Zimmer Group spindle and motor spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles — the German reference manufacturer in industrial gripping and motor spindles, with applications spanning machine tools, machining centres and industrial robots. Not to be confused with Zimmermann, the German gantry milling machine manufacturer, which has its own separate page.
Zimmer Group, German specialist in gripping and motor spindles
TLDR: Zimmer Group is a leading manufacturer in the development of grippers, tool changers, rotary units, motor spindles and custom gripping system solutions, with more than 2,000 standardised references and particular expertise in motor spindles for machine tools, milling centres and end-of-arm robotic solutions.
Zimmer Group has established itself as a leading specialist in the development of grippers, tool changers, rotary units, motor spindles and custom gripping system solutions worldwide, with a range of more than 2,000 standardised grippers, swivel units and robotic accessories. For nearly 25 years, the company has been one of the most innovative in the woodworking sector, having notably developed in the 1990s and 2000s the world's first electrical interface on a machining head. Beyond wood, Zimmer Group also develops motor spindle solutions for the tyre, wheel and rim industry, as well as for electric vehicle battery production (cylindrical, prismatic or pouch cells), illustrating the diversity of sectors the manufacturer serves.
A range of HF motor spindles, air or liquid cooled, with automated magazine
TLDR: Zimmer Group motor spindles cover low, medium and high performance, with speeds reaching 24,000 rpm for 6 kW, air or liquid cooling depending on the range, and an automated magazine system allowing quick coupling for end-of-arm robotic applications.
Zimmer Group motor spindles come in air-cooled versions for low and medium performance, and in high-performance liquid-cooled versions for the most demanding applications, with specifications reaching 24,000 rpm for an S1 rated power of 6 kW and an S1 rated torque of 4.9 Nm on standard models. The exclusive use of vacuum-cast, hand-wound high-performance motors, manufactured in Germany, meets the highest performance requirements. HF motor spindles include an IO-Link communication module for diagnostics and preventive maintenance, with a dedicated magazine available for spindles not in use: automated coupling mechanism, ultra-flat construction, mechanical self-retention, compressed air and power transfer — a solution particularly suited to end-of-arm robotic applications, with specially designed changing units forming the reliable interface between the robot and the motor spindle.
Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Air-cooled motor spindles, low and medium performance
- Liquid-cooled HF motor spindles, up to 24,000 rpm and 6 kW
- Motor spindles with IO-Link communication module
- Motor spindles for robotic integration with automated coupling magazine
- Spindles of multi-spindle drilling heads for woodworking (up to 17 vertical spindles)
Interfaces and specifications
The Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles we repair cover rotation speeds of up to 24,000 rpm for a power rating of 6 kW, with air or liquid cooling configurations depending on the range — exact specifications to be confirmed on quotation according to the reference of your spindle.
Our expertise on your Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles
TLDR: Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles, with the same rigour as for the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnostics and service directly on your machine, in your production workshop, to limit downtime on your manufacturing line
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the automated coupling system, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Maintenance programme tailored to the production rates of your application (woodworking, robotic deburring, batteries), together with corrective action in the event of a breakdown
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, sealing refurbishment and rotation testing in the workshop, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Zimmer Group spindles
- An independent workshop, with no capital ties to manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
- Expertise in HF motor spindles and automated robotic coupling systems
- Two service sites: Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
- Support from the first intervention through to return to production
Turnaround and warranty
What we commit to on the Zimmer Group spindles we take in:
- On-site service within 48h
- Workshop repair: around 20 working days depending on parts availability
- 12-month warranty on all our repairs
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair liquid-cooled Zimmer Group HF motor spindles (up to 24,000 rpm)?
Yes, we work on these spindles, taking account of their specific cooling system.
Do you work on motor spindles fitted with the automated coupling magazine for robots?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, together with their associated changing unit.
How long does a full overhaul take?
Allow around 20 working days in the workshop, depending on the condition of the spindle and the availability of parts (bearings, seals, specific components).
Do you work on multi-spindle drilling heads for woodworking?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, whatever the number of spindles configured.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Zimmer Group spindles?
Yes, we set up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production rate.
A reliable partner for your industrial performance
Whether it is an emergency on-site intervention, a full workshop overhaul or a preventive maintenance programme, Brochexpress brings its expertise to your production. As an independent workshop, we work across all Zimmer Group spindles and motor spindles — motor spindles for machine tools and robotic applications — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: wood, tyres, batteries and automation.
Our teams are at your disposal from our sites in Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland) for a study of your needs, a diagnosis or a personalised quotation.
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Zimmer Group® is a registered trademark of Zimmer Group, a company with no connection to F. Zimmermann GmbH. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of Zimmer Group. Our business covers independent repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, permitted under the principle of referential trademark use (EU Trademark Directive 2015/2436 / French Intellectual Property Code, art. L.713-6).