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Get started with maximum efficiency. With Hoffmann Group Connected.

Automation does not have to be a huge project. The Hoffmann Group provides you with scalable solutions, ranging from partial automation with automatic loading and unloading to autonomous production with permanent process monitoring. Our connected tools, digital manufacturing and industrial vending solutions integrate seamlessly and optimize your processes. This makes efficiency improvements not just a goal, but a reality.

You have a challenge - we have the solution

Long search or set-up timesUnplanned machine downtimesDocumentationManual and error-prone processes

"In the past, the simplest routine work used to take my time."


With automated processes such as vibratory finishing, also known as barrel finishing, you gain valuable time to use your specialists efficiently.

"How often is the tool you just need not there."


Access the right tool with vending systems: No search times, no frustration, no problems.

"I was often unsure if everything was going according to plan. If you ask, you are the annoying boss."


With digital manufacturing processes, you always have full transparency in real time: Without asking questions, without stress, without a bad image.

Long times spend for set-up and searching for tools minimise your machine utilisation

The following Hoffmann Group Connected solutions will help you to tackle this challenge

Hoffmann Group Connected Manufacturing

  • Digital tool administration
  • Digital production order management
  • Basis for digital production processes

Find out more about Connected Manufacturing

Up to 90% boost in productivity
(Depending on the specific initial situation)

Complete assurance against an exodus of knowledge

Complete transparency over the production process

Hoffmann Group Connected Metrology

  • Digital measuring equipment management
  • Audit-proof measuring equipment management

Find out more about Connected Metrology

Up to 90% boost in productivity
(Depending on the specific initial situation)

Complete assurance against an exodus of knowledge

Complete transparency over the production process

GARANT & HOLEX industrial vending solutions

  • Simple C-part management
  • Automatic scheduling via eShop or customer systems
  • Documented tool stock management

Find out more about GARANT & HOLEX vending solutions

20 – 30% less wastage

40 – 60% lower process costs

20 – 30% lower material costs

GARANT Automation

  • Frees employees from routine activities
  • Set up in parallel to the main time
  • Set up/program the system to a new component within 5 – 20 minutes
  • Training usually takes approx. 4 hours due to intuitive operation
  • Can be connected to any existing machine (no automation interface required)

Find out more about GARANT Automation

ROI in under 2 years possible

30% reduction in machine hourly rates possible

Up to 30% short-term sales growth possible

Almost 90% spindle hourly running time can be achieved

GARANT ZeroClamp

  • Maximum freedom in the set-up of your clamping points on the component
  • he component can be machined on five sides
  • Better usage of production machines by increasing the productive time
  • Process reliability by means of high holding forces and vibration-damping
  • Extremely simple to use, meaning it is also suitable for unskilled workers

Find out more about GARANT ZeroClamp

Time saving: Up to 90% time saving through reduced set-up, changeover and non-productive times

Increased productivity: Up to 70% more productivity in your production process

Complete control over the reproducibility of the workpiece/tool clamping

Unplanned machine downtimes reduce your output

The following Hoffmann Group Connected solutions will help you to tackle this challenge

GARANT Automation

  • Frees employees from routine activities
  • Set up in parallel to the main time
  • Set up/program the system to a new component within 5 – 20 minutes
  • Training usually takes approx. 4 hours due to intuitive operation
  • Can be connected to any existing machine (no automation interface required)

Find out more about GARANT Automation

ROI in under 2 years possible

30% reduction in machine hourly rates possible

Up to 30% short-term sales growth possible

Almost 90% spindle hourly running time can be achieved

GARANT ZeroClamp

  • Maximum freedom in the set-up of your clamping points on the component
  • The component can be machined on five sides
  • Better usage of production machines by increasing the productive time
  • Process reliability by means of high holding forces and vibration-damping
  • Extremely simple to use, meaning it is also suitable for unskilled workers

Find out more about GARANT ZeroClamp

Time saving: Up to 90% time saving through reduced set-up, changeover and non-productive times

Increased productivity: Up to 70% more productivity in your production process

Complete control over the reproducibility of the workpiece/tool clamping

GARANT & HOLEX industrial vending solutions

  • Simple C-part management
  • Automatic scheduling via eShop or customer systems
  • Documented tool stock management

Find out more about GARANT & HOLEX vending solutions

20 – 30% less wastage

40 – 60% lower process costs

20 – 30% lower material costs

Documentation is time-consuming and usually incomplete

The following Hoffmann Group Connected solutions will help you to tackle this challenge

Hoffmann Group Connected Manufacturing

  • Digital tool administration
  • Digital production order management
  • Basis for digital production processes

Find out more about Connected Manufacturing

Up to 90% boost in productivity
(Depending on the specific initial situation)

