"It's a MATCH" ‒ not only is this true of the first cooperation project between handling technology specialists Zimmer Group and J. Schmalz GmbH, but it's also what the collaborative project is called. MATCH is a multi-functional end-of-arm platform that is fit for the future. Featuring an extensive range of functions and universal communication interfaces, MATCH is compatible with all common lightweight and conventional robots on the market. With the MATCH platform, these two technology leaders in their respective areas—Zimmer Group with a focus on mechanical grippers, Schmalz with vacuum-based technologies—combine the best of both gripping worlds.