01↗
Engineering & Mechanical Design
Product development, concept studies and production-ready 3D CAD designs for machinery, equipment and new products.
- Feasibility studies
- Product development
- 3D CAD design
- Drawings & bills of materials
Mechanical engineering company · Switzerland
Engineering for machinery, robotics and custom solutions.
Niederberger Engineering develops products, machines and mechatronic systems — from feasibility studies and 3D CAD design to FEM analysis, controls, manufacturing support, assembly and commissioning.
Mechanical EngineeringSpecial-Purpose MachineryRoboticsAutomationFEMCrane Engineering
Engineering services
Integrated engineering from one partner.
From the first technical question to a working machine: development, design, analysis, automation and realization support are coordinated as one engineering process.
02↗
Special-Purpose Machinery & Plant Engineering
Custom machines and automation systems when standard solutions are technically or economically insufficient.
- Special-purpose machines
- Fixtures & tooling
- Prototypes
- Assembly & commissioning
03↗
Robotics, Mechatronics & Automation
Mechanics, electronics, sensors and software combined into robust industrial systems.
- Robotic systems
- PLC programming
- Control systems
- Sensors & actuators
04↗
FEM, Simulation & Engineering Analysis
Traceable engineering verification and optimized designs using static, dynamic and thermal analysis.
- ANSYS / FEM
- Gear calculations
- Motion analysis
- Design to standards
05↗
Crane Engineering & Facade Access Systems
Custom lifting, access and facade maintenance systems for industry, buildings and demanding special applications.
- Crane design
- Facade access systems
- Work platforms
- Structural verification
06↗
Reverse Engineering & Technical Service
Understand, improve and restore existing machinery — including manufacturing support and technical service.
- Reverse engineering
- Manufacturing partners
- Repair & maintenance
- Test documentation
Engineering partner in Switzerland
Mechanical engineering, product development and automation for demanding technical tasks.
Niederberger Engineering combines classical mechanical engineering with mechatronics, robotics and simulation — especially valuable when a project spans several engineering disciplines.
From Altdorf UR and Oberdorf NW, we support SMEs, industrial companies and technology businesses across Central Switzerland, throughout Switzerland and on selected international projects.
Selected references
Engineering proven in real applications.
Selected projects from mechanical engineering, robotics, automation, steel structures and facade access technology.
Project process
Structured from technical task to working solution.
A transparent development process creates technical clarity and a reliable basis for each next decision.
Start a project ↗- 01
Understand
Requirements, target state, load cases, constraints and existing systems are clarified together.
- 02
Conceptualize
We develop variants, evaluate technical and economic aspects and create a clear decision basis.
- 03
Develop
The selected concept is designed, calculated, simulated and developed to production readiness.
- 04
Realize
Prototype, manufacturing, assembly and controls are coordinated with proven technology partners.
- 05
Commission
Testing, documentation, optimization and handover support a safe start in operation.
Niederberger Engineering AG
Family-owned engineering company with experience since 1991.
Since 1991 we have developed products, machines, automation solutions and technical processes. Our focus is on solutions that are technically sound, economically sensible, safe, maintainable and realizable.
Direct contacts, short decision paths and a proven network of manufacturing and technology partners make us a flexible engineering partner for SMEs and industry.
11 selected milestones from 31 stages
Family business
Passing on experience. Developing the future.
Joel and Anton Niederberger manage the company personally, combining long engineering experience with modern technology and direct customer communication.
Family companies & partners
Our companies. Proven partners.
The Niederberger family companies complement our engineering with specialized technologies. External manufacturing and technology partners extend the network for individual projects.
01
Niederberger family companies
Technologies developed through our own entrepreneurship.
