What's new at HEIDENHAIN

Discover encoders for the full spectrum of robotics and automation. Solutions from HEIDENHAIN, AMO, RENCO und RSF include dual and secondary encoders for advanced robotics. They also include secondary encoders that improve robot and cobot accuracy while enabling collision monitoring without additional torque sensors. And don't miss our inductive rotary encoders with added functionality, such as the ECI 1323 Splus and EQI 1335 Splus, which combine position feedback with built-in vibration analysis.

The key figures from our 2025 Environmental Declaration speak for themselves: 100% renewable energy, a recycling rate of 95% and a 28% reduction in CO₂ equivalents compared with 2022. HEIDENHAIN is ensuring its long-term viability by striving to maximize its energy self-sufficiency based on renewable sources. At the same time, it is implementing measures to save energy, reduce emissions and cut down on waste.

Thanks to TRUE IMAGE TECHNOLOGY, the Series 6 LC linear encoders and Series 1 RCN angle encoders from HEIDENHAIN maintain a clear image of their scales despite exposure to condensation and liquid contamination in applications such as machine tools. A special light-guiding element eliminates optical distortions, allowing these encoders to reliably deliver high-accuracy position feedback, even without purge air in many cases. The benefits include lower system costs and an up to 99% smaller carbon footprint.

Chiplet technology and new mid-end-of-line processes in semiconductor manufacturing have laid the groundwork for artificial intelligence, humanoid robots and self-driving vehicles. Advances in production miniaturization have downscaled the distance between electrical contacts to 2 microns, thus reaching a key milestone. But even smaller structures are attainable at greater throughput with the HEIDENHAIN encoders and ETEL motion systems being showcased at SEMICON West 2024.

The HEIDENHAIN VT 122 measuring camera and VTC software form a single intelligent system with the threefold functionality of a tool presetter, tool microscope and visual inspection aid. Providing accurate images of the tool's edges from within the machine envelope, the camera can also automatically measure a tool's length and diameter. Tool inspection and flank wear measurement can be performed from the convenience of your control or PC. Users benefit from reduced non-productive time, greater machining accuracy, fewer scrap parts and less rework.