The system solution for flexible automation

Modular process automation that adapts to your situation – ZIMO1000 is the solution.

Whether it's in-house automation or a customer project – with ZIMO1000, you get the perfect foundation for cost-effective automation without having to settle for inflexible all-in-one solutions. The mobile robot cell is designed as a modular, expandable base module and adapts precisely to your needs and challenges.

The ZIMO1000 Platform Kit gives you a scalable system solution: from the base module to a complete, ready-to-use robot cell with end effectors, safety technology, interfaces and a robot. You decide which features to integrate yourself and where to rely on ready-made system modules. Get in touch with us, we would be happy to advise you!

Productive from Day 1
Modular and expandable
Independent integration
Quick ROI
High flexibility
Scalable investment

Flexible design, versatile applications

Accessories and options

Thanks to the wide range of available accessories and options, you can customize the ZIMO1000 to meet your specific needs. The modular setup and scalable platform give you the freedom to flexibly choose your scope of services depending on the project. Expand the base module of the flexible robot cell with interfaces and components, such as application-specific end effectors, robot sets, safety scanners, racks for load carriers and much more. 

Are you looking for a complete, ready-to-use solution – from project planning and integration all the way to commissioning and service? With the Zimmer Group’s EASY AUTOMATION, you get a complete, worry-free package that includes easy commissioning and intuitive control. Take advantage of our proven engineering expertise!

Robot-independent
ZiMo can be used as a robot-independent platform and can integrate a large number of common robot manufacturers. Alignment and positioning on the worktop is flexible.
Application-specific end effectors
With over 40 years of experience, Zimmer offers a wide range of grippers, vacuum components and the modular MATCH end-of-arm ecosystem. As a result, you can tailor ZiMo to your specific applications – it’s flexible, reliable and future-proof.
Integration and communication
Our Beckhoff PLC is the ideal solution for integrating various options into the communication with machines, particularly in the field of safety technology. This way, you'll be fully prepared and can get started right away. To make it easy to control Zimmer Group components, you’ll have full access to our PLC function blocks.
Maximum safety
ZiMo is optionally equipped with two safety scanners and enables safe operation without a safety fence in an industrial setting. This option enables secure integration with the peripherals of external machines.
Tool storage stations
For automatic tool changing, you can configure storage stations to meet your specific requirements – compatible with the series LWR and FWR tool changers.
Connection to the production machines
ZiMo can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems – with interfaces such as IO-Link, Euromap 67, pneumatic connections and digital fieldbuses.
1. Robot-independent
ZiMo can be used as a robot-independent platform and can integrate a large number of common robot manufacturers. Alignment and positioning on the worktop is flexible.
2. Application-specific end effectors
With over 40 years of experience, Zimmer offers a wide range of grippers, vacuum components and the modular MATCH end-of-arm ecosystem. As a result, you can tailor ZiMo to your specific applications – it’s flexible, reliable and future-proof.
3. Integration and communication
Our Beckhoff PLC is the ideal solution for integrating various options into the communication with machines, particularly in the field of safety technology. This way, you'll be fully prepared and can get started right away. To make it easy to control Zimmer Group components, you’ll have full access to our PLC function blocks.
4. Maximum safety
ZiMo is optionally equipped with two safety scanners and enables safe operation without a safety fence in an industrial setting. This option enables secure integration with the peripherals of external machines.
5. Tool storage stations
For automatic tool changing, you can configure storage stations to meet your specific requirements – compatible with the series LWR and FWR tool changers.
6. Connection to the production machines
ZiMo can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems – with interfaces such as IO-Link, Euromap 67, pneumatic connections and digital fieldbuses.

Automation for every application

Versatile for all production situations

As a mobile, modular system platform, ZIMO1000 connects people, machines and robots into a seamless automation solution. You can build your own integrations, project-specific customizations and custom extensions directly on the platform. This means that a wide variety of applications are possible – from repetitive loading and discharge of tooling machines and machine tending, to logistics and pick & place processes, all the way to complex assembly tasks with higher safety requirements. The Platform Kit handles monotonous tasks with low to high repetition cycles, ensuring maximum process reliability and precision.