Robotics & cleaning systems
SERBOT AG
Swiss technology company for mobile service robots, cleaning robotics and systems for demanding facade and photovoltaic surfaces.Visit company
Cleaning drones & automation
WINDRON
WINDRON develops industrial drone-cleaning systems for facades, glass, photovoltaic systems and hard-to-reach surfaces.Visit company
Medical technology
TRIMED AG swiss
Swiss medical-technology development including pump systems, cable-robot technology and bioprinting applications.Visit company
Additive concrete manufacturing
Imprimere AG
Imprimere develops large-format concrete 3D-printing technology and automation solutions.Visit company02
Technology & manufacturing partners
Specialists in manufacturing and digital product development.
M. Camenzind Mechanik AG
CNC manufacturing & assemblies
M. Camenzind Mechanik AG
Precision manufacturing of milled and turned components, prototypes and small production runs.Visit website
Precision components
Tepros GmbH
Manufacturing partner for precision CNC turned and milled components with strong technical support.Visit website
CAD software & simulation
SOLIDWORKS
3D CAD, simulation and technical drawings for integrated engineering and product-development workflows.Visit websiteSelected customers
Engineering for established industrial companies.
References from transport, industry, energy, plant engineering and infrastructure.
SBB Schweizerische Bundesbahnen
Turntable engineering for the Egerkingen site
Garaventa AG
Engineering cooperation in ropeway and mechanical systems
Villiger Entsorgungssysteme AG
Underground waste-disposal system
Airbus
Work platform and service solution for Airbus Toulouse
ABB
Industrial engineering cooperation
Schindler AG
Service lift and shaft access system
KIEBLER AG
Cooperation in crane and mechanical engineering
ZWILAG Zwischenlager Würenlingen AG
Technical project support and engineering
Swiss Steel Group
Engineering support for industrial applications
Marina Mall Abu Dhabi
Revolving restaurant in Marina Tower, Abu Dhabi
ewz
Technical project support and engineering
ANDRITZ Hydro
Transport equipment for turbine components
RITEC AG, Vaduz
RITEC AG, Vaduz
Engineering project cooperation in Liechtenstein
GUT Elemente AG
Crane hook fork and transport solution
Bächtold Landtechnik
Hay crane and custom crane engineering
Danilift
Three-axis arm for an aerial work platform
Eisenmann
Eisenmann
Automated storage/retrieval and automation system
Maerz Ofenbau AG
Inclined conveyor and steel structure engineering
Displayed brands and logos remain the property of the respective companies.
Frequently asked questions
Mechanical engineering services explained clearly.
Answers about design engineering, special-purpose machinery, FEM analysis, robotics and our geographic coverage.
Which mechanical engineering services does Niederberger Engineering provide?
We provide feasibility studies, product development, concept and detailed design, 3D CAD, FEM analysis, robotics and automation, special-purpose machinery, technical documentation and support through manufacturing, assembly and commissioning.
Does Niederberger Engineering develop complete special-purpose machines?
Yes. We support special-purpose machines and automation systems from requirements and concept through design, analysis and controls to manufacturing, assembly and commissioning with proven partners.
Can you handle individual FEM analyses and design packages?
Yes. In addition to complete projects, we undertake clearly defined engineering packages such as ANSYS FEM analysis, gear calculations, motion analysis, 3D CAD design and production-ready drawing sets.
Do you have experience in robotics, crane engineering and facade access systems?
Yes. Our reference history includes cleaning robots, mobile robotics, waste-handling cranes, hay cranes, work platforms, service lifts and several facade access systems.
Where does Niederberger Engineering work?
Our headquarters are in Altdorf UR with a branch in Oberdorf NW. We support customers across Central Switzerland, throughout Switzerland and internationally where appropriate.
Contact
What technical challenge can we help you solve?
Tell us about your idea, machine or engineering challenge. We will contact you personally to discuss the next sensible steps.
Follow Niederberger Engineering
Headquarters
Altdorf, Uri
Industriezone Schächenwald6460 Altdorf UR
Switzerland
Branch office
Oberdorf, Nidwalden
Schinhaltenstrasse 20a6370 Oberdorf NW
Switzerland