This section provides an overview for gantry robots as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 20 gantry robot manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked gantry robot companies as of November, 2024: 1.Bell-Everman, Inc., 2.Musashi Engineering, Inc., 3.Cross Company.
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A gantry robot is an automated system designed for tasks like transporting, assembling, and processing various products or materials.
This robot is characterized by its movable arm mounted on a sizable overhead beam, known as a gantry, enabling it to traverse along rails fixed to a structure akin to a bridge. This mobility allows it to effectively cover expansive work areas, making it ideal for use in automated warehouses, assembly lines, and pallet stacking operations.
Driven by electric motors and governed by sophisticated computer control, gantry robots execute tasks with remarkable precision. The incorporation of sensors and vision systems empowers them to detect the position and geometry of objects accurately, enabling them to undertake corresponding actions meticulously. Their introduction brings several benefits, such as enhanced accuracy and stability, elevated productivity, especially in mass-production settings, and significant labor cost reductions.
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Bell-Everman, established in 1991 and headquartered in Goleta, California, is a manufacturer of actuators, linear and rotary motion devices, and vacuum-rated actuators. Its product line includes advanced linear and rotary motion systems like the ServoBelt Rotary (SBR) and Linear (SBL) solutions, along with direct drive rotary tables. These precision systems find applications in various automation and metrology systems. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring adherence to industry standards. All products are designed and built in its Southern California facility.
igus, Inc., established in 1964 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, is a manufacturer and distributor of complex technical polymer components. The company offers a range of products including plastic plain bearings, flexible cables, and energy chains. Additionally, it also provides connectors, robotic components, and 3D-printed products. These products find applications in various areas such as automation and robotics, automotive, and gaming. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has been awarded with the “NRW - Economy in Transition” competition award and the Rhineland Business Prize in the “Sustainability” category.
ALIO Industries, LLC is a manufacturer of ultra-precise motion control solutions that was established in 2001 and is headquartered in Arvada, Colorado, USA. The company is involved in the designing and manufacturing of multiple system products such as Rotary Motion Systems, Linear Motion Systems, Micron 2 (µII) Motion Systems, and Z-Lift and Vertical Motion Stages. Its products are used by various industries,including laser processing, semiconductor manufacturing, and life sciences. The company also offers other services, including engineering, and testing.
Parker Electromechanical Automation, established in 1917 and based in Elk Grove Village, IL, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of electromechanical automation systems and components. The company's product range includes HMI visualization systems, Servo Systems, Linear Motion Systems, Gearheads and Gearmotors, and Stepper Drive/Controllers. These products are utilized in the operation of automation control, motion controlling, and industrial applications. They serve industries such as Solar Panel Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Medical, Packaging, and Semiconductor. In addition to its product offerings, the company provides custom positioning solutions, custom-designed solutions, and engineered systems.
Fisnar, founded in 1986 and currently a subsidiary of Ellsworth Adhesives Ltd., is an American manufacturer and supplier based in Germantown, Wisconsin, providing fluid dispensing systems and equipment. The company develops robotic fluid dispensing systems, offering benchtop and gantry-style options for various assembly fluids, such as adhesive, cyanoacrylate, and silicone. The company also offers manual fluid dispensing systems, along with electric pumps and reservoir tanks. A range of dispensing valves, such as diaphragm valves, and related accessories are also available. These products find applications in various industries, including aerospace, alternative energy, and medical devices.
Musashi Engineering, Inc. is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in fully-automated dispensing systems and equipment established in 1978 and based in Tokyo. The company produces various valve types, pneumatic and manual dispensers, and pumps that facilitate fluid transport, as well as robots and controllers that can be customized to work with different interfaces. These are primarily used in the cosmetics, automotive, electronics, and medical markets. Musashi Engineering also offers additional services like consultation, training, installation, and product maintenance to customers with demanding requirements.
LPR Global, Inc. is an international marketing consulting firm that specializes in global trade and was established in 2001 and is based in Toronto, Canada. The company’s main activity is to provide international partnership development services for Korean industrial machinery and equipment manufacturers. Its main market includes US, Korea Hotlink, an online marketing platform for Korean industrial products and custom machinery in North America. It also offers market research, go-to-market strategies, sales channel development, and after-sales support services. It works with various industries such as automotive, steel mill, oil and gas, and home appliance.
