German Engineering

B&Z Time Mover® Technology

For almost 30 years, TIME MOVER® watch winder technology has set the benchmark in the industry. Developed between 1995 and 1998 in a pioneering R&D project,  it was among the very first technologies to establish the entirely new category of private watch winders that passionate collectors had long awaited. 

Since then, the specifically developed motor and intelligent software have been continuously refined to reach the highest possible quality level. In 2007, the second generation of TIME MOVER® technology was introduced, featuring a newly developed drive designed for decades of reliable operation as well as a state‑of‑the‑art control unit with LED display. These advancements paved the way for ultra‑quiet operation and individually programmable settings for a wide range of watch models, supported by access to a dedicated database with precise parameters. Almost two decades later, in 2024, the third generation marked another milestone: a redesigned display for advanced usability and the introduction of an innovative deep sleep mode, reaffirming the ongoing commitment to technological excellence and innovation.

Regular durability tests in German high-tech laboratory are thoroughly executed and lead to the result of an average theoretical lifespan of 30 years for the patented Time Mover® technology if it is used correctly under the proposed conditions.

Over 100 highly exquisite retail partners globally recommend B&Z watch winders as first choice when passionate watch collectors look for technologically advanced and aesthetically attractive watch winders. Additionally, various leading Swiss luxury watch brands have worked with B&Z in the past (e.g. Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Jacob & Co.) and advice B&Z masterpieces to their clients.

B&Z High-Security Safe Technology

The High-Security Safe Technology is applied to every B&Z safe, ensuring uncompromising protection. At the core lies a multilayer steel body, special filling materials, and high-security German locking systems engineered with a redundant construction to guarantee continuous, seamless operation with full electrical and mechanical backup. Additionally, select high-security safes offer the option of the latest generation biometric security systems, integrating advanced fingerprint authentication for secure and convenient access.

Every B&Z safe combines the highest level of German engineering excellence, developed with passion and precision to protect the most valuable assets. All high-security safes are engineered and made in Germany and certified by Europe’s largest independent institute for security, VDS, reflecting an uncompromising commitment to quality and reliability. The B&Z safe collection covers security ratings from VDS I to VDS V, meeting the strictest industry standards.

B&Z Advanced Research Technologies

The Advance Research Technologies of B&Z are a result of the pioneering spirit of the brand and the passionate drive to push boundaries and to delight connoisseurs with never-seen-before technological features. Innovations like the Swing & Hide System (Grande Infinity collection), the Two-Way-Mirror Multi-System (Vision collection), the Vertical Open-Close-Hide-System (Private Museum collection), the Inbuilt Elevating System (Grande Illusion collection) and the Mystery Lock (Spectron collection) are a strong testament of the Advanced Research philosophy and are today cornerstones of admired collections as well as in some cases influenced the whole industry. 

Clients who decide for a project with our B&Z BESPOKE MANUFAKTUR which goes beyond our collections have full access to our advanced research technologies and can combine these individually according the project’s wish list.