What Schneeberger does

J. SCHNEEBERGER Maschinen AG is a Swiss family-owned manufacturer of high-precision CNC 5-axis grinding machines, founded in 1923 in Roggwil, Switzerland, and led today by third and fourth generation family members. The company designs, produces, and services a portfolio of grinding machines — the Aries NGP (compact, automated tool grinding and small parts), Norma NGC (workhorse for profile and production grinding), Gemini NGM (high-power series production), Sirius NGS (micron-precision micro-tools and indexable inserts), Corvus NGB (large-format production grinding), and the new Norma Alpha and Gemini NGM TAP variants — all built around its proprietary 5-axis kinematics, linear motor drives, and the in-house Quinto Qg1 64-bit CAD/CAM software with an integrated Toogle tool library.

Schneeberger sells globally through wholly-owned sales and service subsidiaries in Switzerland, the United States (Elgin, IL), Germany (Weissbach), France (Rennes), Italy (Costermano sul Garda), and China (Nanjing), supplemented by qualified partners in additional markets. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales supported by live machine demonstrations at major trade fairs (EMO, GrindingHub, CIMT, BIMU, LIGNA). Customers span tool manufacturers, automotive and aerospace suppliers, general machine builders, energy technology firms, job shops, and medical device manufacturers (including ceramic dental implant production).

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time capital equipment sales of customized CNC grinding machines, supplemented by recurring Quinto Qg1 software licensing and a global aftermarket service, spare parts, and applications engineering business. Vertical integration — from CAD/CAM software development to spindle design and application engineering — combined with patents on the VSW V-shaped wheel process and VARIO pallet system constitutes the core competitive basis. The company has remained private and family-owned throughout its 100+ year history, with no external funding rounds and no parent company.

Name

Schneeberger

Legal name

J. SCHNEEBERGER Maschinen AG

Website

https://schneeberger.swiss

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Schneeberger is a Swiss, family-owned manufacturer founded in 1923 that designs and builds high-precision CNC 5-axis grinding machines and proprietary CAD/CAM software for cutting tool makers, automotive and aerospace suppliers, medical device manufacturers, and job shops worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Grinding Machinery

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)

akta.pro primary industry

Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA), Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)

Keywords

• CNC grinding machines
• Precision tool grinding
• 5-axis grinding
• CAD/CAM software
• Industrial automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Bern

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. CNC Grinding Machines: Development and production of CNC grinding machines for tool manufacturing and precision parts. Machines include Aries NGP, Norma NGC, Gemini NGM, Sirius NGS, Corvus NGB, and geminiTAP. One-time capital equipment sales with customization options.
2. Qg1 Software Licensing: CAD/CAM grinding software sold as license with training and support services. Includes updates and application support.
3. Service and Support: Sales and service branch offices providing technical support, spare parts, training, and application development services worldwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

J. SCHNEEBERGER Maschinen AG develops and produces CNC 5-axis grinding machines for the manufacturing and re-grinding of cutting tools, and for production grinding of precision parts and components. The portfolio covers compact, high-power, micro-precision, and large-format machines (Aries NGP, Norma NGC, Gemini NGM, Sirius NGS, Corvus NGB), complemented by the proprietary Quinto Qg1 CAD/CAM grinding software, integrated FANUC robotic automation, and global sales/service support.

