Top of the class – Steel Linear Guide

Our multi-award-winning premium pneumatic grippers from Series GPP5000 and GPD5000  with the extremely robust steel-on-steel profile slot guide are designed for universal use and provide an outstanding high functional reliability and durability. Fast, precise and with high gripping forces, they offer the right solution for every application!

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Your benefits

The advantages of the series at a glance

STEEL LINEAR GUIDE
The durable steel-on-steel profile slot guide enables up to 30 million maintenance-free cycles and ensures maximum process reliability in continuous use.
ROBUST AND RELIABLE
Maximum robustness thanks to protection class IP64/67, corrosion protection and temperature resistance – reliable even in harsh industrial environments.
HIGHEST FORCES AND TORQUES
The S variant delivers increased gripping forces at the same installation size and makes it possible to handle heavy loads safely.
Compatible with accessories from the 5000 product family
Series GPP5000 and GPD5000 are fully compatible with the entire 5000 product family and therefore offer maximum flexibility during use.
Protection class IP64/67
The sealed design of the grippers allows for reliable operation even under the harshest conditions.
Maintenance-free steel-steel profile slot guide
The low-wear design eliminates the need for maintenance intervals. For you, this means no spare parts, no service calls, no follow-up costs.
Standardized platform for flexible expansion
Thanks to standardized dimensions and mounting, you can flexibly expand or retool your systems. Integration and retrofitting within the 5000 product family is quick and easy.
1. Compatible with accessories from the 5000 product family
Series GPP5000 and GPD5000 are fully compatible with the entire 5000 product family and therefore offer maximum flexibility during use.
2. Protection class IP64/67
The sealed design of the grippers allows for reliable operation even under the harshest conditions.
3. Maintenance-free steel-steel profile slot guide
The low-wear design eliminates the need for maintenance intervals. For you, this means no spare parts, no service calls, no follow-up costs.
4. Standardized platform for flexible expansion
Thanks to standardized dimensions and mounting, you can flexibly expand or retool your systems. Integration and retrofitting within the 5000 product family is quick and easy.

Advantages that make the difference

Gripping force of the GPP5000 and GPP5000AL series at a glance

100%

of all applications can be covered with Series GPP5000.

Over

100%

more gripping force at the same installation size with the S variant.

Up to

45%

price advantage by choosing a smaller installation size with the same force.

The premium grippers

Designed for universal use

They are protected against corrosion and, with IP64, are ideally equipped to withstand the harshest environmental conditions. If this is not enough, the series offers protector versions and temperature-resistant versions that even have a protection class of IP67.


Maintenance free

Series GPP5000 and GPD5000 offer maintenance-free operation of up to 30 million cycles and thus stand for long-term use and maximum system uptime.


The value promise – Consistent and without fine print

While other manufacturers advertise a 36-month warranty, but exclude parts that come into contact with workpieces and wear parts, the Zimmer Group, with its uncompromising "Made in Germany" quality, promises a 24-month warranty for all its GPP and GPD5000 grippers. This applies to ALL PARTS without compromise, no matter how many cycles! With us, your system earns money 24/7.


Certifications

Quality and safety are fundamental elements of our corporate philosophy. Our regularly tested products not only meet the highest quality standards, but also guarantee long-term reliability and safety. This also applies to all series in the 5000 product family.

The accessories

If the operating conditions change, the conversion to protector variants can be done with just a few minor adjustments – efficiently, flexibly and without any new design work. Series GPP5000 and GPD5000 are compatible with a wide range of accessories. Special features include the adjustable jaws for tool-free adjustment of the gripping range, exchangeable jaws for quick jaw changes and the precise sensors. This reliably monitors the entire stroke range via IO-Link or with analog signals.

ACCESSORIES

VERSATILE USAGE

PRECISE IN ALL PRODUCTION SITUATIONS

From highly automated manufacturing environments to standardized automotive production or flexible assembly processes – the gripper series GPP5000 and GPD5000 deliver impressive performance and adaptability across a wide range of industries.

More than just handling technology

The best service for the best grippers

With the Zimmer Group's international network, you get the benefit of direct local support worldwide. Consistent documentation and a well-designed range of accessories also ensure easy handling
and maintenance.

SERVICE CONTACT

Hotline

– Your personal contact
– Support for malfunctions, process errors, operating problems 
– Error analysis via telephone, video or remote
 

Repair service

– Repair of defective assemblies
– Repair and maintenance 
– General overhaul
– Troubleshooting and servicing

Field Service

– Mechanical & electrical installation
– Mechanical & electrical commissioning
– Production support for optimizations
– Maintenance, repair and inspection
– Troubleshooting

Training

– Operator training
– Troubleshooting and diagnostics
– How to use the HMI
– Maintenance

FAQ – Grippers with Steel Linear Guide

What does "Steel Linear Guide" in the 5000 gripper family mean?

The Steel Linear Guide is an extremely robust steel-on-steel profile slot guide that offers maximum precision and process reliability. This steel guide enables up to 30 million maintenance-free cycles and ensures long-lasting performance even under difficult industrial conditions.

Which applications is the 5000 gripper family with Steel Linear Guide suitable for?

Series 5000 is designed as a universal gripper and is suitable for applications in mechanical and plant engineering, the automotive industry, metal processing and for automated handling and assembly processes of all kinds. Thanks to its high robustness and IP64/67 protection classes, it is also suitable for demanding environments.

Which gripper models are available with Steel Linear Guide?

The gripper models include the 2-jaw parallel grippers of the pneumatic Series GPP5000 and the 3-jaw concentric grippers GPD5000 – each with Steel Linear Guide for maximum precision and reliability. In addition, there are the pneumatic-intelligent Series GPP5000IL and GPD5000IL, as well as the electric drive Series GEP5000 and GED5000.

How robust are the grippers with Steel Linear Guide?

The key benefits include:

  • High gripping forces and torque absorption
  • Maintenance-free over 30 million cycles
  • Compatibility with the wide range of accessories from the 5000 family
  • Robust sealing and corrosion protection

These features increase process reliability and are proven to reduce operating costs.

How do I choose the right gripper for my application?

Use our Product Finder or get in touch with your personal contact. We can help you determine the right gripper based on the workpiece size, gripping forces, operating conditions and automation requirements.

I need a different type of drive. Are there also electric variants of the grippers?

Yes, in addition to the pneumatic versions, there are also electric or hybrid-controlled grippers that are suitable for applications with high automation requirements. The hybrid-controlled grippers from Series GPP5000IL and GPD5000IL feature an impressive integrated valve technology. The electric grippers in Series GEP5000 and GED5000 allow individual adjustment of the gripping forces. Both variants have integrated sensor technology. 


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