What is the difference between a screw jack and a worm screw jack?

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What’s the difference between screw jack and worm gear jack?

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17.11.2025

The terms “screw jack” and “worm screw jack” are often used interchangeably, as both are based on linear motion generated by a spindle and worm gear. ZIMM consistently uses the term “screw jack”.

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Jonathan Mildner | Head of Sales Technology

Jonathan Mildner heads the Sales Technology department at ZIMM. He is responsible for the design and safe integration of screw jacks, electromechanical actuators, and drive technology – including accessories from the ZIMM modular system, clearly defined interfaces, the safety concept, and complete documentation; he provides technical support for manufacturing to drawing (special parts/adaptations).

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