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Zhenjiang, March 24, 2026 – On March 24, 2026, a team from SCHOTTEL GmbH, a world-leading manufacturer of marine propulsion and steering systems, visited Zhenjiang Jinye Propeller Co., Ltd. The visit focused on inspecting the company's advanced manufacturing capabilities, particularly the application of KUKA robotic arms for propeller blade grinding and finishing.
During the tour, Zhenjiang Jinye Propeller demonstrated how the KUKA robotic arm is used for precision grinding, deburring, and surface treatment of nickel-aluminum bronze (Cu3/Cu4) propeller blades. The automated system significantly improves consistency and efficiency while reducing manual errors and enhancing workplace safety.
Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Spay, Germany, SCHOTTEL GmbH has over a century of experience in developing and manufacturing azimuth propulsion and complete propulsion systems for vessels of all sizes. The company maintains approximately 100 sales and service locations worldwide.
Established in 2005 and located in Zhenjiang Jinkou Science & Technology Industry Park, Zhenjiang Jinye Propeller specializes in fixed-pitch propellers (FPP), controllable-pitch propellers (CPP), and various special marine propulsion components. The company has been continuously introducing high-end CNC and automated equipment to serve shipowners and shipyards worldwide.
Both parties held preliminary discussions on potential cooperation in areas such as controllable-pitch propellers and surface propellers. This visit further strengthened mutual understanding and laid a solid foundation for future technical collaboration.
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KUKA is a world-leading German manufacturer of industrial robots. Its robotic arms are widely used in welding, handling, grinding, assembly, and other manufacturing processes. In the marine propeller industry, KUKA robotic arms are mainly used for automatic grinding, deburring, and polishing of propeller blades.
High precision and stability – the robotic arm follows preset programs to ensure consistent finishing quality across all blades
Strong flexibility – it can handle different sizes and shapes of propeller blades, as well as various materials such as nickel-aluminum bronze and stainless steel
Intelligent control – equipped with force and vision systems, it senses contact forces during grinding and automatically adjusts movements for complex curved surfaces
Improved working environment – can be integrated into enclosed grinding cells to effectively collect metal dust, protecting operators' health
Durable design – special "Foundry" versions are available for harsh environments with high temperature and dust
Grinding and finishing of fixed-pitch propeller (FPP) blades
Deburring of controllable-pitch propeller (CPP) blades and hubs
Precision finishing of special propulsion components
Rough and fine grinding of large propeller castings
Zhenjiang Jinye Propeller Co., Ltd. has actively introduced KUKA robotic arms and other smart equipment to continuously upgrade its manufacturing processes. We not only supply high-quality propellers but also welcome customers to visit our modern production facility and see our automated grinding and finishing operations in person.
For more information about our products and technical capabilities, please contact us. Jinye Propeller – your reliable marine propulsion partner.
Contact
Phone: +86-15896356150
Email: chris@jinyepropeller.com
Add: 186 Jianxin Road, Jingkou Industrial Park, Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province
