What weiss gmbh does

WEISS GmbH is a privately held German industrial automation company headquartered in Buchen, Germany, specializing in precision motion control and mechatronic subsystems. Under CEO Uwe Weiss, the company employs 501–1,000 people and operates directly in 17 countries — with lead factories in Germany, the United States, China, and India — supplemented by channel partners in additional markets.

The company's product portfolio spans rotary indexing tables (TC, TR, NC, NR, TO, TW, CR series), linear transfer systems (LS Hybrid, LS One, LS 280, LS Link), linear motor axes (HL, HN, HG), pick & place modules (HP), rotary units (ST, SH), gantry systems, granite-based precision systems, and customer-specific plates, machine frames, and control cabinets. These are paired with proprietary controls (TS005, EF2, EF3 indexer modules) and W.A.S. 2 software, including a 32-axis single-controller architecture and Twinstore-based virtual commissioning. The platform enables integration of mechanics, drives, and controls into complete mechatronic systems delivered to OEMs and production-line builders.

WEISS sells through a project-based, quote-driven model into four core verticals: Mobility (automotive body-in-white, e-motors, batteries, fuel cells), Life Sciences (medical devices, pharma, lab automation, microscopy), Electronics (PCB, sensors, semiconductors, photonics), and Machines (laser, metrology, packaging). Revenue mechanics rely on engineering co-development, multi-year program lifecycles, and recurring aftermarket exposure from an installed base, with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications supporting regulated customer requirements.

Name

weiss gmbh

Legal name

WEISS GmbH

Website

https://weiss-gmbh.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

WEISS GmbH is a German precision motion-control and mechatronic automation company selling rotary indexing tables, linear transfer systems, and integrated controls to OEMs in Mobility, Life Sciences, Electronics, and Machines across 17 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (3332)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Motion Control Components (Servos, Drives, Motors, Encoders) (IMAHAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH), Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)

Keywords

• Industrial automation equipment
• Rotary indexing tables
• Linear transfer systems
• Precision motion control
• Pick and place modules

Headquarters

HQ city

Buchen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of precision automation components including rotary indexing tables, linear axes, transfer systems, pick & place modules, gantry systems, precision systems, and machine bases.
2. Software & Control Systems: W.A.S. 2 application software and indexer control modules for commissioning and programming of automation components.
3. Control Packages: Complete mechatronic system packages including motor cables, encoder cables, and harmonized drive controllers.
4. Professional Services: Service and support including technical documentation, CAD downloads, and customer-specific solutions configuration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

WEISS GmbH manufactures and sells precision industrial automation components and mechatronic subsystems, including rotary indexing tables, linear transfer systems, linear motor axes, pick & place modules, rotary units, gantry systems, and precision systems, together with proprietary control hardware (indexer controllers) and W.A.S. 2 application software for configuring and operating up to 32 axes. The company sells complete control packages and customer-specific plates, machine frames, and control cabinets to OEMs and manufacturers across mobility, life sciences, electronics, and general machinery industries.

