Schunk USA

Schunk USA SCHUNK, a family-owned company, is a worldwide leader for equipping modern manufacturing and robot systems.

SCHUNK is the competence leader for gripping systems and clamping technology. 3,500 employees in 9 plants and 34 directly owned subsidiaries ensure an intensive market presence. With more than 11,000 standard components SCHUNK offers the world’s largest assortment of gripping systems and clamping technology from one source.

06/04/2026

We measured the impact on tool life during a milling application between TENDO Platinum hydraulic tool holder and an ER25 collet chuck.

The TENDO Platinum averaged 6 cylinders while the collet chuck only made it through 3.5.
— That's over 70% more material removed per cutter!! 🤯 Less tool breakage and less wasted carbide.

The TENDO Platinum paid for itself in under 20 hours of cut time! https://ow.ly/qBH250Z5GBW

Let us know what you think of this test in the comments 👇

05/28/2026

Cutting tool costs going up? Your toolholder might be one of the reasons. 💡

With over 50 years manufacturing hydraulic toolholders we have learned a thing or two! Your machining process will benefit from our experience, manufactured start to finish in North Carolina. It could be the answer to lowering those costs.

Do you think a more durable holder would help you manage your costs? Let us know in the comments 👇

Contact [email protected] to get in touch today!

05/13/2026

The best robotic automation doesn't replace skilled workers, it promotes them!

In this interview, we sit down with Fritz Carlson, CEO and President of Acme, who's spent years introducing robotic solutions into medical implant manufacturing.

When a precision-critical implant is being finished, like an as-cast knee, it needs to be made perfectly. Surface finish directly affects how long that implant lasts inside a patient's body. A robot can hold tolerances a human physically can't, especially on complex geometry like a J-curve.

Watch the full interview to hear why more manufacturers are moving away from the 3Ds, and what that means for the people doing the work.

04/30/2026

What do you think the unsung hero of toolholding is? 🤔

It’s intermediate sleeves!

Sleeves are one of the simplest ways to effectively extend your tool life. Choose the right sleeve for your application and watch your machining accuracy and tool life increase. SCHUNK offers two types of sleeves in multiple ID / OD options making it quick and easy to find the right one for your unique application

Questions? Contact us today at [email protected] or learn more at: https://ow.ly/lCFb50YFbiA

Most young adults feel they have to choose between school and work after high school. Apprentices who join SCHUNK and NC...
04/28/2026

Most young adults feel they have to choose between school and work after high school. Apprentices who join SCHUNK and NCTAP choose both. They earn a degree while getting paid to gain hands-on experience - contributing to the company and building their own future from day one.

This photo captures some of the talented young men and women in the program—from first-year apprentices just taking the first steps in their career, to graduates now working full-time at SCHUNK and continuing to grow in their chosen field. Each one is gaining real-world experience while advancing their education.

We’re grateful they chose SCHUNK, and we're proud to be given the opportunity to invest in their future.

During National Apprenticeship Week, and every week, we celebrate those who take this path. Your future is bright!

04/23/2026

Ever wonder what's actually going on inside a mechatronic gripper? 🔍

The SCHUNK EGU is built with a combination of parts that deliver some seriously useful features:

✅ 100% grip force anywhere along the stroke — no ramp-up distance needed
✅ Continuous re-gripping for built-in grip force maintenance
✅ Misalignment compensation when picking up workpieces
✅ Always know where your fingers are, thanks to the absolute encoder

Which of these features matters most to your application? Let us know in the comments 👇

Explore the EGU: https://ow.ly/gu6A50YFasK

04/21/2026

Automated machine loading with pallet automation helps manufacturers stabilize output and make better use of available resources🤝

Explore how pallet automation can support your machine-tending strategy: https://ow.ly/9PfG50YF6Mp

04/16/2026

Switching from router-based to laser depaneling? Here's what you need to know.

Dr. Markus Bohrer breaks down the top three advantages of laser depaneling:
✅ Zero mechanical stress — ideal for delicate components
✅ Zero dust — a completely clean process
✅ Freedom of design — cut curves, not just straight lines

If your boards use mixed materials, SCHUNK's combo laser + milling spindle machine handles it all.

Ready to find the right depaneling solution for your application? Contact us at [email protected].

04/14/2026

Toolholding shouldn’t be complicated.

The SCHUNK selection kit brings together precision toolholders, intermediate sleeves, and TRIBOS mini extensions in one cohesive package. Designed to cover a broad range of applications, it integrates seamlessly into existing setups and supports efficient, flexible machining from day one. 🤝

We have limited-time savings on TENDO and TRIBOS-mini! Download the brochure for more information on how you can save! https://ow.ly/Oe3650YFbca

04/09/2026

What if you could build and visualize your entire workholding setup before spending a dollar? 💻

Head to https://brnw.ch/21x1siT, go to Services → Configuration Tools → Clamping System Configurator

When the setup looks right, download the parts list or 3D model and send it to your local SCHUNK rep for a quote!

Have you tried the configurator yet? Link below👇

https://brnw.ch/21x1siU

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Morrisville, NC
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