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title: Electromechanical drive solutions as an alternative to hydraulics and pneumatics
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSmOHN2DNfQ

When it comes to precise and efficient motion sequences in machine and plant engineering, electromechanical systems are becoming increasingly important. ZIMM offers suitable solutions for applications where classic hydraulic or pneumatic systems reach their limits.

#### Why are more and more companies turning to electromechanical drive units?

A key advantage of electromechanical solutions is the electric drive – no pressurised oil or compressed air is required. This significantly reduces installation and maintenance costs and simplifies the system design.

#### What advantages do electromechanical systems offer over hydraulics and pneumatics?

- High positioning accuracy
- Repeatable position control
- Low maintenance
- Easy integration into existing control systems

#### In which applications are electromechanical drives particularly suitable?

Wherever precise movement, clean working environments and low-maintenance technology are required - for example, in machine and plant engineering, packaging technology or in testing and automation systems.

### Further links

## Videos

### Elektromechanische Antriebe von ZIMM: Alternative zu Hydraulik und Pneumatik

Hydraulik und Pneumatik stoßen in vielen Anwendungen an ihre Grenzen - elektromechanische Antriebslösungen von ZIMM bieten eine präzise, wartungsarme Alternative.

- [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSmOHN2DNfQ)