Product overview

WEISS GmbH is a manufacturer of precision automation hardware and motion control systems. The product portfolio centers on rotary indexing tables (TC, TR, NC, NR, TO, TW series), heavy duty tables (CR), linear transfer systems (LS Hybrid, LS One, LS 280, LS Link, LS Link Compact), linear motor axes (HL, HN, HG), pick and place modules (HP), and rotary units (ST, SH). These are complemented by precision systems including granite-based gantry systems, cross tables (MK), trunnion positioners, and assembly machines (Pick-o-Mat), as well as gantry systems (LP 2D Linear Portal, Compact Gantry, Multi Axis). Supporting components include customer-specific plates, machine frames (BASE), and control cabinets (CAB). Control infrastructure is provided through indexer controllers (TS005, EF2, EF3) and WEISS Application Software (W.A.S. 2 COMPACT, W.A.S. 2 SCALABLE), with complete mechatronic system solutions delivered as Control Packages. The products serve industry segments including mobility/automotive, life sciences, electronics, and general machine manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TC Rotary Indexing Table Robust, reliable, versatile fixed-station rotary indexing table used for precision motion control in automated assembly and manufacturing lines. Sizes range from 120 to 1,000 mm with 80,000 N permissible axial force.
• TR Rotary Indexing Ring Rotary indexing ring with a large central opening and extremely flat design intended for space-constrained automation applications.
• NC Rotary Indexing Table Robust, long-lasting, freely programmable rotary indexing table for flexible automation requirements.
• NR Rotary Indexing Ring Large central opening, flat, freely programmable rotary indexing ring designed for customizable automation systems.
• TO Torque Rotary Table Torque-driven rotary table delivering maximum switching speed and highest precision for high-speed automation applications.
• TW Rotary Table with Hybrid Drive Rotary table integrating a torque motor with high-precision drive technology for demanding automation tasks.
• CR Heavy Duty Rotary Indexing Ring Extremely durable heavy duty rotary indexing ring designed for horizontal and vertical automation applications.
• LS Hybrid Linear Transfer System Modular linear transfer system combining cam drive, belt, and linear motor section for complex processes requiring high process forces.
• LS One Direct Drive Linear Transfer System Dynamic, flexible, and efficient direct drive linear transfer system using linear motors for high dynamics and freely selectable motion profiles.
• LS 280 Linear Transfer System Fixed-cycle modular linear transfer system with cam drive and belt system for efficient production with reduced transport times.
• LS Link Precision Link Conveyor System Freely programmable servo motor and planetary gearbox-driven link conveyor system with station-specific programming independent of chain link length.
• LS Link Compact Link Conveyor System Precision link conveyor system for lightweight workpieces offering stability, dynamics, and cost-efficiency without overengineering.
• HL Linear Motor Axes Horizontal linear motor axis ready for installation in automation applications.
• HN Linear Motor Axes Extremely high dynamics linear motor axis ready for installation in precision automation.
• HG Linear Motor Axes Aluminum profile-based linear motor axis delivering extremely high dynamics for cost-effective automation applications.
• HP Pick & Place Module Extra slim, dynamic pick and place module ready for installation in automated assembly systems.
• ST Torque Rotating Unit High-precision torque rotating unit capable of rotating and pivoting with extreme precision for complex automation tasks.
• SH Lifting-Rotating Unit Combined lifting and rotating unit for automation applications requiring both vertical and rotational motion in a single device.
• LP 2D Linear Portal Modular plug and play 2D linear portal system for gantry-based automation.
• Compact Gantry 3D Gantry Directly driven 3-axis gantry system designed for dispensing applications in automated manufacturing.
• Multi Axis Gantry System Directly driven multi-axis gantry system for complex automation requiring multiple degrees of freedom.
• Granite Based Gantry System Customized granite-based precision gantry system for high-accuracy automation requiring exceptional thermal stability.
• MK Cross Table Precision cross table offering positioning accuracy in the micrometer range for high-precision automation.
• SR/SK Indexing Machine Base Indexing machine base for precision positioning in automated manufacturing systems.
• Trunnion Positioner 3D positioning system for multi-axis automation applications requiring complex orientation capabilities.
• Pick-o-Mat (PM) Assembly Machine Powerful and cost-effective assembly machine for automated manufacturing.
• Customer-Specific Plates Custom base plates, standing plates, and rotary plates designed to customer specifications.
• BASE Machine Frame Machine frames available from standard to fully individualized custom configurations.
• CAB Control Cabinets Customer-specific switch cabinet construction for control system integration.
• TS005 Indexer Module Basic control module for rotary indexing tables providing simple interface and operation.
• EF3 Rotary Indexing Table Controller Rotary indexing table controller with simple interface and operation directly on the device.
• EF2 Rotary Indexing Table Controller Rotary indexing table controller with fieldbus connection and graphical user interface.
• W.A.S. 2 COMPACT Application Software WEISS application software packaged for W.A.S. 2 COMPACT control systems to enable easy commissioning and programming of WEISS components.
• W.A.S. 2 SCALABLE Application Software Scalable WEISS application software for flexible control package configurations, supporting up to 32 axes on a single controller.
• Control Packages Complete mechatronic system control packages integrating W.A.S. 2 software, motor and encoder cables, and harmonized drive controllers for seamless system integration and virtual commissioning.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products available from size 120 to 1,000 mm with 80,000 N permissible axial force
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YiNGUAN (Shanghai YiNGUAN Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd.)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2025WEISS GmbH from Germany and Shanghai YiNGUAN Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. from China entered into a strategic technology partnership. The partnership aims to provide precision solutions in automation for the semiconductor industry.
• HeitecminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on digital engineering and advancement to digital engineering. According to HEITEC, there is room for increasing efficiency and learning throughout the mechanical engineering value chain regarding digitization.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wittenstein SE: German precision motion specialist producing low-backlash gearboxes, servo motors, and indexing systems for high-precision automation. Closest pure-play peer to WEISS — competing product-by-product in rotary indexing, linear motion, and mechatronic subsystems.
• Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG: German automation specialist offering PC-based control, servo drives, and linear motion products. Directly competes with WEISS's controller and motion control stack, particularly around multi-axis integration and EtherCAT-based architectures.
• Lenze SE: German drives and automation company producing inverters, servo drives, gearboxes, and controllers. Competes with WEISS in the motion control and mechatronic subsystem layer for industrial machinery and assembly automation.
• Moog Inc. Precision motion control specialist serving industrial and aerospace markets with high-performance servomotors, actuators, and motion subsystems. Compares to WEISS in precision positioning and high-dynamics motion applications.
• Schunk GmbH & Co. KG: German specialist in clamping, gripping, and rotary indexing technology for automated production. Directly comparable to WEISS in rotary indexing modules used on automotive and electronics assembly lines.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Rexroth AG: Division of Bosch offering drives, motion control, linear technology, and assembly technology used in factory automation. Overlaps directly with WEISS in indexing tables, linear axes, and assembly systems but competes as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Festo SE & Co. KG: Global pneumatics and electric automation company with a wide motion control and handling product line including rotary indexing, linear axes, and gantry systems, comparable to WEISS's portfolio but with stronger pneumatics heritage and global brand.
• Parker Hannifin Corporation: Global motion and control technologies conglomerate with significant presence in electromechanical and linear motion products. Overlaps with WEISS in precision rotary and linear motion for industrial automation.
• Yaskawa Electric Corporation: Japanese motion control, robotics, and drives manufacturer with strong position in servo motors and machine controllers. Competes with WEISS in motion subsystems for factory automation, particularly in Asian markets.

Emerging players

• Rollix (DEFION Technologies) / INDEX Aucoteam-style rotary indexer makers: Specialist manufacturers of indexing tables and rotary indexing solutions serving industrial automation. Niche overlap with WEISS in precision indexing for medical and electronics assembly.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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