Schaal Technology

What Schaal Technology does

Schaal Technology GmbH is a German manufacturer of precision stamping and forming machines and systems, headquartered in Salach and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Weil Technology since 2009. The company's product portfolio centers on the SEP Series of high-speed eccentric stamping presses with force ratings from 120 kN to 1000 kN and speeds up to 800 strokes/min, complemented by modular feed systems (Dynamic Roller Feed SWV and High-Performance Gripper Feed SZV) that integrate into the press line. Schaal also produces the SEP Retrofit Series, which rebuilds older eccentric presses with modern control systems at up to 30% lower cost than new machines and 10–16 week delivery, and offers the proprietary Automatic Fin Positioning System (Fin-Adjuster) achieving ±0.01 mm accuracy for cooling fin stamping. Manufacturing is centralized at the Müllheim facility, while design, service, and sales operate from Salach, supported by Weil Technology subsidiaries in the United States (Novi, Michigan) and China (Shanghai), and Novatec Engineering in Italy.

The company generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of new and retrofit presses, feed systems, and turnkey coil-to-finished-component production lines, with a secondary professional services stream covering reactive and preventive maintenance plus spare parts. Pricing is custom and quotation-based with no public disclosure. Customers operate mainly in e-mobility (battery cooling fins, EV components, power electronics), the electrical industry (contacts, connectors), and medical technology (closures for insulin and vaccine ampoules), with secondary exposure to automotive supply and consumer goods. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales through the Salach-based team combined with Weil Technology's international subsidiary network; the company is privately held with approximately 350 customers worldwide and 220+ employees across the Schaal and Weil Technology group.

Schaal Technology is managed by Florian Weil as Managing Director and exhibits steady operational continuity rather than high-velocity expansion, with product launches in 2024–2026 (Retrofit variants, Fin-Adjuster, multi-lane strip positioning) reinforcing its position in precision stamping for electrification-adjacent markets.

Name

Schaal Technology

Legal name

Schaal Technology GmbH

Website

https://schaal-technology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Schaal Technology is a German manufacturer of precision stamping presses and forming systems, primarily serving e-mobility, electrical industry, and medical technology manufacturers. It operates as a subsidiary of Weil Technology, selling SEP series presses, feed systems, retrofits, and turnkey production lines via direct enterprise sales and an international subsidiary network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Stamping Machinery

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Linear Motion & Mechanical Power Transmission (Ball/roller screws, linear guides, bearings, couplings) (IMAHAGAM)

Keywords

• Precision stamping presses
• Metal forming systems
• Stamping press retrofit
• Coil-to-component production lines
• High-speed stamping automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Salach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Stamping Press and System Sales: Sale of SEP series precision stamping presses and complete turnkey production systems including unwinding, stacking, feeding equipment, tooling, and sound insulation. Machines range from 120 kN to 1000 kN capacity. Both new machines and retrofit options offered.
2. Feed System Sales: Sale of feed systems including Dynamic Roller Feed SWV and High-Performance Gripper Feed SZV, sold as standalone products or integrated with SEP press systems.
3. Retrofit and Modernization Services: Retrofitting of existing eccentric presses with modern components. Delivery within 2–4 months for raw-state machines, 10–16 weeks standard. Includes new safety technology, modern control cabinet, PLC programming, and custom configurations.
4. Service, Support, and Spare Parts: Reactive, preventive, and condition-oriented service offerings. Includes spare parts supply. Service hours Monday to Friday 7:00–16:30 CET.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Schaal Technology designs, manufactures, and services high-speed precision eccentric stamping presses (SEP Series, 120–1000 kN), roller and gripper feed systems, and automated fin positioning systems used in coil-to-component production lines. The company also rebuilds and modernizes older eccentric presses through its SEP Retrofit Series and provides reactive, preventive, and condition-oriented service plus spare parts. Offerings are sold as standalone machines, integrated modules, or complete turnkey production systems targeting manufacturers in e-mobility, electrical industry, and medical technology.

