These three values define SAMA in Weissenstadt: a key part of the SACMI Tableware network and a provider of integrated technologies and customer services for ceramic production.
Flexibility, consistent quality, automation and process expertise are central requirements in today’s tableware industry. SAMA provides manufacturers with close support, from the initial product idea to the complete plant, by combining technology, practical know-how and process expertise.
The Weissenstadt headquarters, with its dedicated lab and pilot line, plays a central role within the SACMI Tableware network. Here, pilot tests are conducted to validate moulds, technologies and process solutions before implementation.
A comprehensive portfolio of technologies and services
Developed in close cooperation with the SACMI Tableware network, the SACMI Group portfolio covers all the main steps in the tableware production process: body and glaze preparation, forming, pressing, casting, drying, glazing, firing and finishing. Within this network, SAMA focuses on forming, glazing, handling, finishing and related process support, while body preparation and firing are covered through the wider SACMI Group portfolio, which includes Riedhammer’s skills set.
SAMA offers forming solutions such as isostatic pressing, pressure casting and jiggering. Based on product geometry, material, output volume and automation level, SAMA develops solutions that target product quality, process stability and efficiency.
The portfolio is complemented by glazing, finishing and foot polishing solutions designed for repeatable quality and flexible production management. This enables SAMA to support both high-volume industrial production and smaller, differentiated batches with high added value.
Integration with Lippert: automation and robotics
With the assimilation of Lippert, SAMA has significantly strengthened its skills in automation, robotics, production flow and storage systems. This allows customers to implement higher levels of automation across their production processes.
Lippert technologies complement SAMA’s forming, glazing and handling solutions. Together, they create a configurable technology platform that can be adapted to different production requirements and plant concepts.
Technical ceramics and special applications
SAMA’s proficiency also extends to technical ceramics, particularly ceramic insulator manufacturing. This field requires precise processes, stable quality and uniform material properties. SAMA provides technologies for key stages in the process such as extrusion, forming, glazing and firing, the latter in cooperation with Riedhammer.
By combining material expertise, machine design and integrated plant management, SAMA is well positioned to serve this specialized market segment.
Thirty years of SAMA innovation
From tableware to ceramic insulators, SAMA combines industrial experience, product development support, automation expertise and line integration. This makes SAMA a key technology partner for complex ceramic manufacturing processes.
Founded in 1996, SAMA now celebrates 30 years of business. The anniversary reflects both the company’s long-standing mastery and its continued role in the SACMI Group’s future-oriented development.