Types of robots for industry

What types of robots are there and which one is right for your application? There are many factors that influence the selection of the suitable robot. Here you can find a compact overview of the most common robot types manufactured by igus in Germany and tips on how to use them.

The right robot for every application scenario

Cobot

... when it needs to be collaborative

Up to 2.0kg load capacity
664mm reach
Pick & place, screwing, assembly

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Articulated arm robot

... when it needs to be flexible

Up to 3.0kg load capacity
790mm reach
Pick & place, handling, welding

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Linear robots

... when it needs to be strong

Up to 10kg load capacity
±0.5mm repeatability
Palletising, gluing and dosing, screwing

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Delta robot

... when it needs to be fast

Up to 5.0kg load capacity
60 picks/minute
Sorting, conveyor belt picking, quality assurance

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SCARA robot

... when it needs to be precise

Up to 3.0kg load capacity
±0.5mm precision
Laboratory automation, pick & place

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7th axis

... when it needs to have more range

Simple integration of almost all manufacturers
Up to four times larger working area
CE-compliant system

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Mobile robotics

... when it needs to drive autonomously

50kg load capacity + up to 100kg towing weight
Integrated fleet management
Simple integration

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Robot accessories

... when it needs to be a complete solution

Choice from over 150 manufacturers
Compatibility guarantee
95% of all solutions under €12,000

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Modular robotics

... when it needs to be expandable

Flexibly expandable systems
Customised solutions
Infinite combination possibilities

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What type of robot is the right one for your application?

Are you unsure which type of robot is right for your project? A free consultation will make things clear.

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Areas of application for robots - practical examples

Depending on the robot, different areas of application are possible: from dosing robots for trade to harvesting machines in agriculture to automated quality control.