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THK develops and manufactures high-precision linear motion guides components. The high quality and service life of the linear motion guides guarantees maximum equipment usability. Specialists in motion technology will gladly support you from development and the prototype phase right through to procurement and inventory management so that you are also securely positioned for the future.
"We have come to know Bachofen as a competent and trustworthy supply partner whom we can recommend at any time."
Heinz Röthlisberger Strategic Buyer, Fritz Studer AG, Steffisburg
"When sourcing linear guides, we contacted several suppliers. From our very first discussions with Bachofen’s consultants, we realised that they think in a solution-oriented way and possess in-depth technical expertise. This made the decision for Bachofen an easy one."
Dario Bee, Product Development Engineer
«The current market situation is forcing us to be even more cost disciplined. Thanks to Bachofen's flexibility, we can say: goal achieved!»
Rolf Furter, Head of Purchasing, Andritz Soutec AG
"We can absolutely rely on THK and Bachofen, and this important project has proved it once again."
Jürg Giger, technician at the Institute of Geotechnical Engineering of ETH Zurich
"I keep telling people: Technically skilled supply partners such as Bachofen help us to succeed. We engage in dialogue and gain product knowledge that we can use to make our machines even better and more efficient".
Peter Roth, Head of Production
«Bachofen provides us with technical support and is strongly committed to the availability of our preferred THK components. This gives us the strength to meet the high expectations of our customers.»
Remo Müller, Manager of Manufacturing / Purchasing
«As an innovative company, we need to constantly ask the question, ‘what can we improve and how?’ Bachofen is one of the suppliers who always help us find the right answers with their new ideas and technical input.»
Oliver Haegeli, Co-CEO
«We need our suppliers to help us remain competitive today and in the future. With Bachofen, we value the broad technical expertise, the specific specialist knowledge and the high level of responsiveness.»
Eric Schnyder, CEO
«Bachofen knows our requirements and supports us in procurement with consultation at a high technological level. Close communication with Bachofen’s specialists guarantees us that we will receive high-quality products and solutions that ensure the competitiveness of our machines.»
Benoît Zumsteg, CEO
«Bachofen also helps out with unconventional solutions when a component required at short notice is not immediately available. For example, for one important project, Bachofen technicians managed to modify THK linear guides from stock so that they fully met the requirements of the specific application.»
Marcel Hautle, Team Leader Clamping Unit
Here you will find answers to the most important questions about our linear guides. Learn more about choosing the right solution, the impact of environmental conditions, maintenance tips, and the different linear systems we offer. If you have any further questions, our technical sales team will be happy to assist you.
The choice depends on various factors, such as the load, speed, precision and environmental conditions. Heavy-duty linear guides are ideal for high loads (for example for machine tools), while curved linear guides (THK curved guides) are suitable for special movement requirements. Miniature linear guides are often used for small applications (for example in medical technology).
Dust, moisture and extreme temperatures can affect the performance and service life of linear systems. It is therefore important to take appropriate protective measures. Stainless steel linear guides (corrosion-resistant guides with additional surface coating) offer additional protection against corrosion.
Ball screw guides are characterized by their high precision and low friction. In contrast, roller guides can carry higher loads and offer very high accuracy, especially in machine tools. THK offers both types of linear guides.
Regular maintenance, correct lubrication and protection against contamination are crucial. A protective cover is helpful here.
High precision is important for applications that require exact movements and positioning, such as in semiconductor production or medical technology. THK linear guides are known for their high precision.
Bachofen AG offers a wide range of linear systems, including
In Switzerland, we are the official partner for THK in the field of linear guides (motion technology). Many of our linear guides are customised directly in our warehouse in Uster on a special machine.
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Regardless of whether it’s profile rail guides, ball screw drives or the electric drive technology product portfolio, fast repairs with a streamlined handling process are a matter of course for us.
If you have any questions about technical feasibility, please contact our internal technical sales team directly by sending an e-mail to: [email protected]