SCHUNK is the world's No. 1 for gripping systems, stationary workholding, hydraulic expansion technology and chuck jaws. We have the world's largest product portfolio of gripping systems and clamping technology with more than 11,000 standard components. With 200 patent families and 50 brand families, we deliver approx. 2,000 customer-specific solutions annually.



The company was founded in 1945 by Friedrich Schunk as a mechanical workshop, and has developed under the leadership of Heinz-Dieter Schunk to a competence and world market leader for clamping technology and gripping systems. About 3,400 employees in 9 plants and 33 subsidiaries as well as distribution partners in more than 50 countries ensure an intensive market presence.