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Scanfil and Stäubli Robotics Form Strategic Partnership to Drive Innovation

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  • Scanfil and Stäubli Robotics formed a strategic partnership under which Scanfil’s Suzhou factory will produce controllers for Stäubli’s 4-axis robots to support global industrial customers.
  • The new controller features a compact, open-architecture design aimed at high performance, reliability, cost efficiency, and seamless integration into diverse production environments.
  • Stäubli selected Scanfil for its size, global footprint, cost structure, and service breadth, and the companies plan to explore collaboration across additional Stäubli business areas.

Scanfil and Stäubli have entered a strategic partnership. Leveraging its manufacturing expertise, Scanfil’s Suzhou factory will produce controllers designed for Stäubli’s 4-axis robots. Together, Scanfil and Stäubli Robotics aim to deliver robust and innovative industrial solutions for customers worldwide.

“Scanfil was chosen for their ideal size, global footprint, and competitive cost structure, as well as extensive service offerings. It is a very good match for us,” says Nicolas Brischoux, Stäubli Procurement Manager.

Stäubli’s mission is to deliver robust and efficient industrial solutions, and the new controller reflects this goal. It combines performance, reliability, and cost efficiency in a smart and compact design. With its open architecture, the controller integrates easily and seamlessly into diverse production environments, ensuring uninterrupted availability.

“This partnership will deepen our cooperation and allow us to explore opportunities to assist other Stäubli business areas, paving the way for innovation across both companies,” adds Andreas Bohner, Scanfil’s Global Sales Manager.

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