As a result, you can standardize and automate production processes cost-effectively, allowing skilled workers to be deployed specifically for tasks that add value. This gives you the benefit of a scalable system solution that can be customized to accommodate new projects, plant configurations and customer requirements.
 

PICK & PLACE
Passive distributors simplify communication with external peripherals (e.g., conveyor belts in pick & place tasks).
WORKPIECE REMOVAL
Optional interfaces (Digital Safety I/Os, Euromap 67) enable flexible machine loading and discharge.
WORKPIECE HANDLING
Flexible adaptation to the respective workpiece thanks to a comprehensive ecosystem consisting of grippers ranging from normal to large stroke as well as suction and vacuum components.
COLLABORATIVE INSTALLATION
The optional safety scanners, along with the selection of cobots and HRC grippers, ensure maximum safety during collaborative tasks.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Whether during inspection, trimming or marking, the customized integration of camera technology ensures quality.
PACKAGING
Mechanical accessories, such as racks for load carriers, enable automated packaging.
(DE-)PALLETIZING
ZiMo also makes it easy to handle common intralogistics tasks, such as palletizing goods.
1. PICK & PLACE
Passive distributors simplify communication with external peripherals (e.g., conveyor belts in pick & place tasks).
2. WORKPIECE REMOVAL
Optional interfaces (Digital Safety I/Os, Euromap 67) enable flexible machine loading and discharge.
3. WORKPIECE HANDLING
Flexible adaptation to the respective workpiece thanks to a comprehensive ecosystem consisting of grippers ranging from normal to large stroke as well as suction and vacuum components.
4. COLLABORATIVE INSTALLATION
The optional safety scanners, along with the selection of cobots and HRC grippers, ensure maximum safety during collaborative tasks.
5. QUALITY ASSURANCE
Whether during inspection, trimming or marking, the customized integration of camera technology ensures quality.
6. PACKAGING
Mechanical accessories, such as racks for load carriers, enable automated packaging.
7. (DE-)PALLETIZING
ZiMo also makes it easy to handle common intralogistics tasks, such as palletizing goods.

CUSTOMER REFERENCES

2-Jaw Parallel Rotary Grippers
Series REP2000

  • Compact combination of rotary and gripper unit
  • Self locking mechanism in case of power drop
  • Control via IO-Link
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1. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Compact combination of rotary and gripper unit
  • Self locking mechanism in case of power drop
  • Control via IO-Link
more
System reference
Decapping with ZiMo

Electro-pneumatic unit
Series AEPN

  • Lightweight and powerful
  • Multiple pressure ranges selectable
  • Integrated query
  • Control
  • Independent
more

2-Jaw Parallel Grippers
Series GEP2000

  • Largest stroke in small installation space
  • The simplest activation
  • Positionability via IO-Link
more

3-Jaw Concentric Grippers
Series GPD5000

  • Steel Linear Guide – The superior guidance system concept
  • Leakproof and corrosion protected – The universal gripper
  • Aluminum Linear Guide – The alternative
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1. Clamping and braking elements
  • Lightweight and powerful
  • Multiple pressure ranges selectable
  • Integrated query
  • Control
  • Independent
more
2. 2-jaw parallel grippers
  • Largest stroke in small installation space
  • The simplest activation
  • Positionability via IO-Link
more
3. 3-jaw concentric grippers
  • Steel Linear Guide – The superior guidance system concept
  • Leakproof and corrosion protected – The universal gripper
  • Aluminum Linear Guide – The alternative
more
System reference
Electropneumatic unit with ZiMo