Product overview

SCHNEEBERGER is a precision grinding machine manufacturer offering a portfolio of CNC 5-axis grinding machines for tool manufacturing and production grinding. The product lineup includes the compact Aries NGP, versatile Norma NGC, high-power Gemini NGM for series production, precision-focused Sirius NGS for micro-tools, and large-scale Corvus NGB. These machines share common platforms for robotic automation and integrate with the proprietary Quinto Qg1 CAD/CAM software. The company was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Roggwil, Switzerland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aries NGP Compact 5-axis CNC grinding machine for tool manufacturing and re-grinding. Features fast automated loading and is ideally suited for production of small parts and tools, including ceramic dental implants.
• Norma NGC 5-axis CNC grinding machine positioned as the workhorse for profile and production grinding tasks. Features robust construction for continuous operation in manufacturing environments.
• Gemini NGM High-power 5-axis CNC grinding machine for series production of cutting tools including end mills, ball nose mills, form tools, broaching tools, and skiving cutters. Features spindle power up to 24 kW (S1) and 82 kW peak, supports workpieces up to 500mm length.
• Sirius NGS Precision grinding machine for micro-tools and indexable inserts. Features 6-axis kinematic design with linear motors and torque motors achieving micron-level precision. Compact 3m2 footprint with integrated 6-axis FANUC robot, optical position detection, and VSW V-shaped wheel process.
• Corvus NGB Large-scale production grinding machine for broaching tools, form cutters, and racks. Features extended axis travels (X: 2100mm, Y/Z: 400mm) with increased stability and torque for large part processing.
• Quinto Qg1 Proprietary 64-bit CAD/CAM software for tool grinding programming with 3D geometry modeling, machine simulation with collision monitoring, Path Qreator, NTTE quick tool generation, GDX/STEP/IGES/STL/DXF/ISO data exchange, and Industry 4.0 / IoT integration.
• Norma Alpha Flagship 5-axis CNC grinding machine featuring 80% updated components from the previous generation, optimized for stability, precision, and dynamics while retaining the flexibility of the Norma platform.
• Gemini NGM TAP (Next Generation) Specialized tap grinding machine that performs flute grinding, thread grinding, and chamfering in a single setup. Features innovative clamping system and 24 kW spindle power (S1) for high-efficiency tap production.

Quantifiable outcome

• ROI under 2 years for in-house tool sharpening at Amesbury Truth USA
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ZOLLERcoreTechnology or IntegrationGDX (Grinding Data eXchange) interface partnership enabling data exchange between ZOLLER Genius 3 measurement machines and SCHNEEBERGER grinding machines. Demonstrated in FDPW webinar for tool and wheel data exchange between measurement and grinding equipment.
• FANUCcoreTechnology or IntegrationFANUC supplies 6-axis articulated arm robots integrated into SCHNEEBERGER grinding machines for automated tool loading. Robots feature 2, 4, or 10 pallet configurations for flexible automation.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves18 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• ZOLLER: Market leader in tool presetting and measuring equipment and a strategic integration partner to Schneeberger via the GDX interface. Comparable as an ecosystem player serving the same tool-manufacturing customers with adjacent measurement and inspection workflow software.

Broad incumbents

• DMG MORI: One of the largest global machine tool incumbents offering milling, turning, additive and laser systems. Relevant as a benchmark for the broader metalworking machinery market and as a potential competitor in 5-axis and automation-integrated production cells.
• Makino: Global high-precision machine tool maker with vertical machining centers and EDM capabilities. Comparable in serving aerospace, automotive and medical customers requiring tight tolerances, although Makino's portfolio is much broader than Schneeberger's tool-grinding focus.
• Studer (United Grinding Group): Established manufacturer of high-precision cylindrical grinding machines and part of the United Grinding Group. Comparable on precision grinding expertise and European industrial customer base, though focused on cylindrical rather than tool and profile grinding.
• Okamoto Machine Tool Works: Japanese manufacturer specializing in surface, creep-feed and profile grinding machines. Comparable in grinding technology and industrial customer base, with a complementary product portfolio that overlaps with Schneeberger's profile and production grinding machines.
• Haas Automation: Largest US-based CNC machine tool builder offering a broad range of vertical/horizontal machining centers and lathes. Comparable as a global CNC machinery competitor in job shops and contract manufacturers, though positioned at lower price points than Schneeberger.

Direct peers

• Gleason Corporation: US-based leader in gear manufacturing machinery including bevel and cylindrical gear cutting, grinding and honing. Comparable on precision machine tools for high-volume production, automotive/aerospace customer overlap, and integrated software/process solutions.
• Walter Maschinenbau (United Grinding Group): Direct competitor in 5-axis CNC tool grinding machines, part of the United Grinding Group. Comparable product portfolio (HELITRON, ToolStudio software), customer base in tool manufacturing and automotive, and a shared global service footprint make Walter the closest peer to Schneeberger.
• Rollomatic: Swiss-headquartered precision CNC tool grinder manufacturer serving similar end-markets (cutting tool, medical, aerospace). Direct overlap on 5-axis kinematics, premium Swiss positioning, and a focus on micro-tool and form-tool grinding analogous to Schneeberger's Sirius NGS and Norma lines.
• ANCA: Australian-based specialist in CNC tool and cutter grinders with proprietary software (ToolRoom) and a strong installed base among cutting tool manufacturers worldwide. Closely comparable in product, software-led differentiation and international sales motion.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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