Bevel Gearboxes type:

•     KSZ-H | L-Series
•     KSZ-H | T-Series
•     KSZ-2

Connection technology

Connecting shafts or couplings are used to facilitate a connection between two conveyors. This connection eventually enables to achieve a rotating movement and thus a generation or transmission of torque. the type of connection technology :

•     Connecting shaft VWZ
•     Standard coupling KUZ
•     Clamp coupling KUZ-KK

Thread technology Trapezodial Threads

Trapezoidal threads are especially used in cases when the linear movement – in horizontal and vertical direction – is necessary. Due to dense thread configuration there is a high friction which involves an advantage for transmission threads, a self-locking feature.

Product features – ball screw

Thanks to the worm gear with balls fitted between the screw and the nut, ball screws are specifically applied in such cases where the velocity of the movement as well as high precision positioning form the basic pillars of the application. the types of Thread technology trapezodial threads :

• R Screw – Rotating
• S Screw – Translating

Areas of use & Applications

The end consumer uses mundane items and materials produced with ZIMM Screw Jack Systems, but he never gets to see the “little helpers from ZIMM“.Screw jack systems are used in automated production and assembly lines. A screw jack gearbox is an electromechanical drive and is used where weights have to be very accurately controlled and carefully positioned. International corporations and renowned machinery and plant manufacturers rely on ZIMM’s innovative products and solutions.

Platform Height Adjustment

Platform height adjustments enable the repair and assembly of components or their fitting even in difficult to reach areas. The efficiency and safety in production can be guaranteed thanks to the use of spindle lifting gears, bevel gears and connecting shafts. This is especially facilitated by an integrated safety nut, which absorbs the load of the platform in case the main nut breaks.

Adjustment of steel forms for concrete beams

The quality of the concrete surface is defined not only by structure, colour surface and flatness, but also by holding forces in the manufacturing process. The spindle lifting gears play a major role in this because they are exposed to enormous forces in extreme environmental conditions.

Furthermore, they help ensure the efficiency of the production economically, by the factors “sealed systems” and “low-maintenance”. This is demonstrated, for example, by innovative, separate lubrication. In addition, this process is supported by the use of a central motor, which centrally controls and monitors all lifting gears.

Parabolic Antenna

Whether on the coast, in the mountains or in the desert, parabolic antennas are put into operation for special purposes. A precise, trouble-free positioning must be taken into account and represents the key challenge. The GSZ series is the ideal solution for this because they allow the Azimuth and Elovation axes to be adjusted up to the 100th millimetre range. In addition, they have a smooth surface and the individual components can be additionally refined.

Swivelling Conveyor

The bridging of height differences and the transport of goods are required by the conveyor technology. Swivelling conveyors can be used to optimise and regulate a wide variety of material flows. Thanks to its compact design, based on the support tube and ball joint head, the spindle lifting gear can be used to save space. This enables an optimized buckling geometry in customised, adjustable area.

Mobile Transfer Station

The material flow of modern production facilities often takes place with mobile transfer stations. In order to remove and pick up loads, spindle lifting gears are used especially with ball screws. Due to their higher degree of efficiency and pitch they guarantee an optimal automation process with the important factors “efficiency” and “repeat accuracy”. Thus, heavy loads can be moved by employees in an easier and safer way.

Scissors lift combination

Current production environment is characterized by fast and precise material flow. Thanks to the stepless adjustment of the scissors lift platform in the vertical direction, as well as the use of connecting shafts and bevel gears, a safe and parallel movement for the transport of bulky and heavy loads is ensured. Due to the excellent workmanship of our products, we guarantee maximum resilience and durability. Process reliability can also be supported by the use of limit switches.

Source: zimm.com

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