NIEDERONZ, Switzerland, Sep 2, 2026 – Bystronic announces it has entered into an agreement to acquire Isochronic AG, a Swiss automation technology company specializing in high-speed robotic sorting systems and software for sheet metal processing. Isochronic will continue to operate under its own name.
The acquisition strengthens Bystronic’s automation portfolio and supports the company’s strategy to deliver integrated manufacturing solutions that increase customer productivity, flexibility and efficiency.
Founded in 2020 and headquartered near Lausanne, Switzerland, Isochronic develops advanced simultaneous pick-and-place robotics for automated material handling and sorting. The company’s technology combines innovative robotic kinematics with a proprietary software platform. Together they enable high-speed, heavy-duty sorting for laser cutting applications.
Isochronic’s technology expands Bystronic’s capabilities in automated sorting across a wide range of sheet formats while adding modern software architecture and robotics expertise. Bystronic’s industrial expertise and global reach will support the further development and broader deployment of Isochronic’s technology. The combination will accelerate the development of next-generation automation solutions and further enhance Bystronic’s offering for customers seeking highly automated production environments.
“We have a long-standing relationship with Isochronic, and their innovative technology perfectly complements our automation portfolio. Their expertise in high-speed robotic sorting and software development will strengthen our ability to deliver integrated manufacturing solutions that create measurable value for our customers.”, Domenico Iacovelli, CEO of Bystronic.
“We are excited about this next step with Bystronic. Our teams share the same passion for innovation and customer success. Together, we will be able to further develop our technology, accelerate innovation and make our automation solutions available to an even broader customer base.” said, Armin Haller, CEO of Isochronic.
About Isochronic
As part of the acquisition, Bystronic acquires the rights to Isochronic’s proprietary software and technology, enabling the further development and integration of the technology within Bystronic’s automation portfolio. For more information, visit https://isochronic.com.
About Bystronic
Bystronic is a leading international technology company in the field of sheet metal processing. Its focus is on automating the entire material and data flow of cutting and bending process chains. The intelligent networking of laser cutting systems and press brakes through innovative automation, software, and service solutions is essential for the widespread digitalization of the sheet metal processing industry.
Bystronic’s headquarters are located in Niederönz, Switzerland. Other development and production sites are located in Sulgen (Switzerland), Gotha (Germany), Cazzago San Martino and San Giuliano Milanese (Italy), Tianjin and Shenzhen (China), and Hoffman Estates (USA). We are also active in over 30 countries through our own subsidiaries and service companies, and are represented by sales agents in many other countries. Bystronic AG is listed on the Swiss stock exchange SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: BYS). For more information, visit https://bystronic.com.