Skilled Group was established in 1973 in Schio, Italy, and is a manufacturer of industrial automation products. The company's products include conveyors, robot palletizers and automated guided vehicles that are used in food, beverage, consumer goods and pharmaceutical industries for automation. It also offers certified training to customers on how to use the products. The company has other offices in the USA and Europe. It is ISO 9001 certified and has other accreditations from different countries, like CSA in Canada and UL in Germany.
Güdel Group AG, a Swiss-based company that was established in 1954 and headquartered in Langenthal, Switzerland, is a manufacturer of automation components and systems for machine tools and production systems. Their product range includes racks, pinions, linear guideways, gearboxes, linear axes, as well as gantries, and linear tracks. Güdel Group AG's motion-based products optimize industrial automation by minimizing breakdowns and frictional losses in production processes. Güdel Group AG has been certified by ISO 9001:2015.
Yaskawa Europe, founded in 1915 and headquartered in Hattersheim, Hesse, is a manufacturer of mechatronics and robotics solutions. The company is a subsidiary of Japan's Yaskawa Electric Corporation, and offers industrial robots for welding, painting, and handling, AC drives for motor speed and torque control, precise servo motors, motion controllers for coordinated movement, and inverters for DC to AC power conversion. Its products facilitate system and machine design in sectors like automotive, packaging, metalworking, and woodworking. Its noteworthy certifications encompass ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018 for energy management, and ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management.
Liebherr Group is a multinational manufacturer of heavy equipment established in 1949 and based in Bulle, Switzerland. The group consists of over 120 companies organized by specialty into eleven divisions. Its product lineup includes mining equipment such as crawler tractors and hydraulic excavators, earthmoving machinery such as duty cycle crawler cranes, and several tower cranes including top-slewing and self-erecting model types. The company serves clients across the industrial sector, including in maritime, mining, and aerospace operations.
Hirata Corporation is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial robotic and logistics equipment based in Kumamoto, Japan. Established in 1951, the company first dabbled in manufacturing and marketing industrial vehicles. In 1958, they turned to manufacturing agricultural-related products. By 1959, they started their first conveyor belt line, and in May 1964, their television assembly line was launched. In 1977, they developed their first robot-controlled machine, and from there, they shifted towards robotic logistical equipment. The company is present in eight countries, namely Japan, Taiwan, the United States, Mexico, China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Vention, established in 2016 and based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a manufacturer and supplier of automation machinery. The company's product range includes MachineScope, MachineBuilder, MachineLogic, MachineApps, and MachinePortal. These products facilitate activities such as cloud-based CAD, machine design, automation, and digital engineering. They primarily serve industries such as Manufacturing, Assembly, Material Handling, and Packaging. The company's services include enabling clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly via their web browser.
Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd., founded in 1955 and based in Iwata, Japan, is a manufacturer and distributor of motorized products. Its product range includes several lines of motorcycles, scooters, and motorized bicycles. Its motorcycles feature an electronic control system for stabilization and a responsive braking system for safety. The company also offers, recreational off-highway vehicles, outboards, and snowmobiles. The company has received several accolades such as the Red Dot Design Award for 12 consecutive years and operates the Yamaha Technical Academy for technician certification.
Cross Company is a provider of precision measurement solutions that was established in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The company offers a wide range of precision measurement products, including hose and fitting equipment, automation equipment, mobile systems integration equipment, precision measurement equipment, and process equipment. Its products, such as digital micrometers, dial indicators, and laser trackers, are used by a number of industries, as diverse as manufacturing, aerospace, and medical industries. The company provides a range of services, including mobile systems integration, automation, calibration, hose and fitting, process and precision measurement services.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Bell-Everman, Inc. |
13.6%
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2 | Musashi Engineering, Inc. |
9.0%
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3 | Cross Company |
7.9%
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4 | ALIO Industries, LLC |
7.3%
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5 | Vention |
6.8%
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6 | Parker Electromechanical Automation |
6.8%
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7 | Fisnar |
6.2%
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8 | igus, inc. |
5.6%
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9 | Isel USA Inc |
4.5%
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10 | LUCAS-FRANCE SAS |
4.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the gantry robot page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 5 | 38.5% |
Japan | 3 | 23.1% |
Canada | 2 | 15.4% |
Italy | 1 | 7.7% |
Switzerland | 1 | 7.7% |
China | 1 | 7.7% |