Product overview

Schaal Technology is a German manufacturer of precision stamping and forming machines and systems, operating as a subsidiary of Weil Technology. Its product portfolio centers on the SEP Series of high-speed eccentric stamping presses with force ratings from 120 kN to 1000 kN, complemented by feed systems (Dynamic Roller Feed SWV and High-Performance Gripper Feed SZV) that attach to the presses to complete the coil-to-press system chain. Schaal Technology also offers the SEP Retrofit Series, which rebuilds older eccentric presses with modern components for significantly lower cost and faster delivery. The company further provides specialized positioning systems for radiator fin manufacturing, including a compact Fin-Adjuster with semi-automated or fully automated positioning for multi-lane fin stamping lines. Machine manufacturing is carried out at the Müllheim facility, while service, design, and sales are based in Salach, Germany. Customers operate primarily in the e-mobility, electrical industry, and medical technology markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SEP Series Stamping Presses High-speed precision eccentric stamping presses available in force ratings from 120 kN to 1000 kN, featuring modular design for integration into customer-specific production lines and integration of additional punching units for secondary operations. Aimed at manufacturers in e-mobility, electrical industry, and medical technology producing stamped components such as cooling fins, electrical contacts, and pharmaceutical closures.
• SEP Retrofit Series Stamping Presses Refurbished eccentric presses rebuilt with modern components including new rams, guides, eccentric shaft, bearings, electrical and pneumatic systems, offering up to 30% lower investment costs compared to new machines with delivery times of 10–16 weeks and Industry 4.0-capable digital retrofitting. For manufacturers seeking cost-effective modernization of existing eccentric press fleets.
• Dynamic Roller Feed SWV Roller feed system with feed rate up to 120 m/min and accuracy up to 0.02 mm, featuring hardened and ground feed rollers, integrated feed control, pneumatic intermediate ventilation, and variable mounting options on press left, right, or rear sides. Sold as standalone product or integrated with SEP press systems for high-volume stamping lines.
• High-Performance Gripper Feed SZV Mechanical gripper feed with simple adjustment of feed length and sheet thickness, achieving feed accuracy up to 0.01 mm, stroke rates up to 800 strokes/min, and belt speed up to 30 m/min. Adapted to SEP series presses for high-precision stamping applications.
• Automatic Fin Positioning System (Fin-Adjuster) Compact semi-automated or fully automated positioning system for fin stamping lines achieving positioning accuracy of ±0.01 mm per individual fin track, with feeder length up to 3800 mm and feeder speed of 3 m/sec, designed to reduce scrap rates in cooling fin manufacturing for radiator and EV battery cooling applications.
• Strip Positioning System for Multi-Line Applications Process-optimized strip positioning system for radiator fin stamping lines supporting one to six tracks, enabling offset fins with stamping speeds up to 400 strokes per minute and continuous process monitoring via camera systems. Used in radiator and cooling fin production lines.
• Service, Support and Spare Parts Reactive, preventive, and condition-oriented service offerings including spare parts supply for Schaal Technology's installed press and feed system base. Coordinated from the Salach headquarters with service hours Monday to Friday 7:00–16:30 CET and dedicated contacts for service requests.
• Press Retrofit and Modernization Services Retrofitting of existing eccentric presses with modern components including new ram, guides, eccentric shaft, bearings, electrical and pneumatic systems, modern control cabinet, PLC programming, and Industry 4.0-capable digital retrofitting. Includes new safety technology and custom configurations, with delivery within 2–4 months for raw-state machines and 10–16 weeks standard.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 800 strokes/min stamping speed
• +5 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Weil Technology GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Schaal Technology is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Weil Technology GmbH, headquartered in Müllheim, Germany. Weil Technology provides laser welding solutions, automation technologies, and additional manufacturing capabilities. Schaal focuses on stamping and forming while Weil handles complementary technologies. Both companies share sales and service infrastructure, with exhibitions often conducted jointly.
• Novatec Engineering SrlminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNovatec Engineering Srl is based in Orsenigo, Italy (Via E. Fermi 61, 22030 Orsenigo). Part of the Weil Technology group network. Novatec contributes to the joint exhibition presence at trade shows (Euroblech, Fabtech) alongside Schaal and Weil Technology, presenting a combined portfolio of forming and stamping solutions.
• Weil Technology North America LLCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional subsidiary based in Novi, Michigan (25921 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48375). Provides sales and support for Schaal Technology products in the North American market. Tel: +1 248 344 2211.
• Weil Machinery (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional subsidiary based in Shanghai, China (Rm. 101, Building 2, No. 763, Lianfu Rd., Jiuting Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai, 201615). Provides sales and support for Schaal Technology products in the China market. Tel: +86 21 67600156.
• International Sales PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of international sales partners enabling close and individual customer support globally, complementing the direct sales team and subsidiary network.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schuler AG: German global leader in press technology and metal forming, now part of the Aunde Group. Compares to Schaal as a much larger incumbent offering a full range of mechanical and hydraulic presses, automation, and die technology to automotive and industrial customers.
• Aida Engineering Ltd. Japanese manufacturer of metal stamping presses (mechanical and servo), die sets, and automation. Overlaps with Schaal in stamping press product category but serves a broader range of automotive, appliance, and electronics customers at significantly larger scale.
• Dieffenbacher GmbH: German manufacturer of press systems and complete production lines for automotive, composite, and wood-based panels. Comparable to Schaal in press systems delivery but operates in broader, heavier-duty press applications with significantly larger revenue base.
• FAGOR ARRASATE: Spanish manufacturer of presses (mechanical, hydraulic, servo), automation, and complete stamping lines for automotive and appliance industries. Comparable to Schaal in press-based production systems with a more diversified product portfolio and larger installed base.
• Komatsu Ltd. (Industrial Press Business): Japanese manufacturer of mechanical and servo presses for stamping and forming. A broad incumbent in the global press market, comparable to Schaal on metal stamping machinery but with significantly larger scale, broader product range, and global service footprint.

Direct peers

• Bruderer AG: Swiss high-speed stamping press manufacturer specializing in precision stamping presses with high stroke rates. Directly comparable to Schaal's SEP series on product category, target customers (precision stampers, electronics, connectors), and performance positioning.
• Strothmann Maschinenbau GmbH: German manufacturer of press automation, feed technology, and handling systems for stamping and forming lines. Directly comparable to Schaal as a smaller German specialist supplying complementary feed/automation equipment into the press ecosystem.
• Novatec Engineering Srl: Italian engineering company and fellow Weil Technology group subsidiary specializing in automation and special-purpose machinery. Sister-entity to Schaal within the same corporate group; co-exhibits at trade shows and provides complementary automation for stamping/forming lines.
• Haeco (Haco Atlantic): Manufacturer of press brakes, guillotine shears, and stamping/forming presses serving metal fabrication customers. Overlaps with Schaal on press technology and customer base in stamping/forming, though with a broader fabricating-machinery portfolio.
• Rädlinger Maschinen- und Anlagenbau GmbH: German manufacturer of special-purpose machines and automation for metal forming, welding, and assembly. Comparable mid-sized German specialist that, like Schaal, supplies customized production equipment into automotive and industrial customers.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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