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mateligent is a global leader in smart material systems.
With its subsidiary mateligent nititec GmbH, the group expands its expertise into high-performance shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator technologies.
nititec is at the forefront of developing and industrializing SMA-based system solutions.
Its first spin-off, nititec vacuum gripper GmbH, is bringing a truly disruptive vacuum gripping technology to the market – fully electric, without pneumatics or pumps.
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The Future of vacuum gripping
nititec Vacuum Gripper is a disruptive gripping technology that redefines how vacuum is created and applied.
Engineered as a modular toolkit, it enables vacuum-based handling for all non-porous materials – whether steel, glass, plastic, or aluminum; whether large, small, light, or heavy.
Without the need for pumps or pneumatics, the system delivers a lightweight, silent, and energy-efficient solution adaptable to a wide range of industrial applications. Designed for versatility, the nititec Vacuum Gripper allows engineers to configure gripping solutions precisely to their requirements, making vacuum handling simpler, cleaner, and more efficient than ever before.
Sensor can give you safty: Gripped? Vacuum ready? Is the suction membrane wearing out?
Repeatable silent gripping over millions of cycles.
Only the diaphragm itself needs maintenance. And when does the sensor tell you.
Our drives are leading the way in energy-efficient automation
Bus system, with or without sensors, onboard intelligence, re-gripping with leakage compensation, or simple gripping only
Frequently Asked Questions
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The vacuum drive itself weighs between 30g and 100g, depending on its function and size
Standard Drive
Optional Add-Ons for Maximum Flexibility:
Vacuum sensor – ensures secure holding and communicates directly with your control system
Bus system of choice – scalable connectivity (currently in development)
Re-grip function – intelligently compensates for micro-leakage to maintain reliable vacuum performance
The drive itself can withstand millions of cycles in a normal production environment.
The suction membranes are replaceable and will wear depending on the application.
We like to put it this way: Less than one year of compressed air.
With a 15-second cycle time using a 100 mm membrane, typical energy costs amount to around €500–1,000 per year. That means a return on investment in less than 12 months.
