SCARA Robot Market Report 2025

This SCARA Robot report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The scara robot market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $10.4 billion in 2024 to $11.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in manufacturing automation, demand for high-speed and precision assembly, increased need for repeatable tasks, expansion of electronics and semiconductor industries.

The scara robot market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in collaborative robotics, expansion of SCARA robots in medical and healthcare, increased use of SCARA robots in food and beverage industry, adoption of SCARA robots in e-commerce warehouses. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in robotics, integration of artificial intelligence in SCARA robotics, integration of vision systems for enhanced sensing, modular and flexible SCARA robot designs, implementation of industry 4 concepts in SCARA robotics.

The anticipated surge in industrial automation adoption is set to drive the growth of the SCARA robot market. Industrial automation involves the utilization of control systems, including computers and robots, along with information technology, to manage various processes and machinery in industries. In recent years, the integration of SCARA robots has become prevalent across industries, contributing to maximum automation and operational efficiency. The incorporation of SCARA robots in manufacturing offers benefits such as enhanced productivity, quality, and worker safety by minimizing errors and waste while adding flexibility to the manufacturing process. Notably, it is estimated that by 2050, approximately 85-90% of manufacturing firms in India will adopt automation, underscoring the role of increased automation in propelling the SCARA robot market.

The rising adoption of artificial intelligence is anticipated to propel the growth of the SCARA robot market in the future. Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to a branch of computer science and technology focused on developing systems and software that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence. SCARA robots play a significant role in AI applications, acting as flexible tools for automation and precision tasks. They are utilized in AI research and development for tasks such as assembling and testing electronic components, manipulating objects with high precision, and supporting machine learning experiments. For example, in May 2024, Eurostat, a Belgium-based governing body, reported that in 2023, the percentage of large enterprises employing AI technologies rose to 30.4%, compared to 28.4% in 2021, indicating a substantial increase in the adoption of AI solutions among these companies.

Technological advancement stands out as a prominent trend gaining traction in the SCARA robot market. Leading companies in the market are committed to developing innovative technological solutions to optimize business operations and reinforce their positions. In June 2022, Epson America, Inc., a US-based industrial robot design and manufacturing company, launched advanced SCARA robots, the Epson GX4 and GX8, featuring Gyro sensor technology for high-end automation needs in manufacturing. These robots offer ultra-high precision for tasks such as assembly, pick and place, and handling small and delicate parts, making them well-suited for industries like medical devices, electric and electronic, and consumer electronics.

Major players in the SCARA robot market are concentrating on the development of groundbreaking products, exemplified by the MCS500 SCARA. Mecademic, a Canada-based precise industrial robot manufacturer, introduced the MCS500 SCARA, a 4-axis robot offering unparalleled space efficiency, precision, and integration flexibility. Launched in October 2023, this innovative SCARA robot utilizes an embedded controller, boasting the title of the most compact SCARA robot in its class. Built with precision-machined aluminum housing, battery-less encoders, and high-efficiency motors, the MCS500 SCARA ensures enduring quality and flexible integration, accelerating automation in small component design, inspection, and assembly applications.

In March 2022, Bosch Rexroth AG, a Germany-based company specializing in SCARA robots, acquired Kassow Robots for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Bosch Rexroth AG's product portfolio of industrial robots utilizing artificial intelligence and 5G technology to boost productivity in manufacturing firms. Kassow Robots, based in Denmark, specializes in the manufacturing of SCARA robots.

Major companies operating in the SCARA robot market include Epson America Inc., Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd, YASKAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION, DENSO EUROPE B. V., Stäubli International AG, Asea Brown Boveri, Kawasaki Robotics, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Asic Robotics AG, Comau S. p. A., Fanuc Corporation:, Hirata Corporation:, Janome Industrial Equipment:, KUKA AG, Nachi-Fujikoshi Corp., Omron Adept Technologies, Precise Automation Inc., Seiko Epson Corporation, Toshiba Machine Co. Ltd., Bosch Rexroth AG, Codian Robotics B. V., FANUC Robotics America Inc., Flexiv Ltd., Hiwin Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Omron Corporation, Siasun Robot & Automation Co. Ltd., Techman Robot Inc., Universal Robots A/S.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the SCARA Robot market in 2024. North America was the second largest region of the SCARA Robot market. The regions covered in the scara robot market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the scara robot market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

SCARA Robots, which stand for Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm robots, are robotic arms specifically engineered for high-speed and precise assembly tasks. Their distinctive configuration enables lateral movement while maintaining rigidity in the vertical direction, making them well-suited for activities such as pick-and-place, assembly, and packaging across various industries.

The main categories of SCARA robots include hardware, software, service, testing, training, and maintenance. These robots are classified based on different payload capacities, including up to 5. 00 kg, 5. 01-15. 00 kg, and more than 15. 00 kg. SCARA robots with a payload capacity of 5. 01-15. 00 kg are commonly utilized in assembly, packaging, lifting, and other operations. In assembly lines, they demonstrate efficient operation at high speeds and exhibit high load performance. SCARA robots find applications in various tasks such as handling, assembling and disassembling, welding and soldering, dispensing, processing, and more. They are employed across industries like electrical and electronics, automotive, metals and machinery, plastics, rubbers, and chemicals, precision engineering and optics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, among others.

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The SCARA robot market consists of sales of 3-axis SCARA robot and 4-axis SCARA robot. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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