Tool Changers
Series WPR5000

  • Safer tool changer
  • Locking kinematics
  • Endless variety
more
1. Tool changer
  • Safer tool changer
  • Locking kinematics
  • Endless variety
more
System reference
Integrated WPR5000 on ZiMo
System reference
Machine loading and unloading with ZiMo

3-Jaw Concentric Grippers
Series GPD5000

  • Steel Linear Guide – The superior guidance system concept
  • Leakproof and corrosion protected – The universal gripper
  • Aluminum Linear Guide – The alternative
more
1. 3-jaw concentric grippers
  • Steel Linear Guide – The superior guidance system concept
  • Leakproof and corrosion protected – The universal gripper
  • Aluminum Linear Guide – The alternative
more
System reference
ZiMo loads lathe
System reference
CT measurements of pre-filled syringes with ZiMo
System reference
Sawing machine with ZiMo
System reference
ZiMo quick-release system

Platform Kit (series ZiMo1000)

Configurable as needed and efficiently scalable

With the Platform Kit, you can choose to have the base module with or without a PLC and configure the robot cell entirely according to your requirements.

  • Customizable to your brand: Ideal for integrators and partners
  • Compatible with almost all common robots: Integrate the robot of your choice
  • Maximum flexibility: Wide range of equipment and options
  • Fully customizable configuration: No restrictions on use
  • Easy automation: On request, we can provide you with a ready-to-use automation solution that includes project planning, integration, commissioning and service

Platform Kit (series ZiMo1000)

What is included?

Base module

  • Base frame on four lifting rollers with locking feet​
  • Partially machined tabletop
  • Control cabinet including fan / ventilation grille​
  • Prepared interface (pneumatic/electric)
  • Basic electrical equipment
  • Status display (LED strip)
  • Docking rail with “Present” sensing
  • Brackets for accessories
  • Drawer for easy installation and maintenance of the robot controller

Options (configurable)

  • PLC
  • Safety scanner
  • Interfaces (Digital Safety I/O, Euromap 67, passive distributor, IO-Link, pneumatic systems)
  • Tool storage stations
  • Load carrier racks
  • Additional docking strips

Complete end effector portfolio (configurable)

  • Gripper and vacuum components, MATCH ecosystem, tool changers, axis compensation modules, collision protection, adapter plates, sensors and accessories, preconfigured robot sets
  • pneumatic, electric, vacuum, IO-Link

Customer programming with the support of Zimmer software packages

  • ZiMo PLC + PLC modules for easy integration of the Zimmer Group portfolio
  • Zimmer Comfort apps

Robot

  • Compatible with ABB, Fanuc, UR, KUKA, Neura, Yaskawa, Denso and others
  • Following further verification: compatible with virtually all robot manufacturers

Service

  • For all components sourced from the Zimmer Group – from mechanical parts to software – you’ll receive the reliability that you expect from the Zimmer Group, all from a single source.

Easy automation (Engineering)

  • Verification of the integration of new robot models
  • Project planning
  • Integration and commissioning
  • Ready-to-use automation solution
  • Full responsibility by the Zimmer Group

Robot

Robot selection for Platform Kit

You can combine the Platform Kit with robots from almost any manufacturer, so it fits right into your existing setup. We would be happy to help you check how to integrate new robot models. Please contact us!

CONTACT


End effectors

With over four decades of experience in the field of handling and robotics, we offer you the necessary expertise and variety of end effectors to meet your specific requirements. 

1. Electric handling components
Precise, energy-efficient and low-maintenance – ideal for flexible gripping tasks with variable force control.

2. Pneumatic handling components
Robust and powerful – proven for dynamic applications with high cycle rates.

3. Vacuum components
Ideal for flat or sensitive components – for safe and gentle handling of a wide range of materials.

4. MATCH end-of-arm ecosystem
One system, many options – with a standardized interface concept for fast tool changes and maximum flexibility.

5. Preconfigured robot sets
Ready for immediate use – perfectly coordinated combinations of robotics and grippers to get your project up and running quickly.


Do you have questions? Get in touch with us!

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