Industrial robotics automation solutions

What are Schneider Electric solutions for industrial robotic automation?

As a robust digital transformer and smart robotics and transport systems partner, we help machine builders, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), integrators, and end users easily implement end-to-end integrated robotics solutions, answering the needs for mass customisation while reducing costs and time to market. Our Lexium line of smart industrial robots and transport systems enables real-time synchronisation, high-speed motion, as well as precise positioning and handling.

What are the benefits of implementing our industrial robotic automation solutions?

Implementing our industrial robotic solutions — digitally designed from concept to operation and maintenance and integrated into one machine control architecture — can help you benefit from a high payoff at every stage of the lifecycle. From reducing design and time-to-market by up to 50% to time savings in commissioning time by up to 60% and on corrective actions by up to 50%. EcoStruxure, our open, IoT-enabled architecture with a digital twin at the core, helps you simplify the integration of industrial robotics into the machine control solution to answer the challenges of smarter manufacturing, more flexible and sustainable while improving employee safety and welfare. Partnering with us also relies on our robotics experts and partners’ networks available worldwide.

How can we help you better understand the benefits of industrial robotic automation solutions?

Embracing industrial robotics automation solutions as a tool for sustainability is also a step toward a more sustainable future for the planet overall and for businesses in such sectors as machinery, food and beverage, life sciences, logistics and warehousing, battery manufacturing, and semiconductor. It enables us to provide a safer work environment, while ensuring sustainable outcomes, such as reducing energy consumption and waste, tracking, and lowering emissions for internal operations and smoother production. Learn more on our training platform.

What is Industrial Robotics?

Industrial Robotics uses automated machines and control systems to perform tasks like assembly, welding, and packaging. It enhances precision, speed, and consistency in manufacturing while reducing manual effort and improving overall production quality for growing industries worldwide.

How do Industrial Robotics systems work?

Industrial Robotics systems use sensors, controllers, and actuators to perform tasks. Sensors capture data, controllers process commands, and robots execute movements with accuracy. This coordinated workflow ensures efficient, repeatable operations across manufacturing environments.

What industries benefit the most from Industrial Robotics?

Industries such as automotive, electronics, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and logistics rely heavily on Industrial Robotics. These sectors gain improved accuracy, faster production, and safer operations, making robotics essential for high-volume and quality-driven work across global markets.

What are the main types of Industrial Robotics used today?

Common types of Industrial Robotics include articulated robots, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCARA), delta robots, Cartesian robots, and collaborative robots. Each type supports different tasks like assembly, material handling, inspection, and packaging with precision and flexibility.

How do Industrial Robotics improve efficiency and productivity?

Industrial Robotics boosts efficiency by performing tasks faster, reducing errors, and maintaining consistent output. Robots support continuous operation, minimize downtime, and help businesses meet production goals while improving overall workflow performance and long-term reliability.

Are Industrial Robotics suitable for small and medium-sized businesses?

Yes, Industrial Robotics is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses due to affordable collaborative robots, modular systems, and scalable automation. These solutions improve productivity, reduce labor strain, and support growth without requiring large investments or complex setups.

What role does AI play in Industrial Robotics?

AI enhances Industrial Robotics by enabling robots to learn, adapt, and make decisions. It improves vision systems, predictive maintenance, path planning, and quality checks, allowing robots to handle complex tasks with greater accuracy and intelligence across fast-changing industrial environments.

What safety standards apply to Industrial Robotics in manufacturing?

Industrial robotics follows strict global safety standards that guide robot design, operation, and human interaction. These standards help ensure worker safety, reduce operational risks, and maintain controlled robot behavior in manufacturing environments across various industries.

How do companies integrate Industrial Robotics into existing operations?

Companies integrate Industrial Robotics by assessing workflows, selecting suitable robots, updating control systems, and training staff. Robots are added gradually to ensure compatibility, improve efficiency, and support smoother transitions in production processes while strengthening operations.

What are the maintenance requirements for Industrial Robotics?

Industrial Robotics requires routine inspections, lubrication, software updates, and calibration. Monitoring wear, sensors, and controllers help prevent failures. Regular maintenance ensures long equipment life, reliable performance, and reduced downtime while supporting safer industrial operations.