SCHLEIFRING moves the world

Exterior view of a SCHLEIFRING company building.

Older SCHLEIFRING employee sits in assembly and smiles.

It is the people who work for SCHLEIFRING who make the difference: their know-how and their expertise, and especially the way they deal with challenges and tread new paths. The way they support, inspire and motivate each other.

We consider complex technical challenges as the chance to be innovative. We recognize and embrace this: with purpose and courage. Hence, we find the best and most efficient solutions in a results-oriented manner. No matter how challenging the search may be, it arouses the tenacity that lies in each of us

At SCHLEIFRING we have understood the following: We are at our strongest when we precisely coordinate our activities and orientate them towards reaching our common goal. Our cooperative working climate is characterized by mutual esteem, solidarity and constructive openness: qualities that make us who we are.

Enthusiasm, inventiveness and the goal of pushing back the limits of technical feasibility further and further to meet future needs are the factors that drive us. This has enabled us to develop into a global technology leader who sets new standards: with progress “made in Germany”.

SCHLEIFRING stands for precision, safety and reliability under extreme conditions. We safeguard this through responsible actions that are not based on rules and standards alone. Our approach is characterized by calm and prudence, by diligence and empathy. This forms the basis of our work and builds trust.

A professional approach and productive meticulousness in all areas of the company lay the foundation for our universally perceptible culture of excellence. We are well aware that the details with regard to quality, aesthetics and added value make the difference. We live for our profession: in processes, in our image, in communication and at every workspace – at all times.

The future doesn’t just happen. It is the result of our decisions – and we make these by looking ahead and thinking strategically. Addressing challenges with an eye to the future and, at the same time, acting with foresight without losing sight of the present, that is our guiding principle.

Milestones

1974

Foundation of Schleifring GmbH in Türkenfeld

Exterior shot of SCHLEIFRING's first company building.

1975

Relocation to Fürstenfeldbruck

Construction site of SCHLEIFRING's first company building.

1977

First slip ring

1978

Production of the thousandth slip ring

1988

First radar slip ring

The start of highly complex slip ring systems for simultaneous transmission of power, data, signals and media

1990

Production of the one hundred thousandth slip ring

Start of production of the 100,000th slip ring.

1991

First fiber optic rotary joints (single-channel)

Expansion of the transmission portfolio with fiber optic cables. These fiber optic rotary joints can be used either on their own or integrated into a complete system.

Sketch of the first fiber optic rotary union.

1997

Development of contactless data transmission

Set-up of the new production site in Kaufbeuren

Exterior view of the Kaufbeuren production site.

1998

Start of series production of CT slip rings

With the first large customer orders, SCHLEIFRING enters the medical equipment business in order to establish itself there in the long term.

2000

SCHLEIFRING goes to the USA

Foundation of Schleifring North America, LLC as a direct subsidiary in the USA. Schleifring Medical Systems, LLC founded as a joint venture with GE Medical. The basis for series production of CT slip rings in the USA has been created.

Exterior view of the SCHLEIFRING USA company building.

2003

First gantry system

SCHLEIFRING profits from its wealth of experience in computer tomography and develops all-in-one systems for the baggage scanner market.

Inclusion of a gantry system for the baggage scanner market.

2006

Series production of wind turbine slip rings

Several wind turbine slip rings on a white background.

2009

Extension of the production facilities in Fürstenfeldbruck

The new building houses a large high-bay warehouse and there is also room for the incoming-goods and packaging departments. Additional production space provides more room for the production of complex hybrid transmission systems.

Aerial view of the production hall in Fürstenfeldbruck.

2010

Foundation of SCHLEIFRING China

Schleifring Transmission Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. starts work initially in Beijing. Already after a short period of time, the premises become too small and the relocation to Tianjin enables independent production of wind turbine slip rings for the Chinese market.

New corporate logo

SCHLEIFRING creates a symbol with a connection to the product: The inner circle represents the modules used in contacting transmission and the crescents surrounding it represent the brush blocks used in this transmission technology.

Exterior view of the SCHLEIFRING China company building.

2014

GigaCap HD

2016

First 3D components

With parts production using 3D printing, SCHLEIFRING takes a decisive step towards digital manufacturing. With this manufacturing technology for the series production of plastic parts, we guarantee maximum parts availability in conjunction with the highest level of precision, repeatability and dimensional accuracy. Fine details, sharp edges right through to the textures – Functional parts with top quality and isotropy. The digital manufacturing solution for an even broader range of applications and a high degree of customization.

New building for SCHLEIFRING USA

Exterior shot of SCHLEIFRING USA's new building.

2017

Slip ring configurator

Using the MIA configurator, industrial rotary joints can be customized according to customer requirements. Slip rings can be created by combining different power, signal and data modules.

