The values behind Güdel
For us, the concept of FlowMotion is inextricably linked to the values that guide us in our everyday work.

Reliability
As a basis for mutual trust and reliability, we appreciate and respect our partners, act carefully and responsibly, and keep our promises to ourselves and others.

Innovation
We pursue and implement technical and operational innovations from unique concepts, discoveries and developments.

Open mind
We engage our customers with an open mind and an attitude of innovation. We are open to discovering and implementing new technologies. We meet all cultures with understanding and respect.

Passion
We are passionate about and committed to our work and the success of our customers.

Effectiveness
We use all resources efficiently and effectively. We create sustainable value with intelligent technologies and innovative solutions – both for our customers and for us.
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Güdel at a glance
Established: |
1954 |
Headquarters: |
Langenthal, Switzerland |
Products: |
High-precision machine components & intelligent automation solutions |
Size: |
about 1000 employees worldwide |
International reach: |
More than 20 locations worldwide |
Tradition: |
Family owned for 3 generations |
History
Milestones of our business chronics

1960
Focus on the area of drive technology with the manufacture of rack and pinion components

1970
Development of the DPK-type copper printing press: The increase in roller presser is achieved not only through hardness and weight, but also by expanding their diameter. Copperplates, linocuts, woodcuts, and lithographs are pressed on the DPK.

1980
Introduction of the Güdel modular system: High-precision-linear guideways and drive-technology components enable payloads from 10 kg to several tons to be moved quickly and precisely.

1991
Development of the ZP and FP gantry robots: This solution enables workpieces weighing up to 3 tons to be moved efficiently and with a high degree of precision.

1995
Development of the TrackMotion (TM) drive axis: Due to the carrier unit's high degree of rigidity, the Güdel Trackmotion Floor TMF easily absorbs the dynamic fundamental loads of articulated robots in all directions.

1998
World's first roboLoop: Güdel develops the groundbreaking gantry and transfer system.

2003
Development of the roboBeam and roboFlex: Güdel sets new standards in press automation with its innovative transfer robots.

2006
Launch of the roboFeeder: Güdel strengthens its position in the press automation market with another transfer robot.

2013
Further development of the TrackMotion Floor floor-mounted drive axis and the P-ECON pallet conveyor.

2014
Further development of the TrackMotion Overhead drive axis for overhead assembly, Green Tire Tray, roboSpeed, and the ZP 2-axis gantry in sizes 6 and 7. Product range expanded to include the high-precision planetary gearhead.

2015
Development of PA swivel loader.

2016
Development of the partLifter lifting column and further development of the TrackMotionFloor to include sizes 5 and 6.
Güdel worldwide
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