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Holistic Solutions for Quality, Automation and Data Intelligence

For more than 35 years, Ziemann & Urban has stood for customized solutions in testing and automation technology. As an owner-managed company, Ziemann & Urban develops and implements tailor-made systems that sustainably improve quality, efficiency and process reliability in industrial production.

With the three coordinated software solutions ZU-Vision, ZU-Control and ZU-Report, Ziemann & Urban provides a seamless approach across the entire value chain – from precise data acquisition and intelligent process control to comprehensive data analysis and evaluation.

ZU-Vision delivers high-performance industrial image processing and ensures reliable inspection and measurement results.

ZU-Control integrates measurement and control technology into efficient and transparent production processes.

ZU-Report transforms your data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and continuous process optimization.

The result is a fully integrated system that offers maximum transparency, complete traceability and outstanding flexibility. Companies benefit from a centralized data foundation, consistent workflows and the ability to efficiently manage even highly complex requirements.

With hardware and software developed entirely in-house, Ziemann & Urban ensures perfectly tailored solutions, fast response times and a high degree of adaptability. From standalone workstations to fully networked production lines, the systems can be scaled flexibly and integrated seamlessly into existing automation environments.

In the context of Industry 4.0, increasing product variability and rising quality demands, Ziemann & Urban provides a clear answer:
measure, inspect, automate – and turn data into value.

Maximum Flexibility in Industrial Machine Vision

In modern automation, machine vision is a key factor for quality, efficiency, and competitiveness.

With ZU-Vision, Ziemann & Urban introduces a powerful platform specifically designed for this purpose: maximum flexibility, high scalability, and reliable results – even in the most demanding applications.

 

ZU-Vision… because your quality allows no compromises.

 

A wide range of solutions based on “ZU-Vision” can be found in the solution database.

ZU-Control – Intelligent Measurement and Control Technology from a Single Source

Where precise inspection processes, reliable workflows, and maximum adaptability are required, ZU-Control creates the perfect synergy between measurement and control technology.

This powerful platform from Ziemann & Urban enables the centralized mapping, control, and intuitive visualization of complete inspection and machine processes – flexibly tailored to your individual requirements.

 

ZU-Control – for full control, intelligent processes, and measurable quality.

 

A wide range of solutions based on “ZU-Control” can be found in the solution database.

ZU-Report – Understand Data. Optimize Processes. Ensure Quality.

In modern production, vast amounts of data are generated every day – but the real value lies in their intelligent analysis.

With ZU-Report, Ziemann & Urban provides a powerful data mining tool that transforms your inspection and measurement data into actionable insights – enabling well-founded decisions and sustainable process optimization.

ZU-Report – because data only becomes valuable when it is understood.

 

For integration into higher-level line control systems and complex industrial installations, Ziemann & Urban delivers high-performance PLC and robotics solutions based on established automation platforms. In addition to systems from Siemens, PC-based control solutions from Beckhoff are also utilized, along with standardized interfaces and robotics integrations.

 

Standardized in concept – individually implemented.

 

The solutions are characterized by a structured implementation of interface requirements, high flexibility in integrating new hardware, and seamless integration into existing automation systems. The use of modular software components and standardized architectures ensures a sustainable reduction in engineering, commissioning, and maintenance efforts.

 

A wide range of implemented PLC and robotics solutions is documented in the solution database.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!

News

Ziemann & Urban at all about automation in Straubing

Meet Ziemann & Urban at all about automation in Straubing on June 10–11, 2026, and discover innovative solutions for industrial image processing, measurement and control technology, and data-driven process optimization.

 

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