Advanced Machine & Engineering is the exclusive North American provider of SITEMA® Safety Solutions—a globally recognized line of clamping units and linear brakes that act on round rods. SITEMA (based in Germany) is the only company in the world specializing exclusively in this field of rod clamping and braking technology, a focus that has made them the international leader in safety catchers and clamp units. With SITEMA’s products, you can equip your machinery with devices that automatically secure loads during power loss, provide redundant safety for vertical axes, and deliver precise locking for positioning tasks. From preventing a press ram from free-falling to holding a robotic arm in exact position, SITEMA solutions cover a wide range of applications where uncontrolled movement is not an option. We have partnered with SITEMA since 1992, bringing decades of expertise to our customers in applying these safety devices effectively.
- Fail-Safe, Power-Off Clamping | Automatic spring-engaged, power-released locks secure loads during power or pressure loss.
- Infinitely Variable Positioning | Secure clamping at any position along the rod, enabling precise and flexible positioning without fixed notches.
- Pneumatic or Hydraulic Actuation | Easily integrates with existing pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder systems.
- Bi-Directional Holding | Equal holding force in both tension and compression directions, ensuring stability in all directions.
- High Clamp Force | Supports load capacities from several hundred pounds up to 80,000 lbf, ideal for a wide range of cylinder sizes and press applications.
- Rugged Reliability | Heavy-duty, industrial-grade construction with proven safety performance and certified compliance (OSHA/DGUV); engineered and manufactured in the USA.