Complete assurance against an exodus of knowledge

Complete transparency over the production process

Hoffmann Group Connected Metrology

  • Digital measuring equipment management
  • Audit-proof measuring equipment management

Find out more about Connected Metrology

Up to 90% boost in productivity
(Depending on the specific initial situation)

Complete assurance against an exodus of knowledge

Complete transparency over the production process

GARANT & HOLEX industrial vending solutions

  • Simple C-part management
  • Automatic scheduling via eShop or customer systems
  • Documented tool stock management

Find out more about GARANT & HOLEX vending solutions

20 – 30% less wastage

40 – 60% lower process costs

20 – 30% lower material costs

Hoffmann Group Connected Tools (HCT)

  • Avoid human errors with digital data transmission for reliable quality and process reliability
  • Faster measurement incl. automated documentation
  • Productivity and personnel efficiency thanks to short training times due to operator guidance

Find out more about HCT Connected Tools

50% shorter documentation time for measurement and torque values

Completely avoid transmission errors

Manual processes are error-prone

The following Hoffmann Group Connected solutions will help you to tackle this challenge

GARANT Automation

  • Frees employees from routine activities
  • Set up in parallel to the main time
  • Set up/program the system to a new component within 5 – 20 minutes
  • Training usually takes approx. 4 hours due to intuitive operation
  • Can be connected to any existing machine (no automation interface required)

Find out more about GARANT Automation

ROI in under 2 years possible

30% reduction in machine hourly rates possible

Up to 30% short-term sales growth possible

Almost 90% spindle hourly running time can be achieved

GARANT ZeroClamp

  • Maximum freedom in the set-up of your clamping points on the component
  • The component can be machined on five sides
  • Better usage of production machines by increasing the productive time
  • Process reliability by means of high holding forces and vibration-damping
  • Extremely simple to use, meaning it is also suitable for unskilled workers

Find out more about GARANT ZeroClamp

Time saving: Up to 90% time saving through reduced set-up, changeover and non-productive times

Increased productivity: Up to 70% more productivity in your production process

Complete control over the reproducibility of the workpiece/tool clamping

GARANT & HOLEX industrial vending solutions

  • Simple C-part management
  • Automatic scheduling via eShop or customer systems
  • Documented tool stock management

Find out more about GARANT & HOLEX vending solutions

20 – 30% less wastage

40 – 60% lower process costs

20 – 30% lower material costs

GARANT GMT35

  • Consistent quality and rejection of faulty parts
  • High system availability (multi-shift operation)
  • Efficient personnel deployment

Find out more about GARANT GMT35

Machining time is reduced by up to 60%
(Depending on the size and number of components)

Hoffmann Group Connected Tools (HCT)

  • Avoid human errors with digital data transmission for reliable quality and process reliability
  • Faster measurement incl. automated documentation
  • Productivity and personnel efficiency thanks to short training times due to operator guidance

Find out more about HCT Connected Tools

50% shorter documentation time for measurement and torque values

Completely avoid transmission errors

Four success stories – what our customers have to say

GARANT ZeroClamp

“Up to 50% time savings during milling”

GARANT ZeroClamp has proven to be an indispensable cornerstone in production at Moll Automatisierung GmbH and has become an integral part of the company that it can no longer imagine doing without.

To customer story

Connected Manufacturing & Connected Metrology

“Organising calibration times more effectively”

The Hoffmann Group is making machine manufacturer Ortmanns fit for the future with Connected Manufacturing and Connected Metrology.

To customer story

GARANT Tool24

“Security of supply and transparency in tool storage”

Thanks to the innovative GARANT Tool24, GMT Wintersteller has not only made their procurement process significantly faster, but also achieved considerable time savings thanks to prompt quotation creation.

To customer story

GARANT Automation

“It’s great that it makes automated loading so simple”

“Innovative and efficient – how the company ISH HUTTER is countering the shortage of skilled workers and boosting its production capacities thanks to the GARANT Turntable automation robot.

Additional success stories

Discover more potential for increased productivity with Hoffmann Group Connected

Solutions for tomorrow's manufacturing

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Attractive & safe work environment

Your challenges:

  • Create a productive, future-proof work environment
  • Keep personnel motivated and and loyal
  • Ensure health and safety
  • Establish representative production spaces and workforce appearance

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Digital documentation & data management

Your challenges:

  • Keep tool and order data up-to-date and available
  • Simplify production processes and ensure easy data transfer
  • Meet documentation duties reliably

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Reliable supply & procurement

Your challenges:

  • Optimise workflows and improve efficiency
  • Ensure stock management and accurate orders
  • Pool suppliers and simplify processes
  • Comply with approvals and regulations

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