"The Galaxie outperforms all other gearbox designs in terms of torque density, torsional stiffness, zero backlash and compact form," the fair noted. "It is also more energy-efficient and is suitable for a range of applications, including machine tools, robots, wind turbines and textile machinery.
“The Galaxie high-precision gearhead is an outstanding development and a prime example of Germany’s innovative drive,” said Dr. Johanna Wanka, the German federal minister for Education and Research. “Wittenstein AG has proved that with courage, creativity and determination a completely new kind of gearhead can be created. The company has also succeeded in embodying the future of industry – the networking of production and services – in its gearbox.”
Wahlster said this year's award demonstrates that "even in the digital age, springboard innovations are still possible, even when it comes to the basic fundamentals of motion in industrial drives."
Other companies nominated for the Hermes award were: ABB Automation, ContiTech, Next Kraftwerke and SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG.
