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Getzner presents earthquake-proof machine bearing

Vibration protection expert Getzner Werkstoffe is expanding its portfolio to include an earthquake-resistant bearing specially designed for building services installations in exposed locations. Isotop DZE 3D fulfils all seismic requirements and, for the first time, can dampen horizontal forces as well as compressive and tensile forces. It ensures machines and systems are securely anchored, including in the transport sector. The innovative chamber design is protected by a European patent. A vibration-damping machine bearing, explicitly developed technical systems in wind-exposed locations and earthquake regions, is a new innovation. The Isotop DZE 3D vibration damper absorbs load influences such as earthquake shocks and external forces, like those generated during braking, remaining completely unscathed. It also serves to securely anchor the equipment in place. “Strong winds often exert alternating lateral pressure, for example on a heating, ventilation or air conditioning (HVAC) system on the roof. The Isotop DZE 3D bearing effectively offsets this,” explains Dominik Riedel, Technical Manager at Getzner Spring Solutions. “The machine bearing successfully compensates for strong lateral displacements and has even been proven to withstand earthquakes without incurring any damage. This plays an important role in protecting the machinery or equipment being borne. Its properties also make it ideal for use in the transport sector.” Load capacity far beyond standard limits The vibration damper’s high load-bearing capacity has also been confirmed by independent experts. The recognised testing institute for seismic requirements EUCENTRE (European Centre for Training and Research in Earthquake Engineering) in Pavia, Italy, carried out a series of earthquake simulations. After the Isotop DZE 3D bearing had survived the load limit of the earthquake simulator unscathed, further inspections did not reveal any visible damage or significant deformation whatsoever. Getzner has also tested the elements up to plastic deformation in its own laboratory in order to be able to offer maximum safety. “With this Isotop product, the anchored objects can move sideways to an unprecedented extent without sustaining damage. The bearing always returns to its original position,” emphasises Rico Link, Project Engineer at Getzner Spring Solutions GmbH. Patented chamber designThe high level of vibration protection is achieved thanks to the innovative design. Trademarked materials developed by Getzner which have been proven in the field for decades form the basis of the new product. A patented chamber design provides space for Sylomer, Sylodyn and Sylodamp inserts, effectively preventing the transmission of vibrations. The internal structure of the Isotop DZE 3D allows the threaded rod, with which the machine bearing is bolted to the object to be protected, to be set at a considerable angle: an inclination of up to 35 degrees is possible without creating sound bridges. “Even a larger inclination is not a problem. Although the vibration-insulating effect is then no longer present, the machine bearing is not damaged,” says Dominik Riedel. This is because Getzner has completely dispensed with bolt or rivet connections, which could break under load. What’s more, the housing is also made of solid die-cast stainless steel.“Isotop DZE 3D protects elastically mounted machinery perfectly against external influences such as wind or earthquakes. The bearing can easily absorb high horizontal accelerations,” emphasises Dominik Riedel. Isotop DZE 3D is available as standard in four types with different load limits, from 200 kg to 1,200 kg per element, and is available for immediate delivery.

Internoise

Getzner receives Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for Sylomer and Sylodyn

Bürs (AT). Getzner publishes relevant properties of two materials through an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) to provide construction professionals with well-founded information about the products: Sylodyn and Sylomer are primarily used as vibration dampers and for noise reduction in the construction industry, rail transport, and mechanical engineering. The EPD serves as a basis for sustainable decision-making in construction.

Getzner receives EPD for Sylomer® and Sylodyn®

Getzner receives the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for the materials Sylomer® and Sylodyn®, awarded by the renowned Institute for Building and Environment (IBU). The symbolic handover of the certificates took place during BAU 2025, the world's leading trade fair for architecture, materials, and systems in Munich. This EPD documents the environmental performance of our materials throughout their entire lifecycle and emphasizes our commitment to innovative and sustainable solutions in vibration protection.

WRI Conference

Protection against vibrations and noise in urban areas

Bürs/Munich (AT/DE): Getzner Werkstoffe is presenting sustainably produced and effective sound and vibration protection solutions to construction planners and urban developers at the BAU Munich 2025 trade fair. In addition to the material Relomer, which is based on recycled polyurethane, the company will be presenting its expanded product range for impact sound isolation with regard to sustainability. In over 20 live presentations at the stand, the experts will shed light on the challenges posed by vibrations and noise in urban areas.

Getzner Werkstoffe wins the ‘Austria's Leading Companies Vorarlberg’ award

Getzner Werkstoffe took first place in the ‘Large Companies’ category of the Austria's Leading Companies Award in Vorarlberg. ‘Die Presse’, Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) and the Kreditschutzverband von 1870 (KSV) were once again looking for the best performing companies in Austria this year. The jury's decision was based on a mix of key figures from the balance sheets of the past three years. The state winners from Vorarlberg were chosen on 7 October 2024 in Bregenz.Getzner Werkstoffe prevailed against numerous top Vorarlberg companies and secured first place in the ‘large companies’ category. This includes companies that generate an annual turnover of more than 50 million euros.In 2023, Getzner Werkstoffe achieved a turnover of 168 million euros. ‘We are very satisfied. The expansion and upgrading of railway lines for green mobility is the key issue, and our solutions are in demand worldwide. And not only in applications where vibration protection is obviously necessary. It's also increasingly about sustainability: long service life, extending the service life, less maintenance, resilience in general,’ says Jürgen Rainalter, Chief Executive Officer of Getzner Werkstoffe.Learn more (only available in German): https://www.diepresse.com/18940503/getzner-werkstoffe-reduziert-erschuetterungen

TRAKO

Isotop® DZE 3D - safety redefined

Discover our latest product innovation: the Isotop® DZE 3D. The innovative design ensures that horizontal forces are absorbed as reliably as compressive and tensile forces. It skilfully exploits these strengths, especially in challenging environments: The Isotop® DZE 3D fulfils seismic requirements and is the perfect solution for applications in the transport sector or for wind-exposed installations. Earthquake shocks and high accelerations are absorbed non-destructively by the Isotop® DZE 3D.

Getzner continues to expand recycling and material cycles

Bürs, Bludenz (AT): Getzner Werkstoffe acquired 60 per cent of the shares in Austrian plastics processor TecInn GmbH in August 2024. Last year, Getzner already founded its own company for circular material management: Getzner Circular Technologies GmbH. The stake in TecInn now brings additional expertise and capacities.

Fair Bygg

Getzner sees green mobility as an opportunity

Getzner to showcase how sustainable vibration isolation works at InnoTrans

Exciting Project Update: Yanchep Line Extension Accelerating Perth Metronet Project

We are pleased to announce a major leap forward in the Perth Metronet Project with the Yanchep Line Extension.

Exihibition - IREE 2025 (Railway and Industry)

Exciting new innovation collaboration between GCRE and Getzner

We are excited to announce a groundbreaking collaboration between the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) and Getzner. This partnership marks a significant step towards advancing innovation in elastic components for the railway industry.