ZELL Group

The tool industry demands uncompromising precision – from machining to cleaning and storage. Whether shrink-fit chucks, milling and drilling tools, clamping devices or complete systems: ZELL offers modular part carriers, load carriers and cleaning baskets that have been specially developed for these requirements.

As a partner of renowned manufacturers such as Oerlikon and Haimer, ZELL develops process-reliable carrier systems for machine tools and tool logistics – individually adapted, highly automated and ready for demanding manufacturing environments.

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Typical applications in tool manufacturing

✅ Handling of shrink-fit chucks, SK/HSK-/PSC tool holders
✅ Storage and transport of tool components or assemblies
✅ Cleaning before/after coating or quality inspection
✅ Protection of sharp edges, fitting surfaces and functional geometries
✅ Intermediate buffering in processing, coating, or logistics lines

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Particularly relevant for these target groups

Manufacturers of cutting tools
Clamping technology and holding fixture specialists
Tool regrinding & service providers
Coating service provider
Tooling logistics & maintenance departments

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Your Benefits with ZELL Part Carrier Systems

🛡️ Component protection with a system

Tools, cutting edges, guide surfaces and mounting areas are precisely fixed – for stress-free storage without frictional contact, even with complex geometries or sensitive surfaces.

🔁 Modular & versatile

ZELL systems feature a modular design for rapid retrofitting, flexible adaptation to various tool types, and high compatibility with standard containers such as KLTs or Euroboxes.

🧼 Cleaning compatibility included

Cleaning baskets enable residue-free flow and are resistant to cleaning media and temperature loads – ideal before coating, visual inspection or assembly.

♻️ Sustainable & reusable

All carriers are designed for long-term use and high circulation rates. This reduces packaging costs, lowers scrap and improves the sustainability balance sheet.

🤖 Automation & Traceability

Compatible with robot handling, palletizers, and testing systems – optionally with laser marking, DMC, or RFID for integration into digital tool processes.

⚡ Optional: ESD-compatible materials

Also available for hybrid components or sensor-equipped components with antistatic materials - safe & standard-compliant.

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Why ZELL?

ZELL does not supply catalog items – but customized solutions, developed together with your manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance departments. Our systems integrate into your processes – not the other way around.

ZELL has been a partner to manufacturers such as Oerlikon (surface technology, hard metals) and Haimer (clamping systems, tool presetting) for many years, with experience in series integration, special machine construction, and global multi-way management.

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Your benefits at a glance

✔ Precisely fitting fixation of complex tool shapes
✔ Stackable, easy to clean, automatable
✔ Modular for changing series & component variants
✔ Compatible with existing logistics systems
✔ Traceable & optionally ESD-safe
✔ Development & scaling with industry experience

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👉 Get a non-binding consultation now – and together with ZELL, implement the right carrier system for your tools, clamping devices or components. Contact us »

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FAQ

Which workpiece carriers are suitable for which applications?

Depending on the application, we recommend starting with our "Factory" workpiece carriers, as these can be configured both as inserts for Euro containers and as standalone functional carriers. More demanding applications are better suited to our reinforced "Carrier" or "Stainless Steel" carriers.

Can components be cleaned directly in the carrier?

Yes, all carriers are washable. Samples can be provided for specific critical process parameters.

Are the systems suitable for robots?

Yes, all workpiece carriers are compatible with automation systems, form a defined matrix, and can therefore be configured for robotic use. Components are arranged in such a way that grippers can be positioned accordingly. Because the carriers are designed to be cleanable, they are slightly heavier; therefore, their weight and center of gravity must be taken into account when handling the entire carrier.

What is the maximum temperature range?

Our plastic carriers operate reliably over extended periods at temperatures of approximately 60–70°C, and in some cases even at significantly higher temperatures during short cycles. Our stainless steel carriers—particularly the GRID carriers—can be used in furnaces at temperatures up to 1,200°C. For additional specifications, please refer to our material data sheets.

Can ESD requirements be met?

Yes, all plastic components can be manufactured with an antistatic additive. See also the data sheet in the Downloads section.

Can we produce custom clips?

Yes, ZELL can custom-manufacture component holders, as well as entire workpiece carriers or inlays for containers, as a single injection-molded component. We typically start by reviewing the more than 1,300 available variants using our ZELL configurator; if no satisfactory solution is found there, customers can work with our engineering team to develop a “new clip.” These can be tested in 3D and as prototypes before the corresponding injection mold is manufactured.

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