China-based startup to amplify automobile component manufacturing using 100 factory robots
In a significant stride for factory automation, Chinese robotics start-up AgiBot (Zhiyuan Robotics) has deployed its A2-W humanoid robots in the factories of Fulin Precision, a major automotive parts manufacturer. This collaboration has brought about a transformation in the manufacturing sector, particularly in the automotive parts industry.
The A2-W robots, standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing 121 lbs, are designed for a natural and comfortable human-robot interaction experience. Equipped with a humanoid bionic dual-arm design, high-precision force control, and depth/vision sensors, these robots are capable of handling complex, repetitive tasks reliably and safely. This has led to a reduction in repetitive-strain injuries among workers and allowed human workers to focus on more complex tasks.
The robots have been integrated across 15 loading points in Fulin Precision’s core workshops, supporting daily delivery of raw materials for over 500 units. Working day and night, the robots ensure continuous operation, with the potential to scale up to 1,000 units by 2027. Once fully deployed, they will be able to deliver raw materials for the production of 500 units per shift and execute close to 10,000 box-moving actions simultaneously.
The A2-W units also pair with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for heavy-load transport, optimizing different parts of the logistics workflow within the factory. This collaboration reflects a shift towards more flexible and intelligent manufacturing methods.
The rollout of the A2-W robots is part of the growing commercial adoption of robotics in East Asia, particularly China. This large-scale automation effort reflects China's broader industrial strategy embracing robotics to boost productivity and safety. The deployment of A2-W robots at Fulin Precision's production sites follows a successful July demonstration where the robots met the monthly manufacturing output target of an entire production line in just a single shift.
Fulin Precision representatives hope the robots would allow employees to focus on higher-value operations. The A2-W robots are well-suited to handle repetitive and physically demanding tasks on the factory floor, freeing human workers from tasks that can lead to lumbar muscle strain.
Moreover, the A2-W robots are built with ergonomic principles, allowing them to move with fluid, human-like motion and adapt seamlessly to a variety of workplace tasks. The robots also feature a four-wheel-drive system for stable, flexible, efficient, and safe operation.
AgiBot's ambition to capture a significant share of China's fast-evolving industrial automation market is evident in this deal with Fulin Precision. The company's A2-W robots are actively transforming Chinese factory floors by automating physically demanding tasks, increasing productivity, reducing injury risks, and enabling workforce upskilling within the manufacturing sector.
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