2019

New building in Fürstenfeldbruck

SCHLEIFRING creates space for a large service area, for production areas and, above all, for seven new research and development laboratories in which to extensively test and validate new developments on the basis of prototypes. Service life, shock, vibration and every type of resistance to disturbances – everything is tested down to the last detail in order to guarantee the best-possible performance in conjunction with a long service life.

Series production of gantries

Exterior shot of the new building in Fürstenfeldbruck.

2024

New production building in Kaufbeuren

The sustainable building concept includes, among other things, a photovoltaic installation over the entire roof, a wood-pellet heating system, a modern machine shop for the manufacture of high-quality and, most importantly, durable products, and also the option of installing 30 EV charging stations in the newly built additional company parking lots.te.

Modular system for wind turbine slip rings

The pitch slip ring for wind turbines is an individually adapted slip ring based on a modular system. Rapid availability and maximum competitiveness together with SCHLEIFRING’s accustomed quality were given top priority during its development.

Exterior shot of the new production hall in Kaufbeuren.

2025

SCHLEIFRING’s new corporate design (CD)

In future the logo will be used mainly in the more slender version with the symbol next to the company’s name. The version with the symbol above the name is still available, but is now all in black. The new colors harmonize perfectly with each other, appear more dynamic and set SCHLEIFRING even further apart from its competitors.

2027

New production building in Fürstenfeldbruck

SCHLEIFRING invests in technical progress and creates space for the implementation of further customer requirements, for production methods that are fit for the future, and for new, inquisitive team members in order to master the constant challenges as a team.

Construction site of the new production hall in Fürstenfeldbruck.

Discover SCHLEIFRING

Every slip ring design is unique. We develop each one individually in order to meet the technical requirements of our customers. Innovation in design and manufacturing is our trademark. To achieve this, our engineers apply themselves with know-how and passion. This enables us to find the best solutions for our customers: with every single slip ring and for all fields of application.

Businessman in a white shirt looks thoughtfully out of the window.

Thinking ahead  for a livable future

Progress and corporate success are only possible in an intact environment. In a world that is fair, characterized by mutual esteem, and worth living in. We are committed to this and endeavor to make our contribution by assuming responsibility at all levels: for the health of our planet, for the quality of human life and for the societies in which we live. Today, tomorrow and also in the future.

Social responsibility

Our figures. Our motivation.

> 800

engineers and specialists

The skills, passion and experience of SCHLEIFRING’s employees form the perfect basis for outstanding results. We not only support our customers as an external supplier but also consider ourselves to be a strong development partner in our customer’s team.

10 %

for research and development

We conduct research in a committed, systematic and methodical manner. Over the past few decades we have been able to well-nigh perfect our application-oriented research. About 10% of SCHLEIFRING’s annual turnover flows into research and development.

340

gigabits per second can be transmitted.

In the medical technology sector, systems are currently in use that are able to transmit image data at up to 340 gigabits per second.

50 +

of engineering made in Germany

Requirements that are particularly complicated highlight the extraordinary passion of our employees – the “art of engineering” is taken literally here. SCHLEIFRING is the technology expert and has been the market leader for more than 50 years.

> 260

registered patents

We work successfully day in, day out on innovative and reliable transmission technology. To date, SCHLEIFRING has made several hundred trendsetting inventions, and we have applied for more than 260 patents.

> 6000

exclusive solutions for our customers

We are proud of the more than 6,000 exclusive solutions developed for our customers, and which not only provide them with significant advantages compared to the competition but also increase their profitability and ensure operational reliability.

years with the company

The SCHLEIFRING family is constantly growing. All new employees are supported by experienced experts, some of whom actually did their own training in the company. Decades ago.

SCHLEIFRING employee works with joy in assembly.

Careers at SCHLEIFRING

Our strengths include innovation, professionalism and enthusiasm for technical challenges. Are you looking for a team in which you can make a difference and help shape the future – and also your own future? In that case, apply to SCHLEIFRING and start the next phase of your career with us.

Career

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

SCHLEIFRING was established in 1974. For over 50 years we have stood for the highest level of precision and absolute reliability when transmitting data, electrical power, air and fluids between moving and stationary components.

SCHLEIFRING manufactures in Germany, China and the USA.

Our headquarters are in Fürstenfeldbruck near Munich (Germany). Further plants are located in Chelmsford (USA) and Tianjin (China). You can find more information about our locations here: https://www.schleifring.com/about-us/.

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Locations

SCHLEIFRING has built up a strategic network of production plants and sales and service subsidiaries all round the world. This enables us to be as close as possible to our customers and to help them quickly, no matter what they need.