The global collaborative robots market size is anticipated to reach USD 11.04 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 32.0% over the forecast period, according to a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc. The growth can be credited to the growing inclination of industries toward collaborative robots or cobots to automate manufacturing processes.

Over the past few years, the growing interest in robot technology across various industries has positively impacted the collaborative robots industry. Unlike conventional industrial robots, cobots are developed to operate at par with their human counterparts. They are mobile and can be easily moved from one area of a manufacturing facility to another. Moreover, they can be programmed with ease, are more cost-effective than their fixed counterparts, and can be used in a wide range of low-speed, repetitive applications.

The increasing need for highly efficient and user-friendly robots that do not require highly skilled experts for deployment and functioning has created a significant demand for software platforms. These platforms allow the integration of robots, motion control, and the generation of an interface that enables the programming of such robots. For instance, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has launched a cobot named MELFA ASSISTA equipped with RT VisualBox, the company’s engineering software. This software allows the intuitive creation of operating sequences by connecting block diagrams in a chain of events, including linking with other devices, such as cameras and the hands of the robot.

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Detailed Segmentation:

Application Insights

The gluing & welding segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period, which can be attributed to various benefits offered by cobots such as reduced waste, increased consistency, quality, and output product gaining attention from marketers. The assembly application segment captured a sizeable revenue share of around 23.0% across the collaborative robots market in 2022, owing to the increased usage of cobots for combining easy and repetitive tasks and supporting complex assembly processes.

Payload Capacity Insights

The up to 5kg payload capacity segment held a revenue share of more than 44% in 2022 and is anticipated to show remarkable growth in the future owing to its wide range of attributes. They are light in weight and offer flexibility while optimizing low-weight collaborative processes such as picking, placing, and testing. The launch of advanced cobots in this payload capacity range is opening new growth opportunities for the market. For instance, in March 2021, Comau S.p.A. launched a cost-effective cobot named Racer-5 suitable for packaging and warehousing. This advanced cobot works at an industrial speed of up to 6 m/s and has a 5kg payload capacity which facilitates seamless operations.

Vertical Insights

The automotive segment accounted for a revenue share of more than 24% in 2022 and is expected to grow substantially over the forecast period. The growth can be largely attributed to the increased adoption of collaborative robots owing to their ability to reduce floor space and the cost of production downtime. In addition to this, they find important usage in spot and arc welding, assembling parts, painting, coating, etc. Furthermore, the implementation of collaborative robots helps the automotive industry to increase productivity, resulting in increased demand over the forecast period.

Regional Insights

Europe is a remunerative hub for collaborative robots and captured a significant revenue share of more than 30.0% in 2022. This can be chiefly credited to the enormous application of collaborative robots across various verticals, including logistics, electronics, and inspection. Moreover, various advantages such as efficient manufacturing optimization solutions and increased collaboration offered by automation at the workplace are also expected to support the market expansion.

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Key Companies & Market Share Insights

The major companies operating in the collaborative robots industry are inclined to introduce innovative offerings to gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in February 2021, ABB Group expanded its collaborative robot portfolio with the introduction of the SWIFTI and GoFa cobot range, delivering higher speeds and payloads. This new range complements ABB’s cobot line-up of YuMi and Single Arm YuMi and is faster, stronger, and more capable.

It has been designed to support high-growth segments such as consumer goods, electronics, healthcare, logistics, food, and beverage, etc. Additionally, in November 2022, Epson America, Inc. announced the expansion of the VT6L-Series through the launch of the VT6L-DC All-in-One 6-Axis Robot. The newly launched product is ideal for mobile solutions and delivers next-level technology that helps to improve operational efficiency. 

Some prominent players in the global collaborative robots market include:

• ABB Group

• DENSO Robotics

• Epson Robots

• Energid Technologies Corporation

• F&P Robotics AG

• Fanuc Corporation

• KUKA AG

• MRK-Systeme GmbH

• Precise Automation, Inc

• Rethink Robotics, Inc

• Robert Bosch GmbH

• Universal Robots A/S

• Yaskawa Electric Corporation

• MABI Robotic AG

• Techman Robot Inc.

• Franks Emika Gmbh

• AUBO Robotics

• Comau S.p.A.

Collaborative Robots Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global collaborative robots market based on payload capacity, application, vertical, and region:

Collaborative Robots Payload Capacity Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Upto 5kg

• Upto 10kg

• Above 10kg

Collaborative Robots Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Assembly

• Pick & Place

• Handling

• Packaging

• Quality Testing

• Machine Tending

• Gluing & Welding

• Others

Collaborative Robots Vertical Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Automotive

• Food & Beverage

• Furniture & Equipment

• Plastic & Polymers

• Metal & Machinery

• Electronics

• Pharma

• Others

Collaborative Robots Regional Scope (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

o U.S.

o Canada

o Mexico

• Europe

o Germany

o U.K.

o France

• Asia Pacific

o China

o Japan

o India

• South America

o Brazil

• Middle East and Africa

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