Gantry Industrial Robots Market Report 2025

The gantry industrial robots market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.1 billion in 2024 to $3.45 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to automotive industry growth, increasing labor costs, flexible manufacturing systems, enhanced safety features, e-commerce and logistics growth, increased payload capacities.

The gantry industrial robots market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.35 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration with industry 4.0, demand for high-speed production, development of lightweight materials, focus on energy efficiency, globalization of supply chains. Major trends in the forecast period include integration with artificial intelligence (ai), advancements in gripping technology, focus on human-robot collaboration safety, integration with cloud computing, advancements in vision and sensing technologies.

The burgeoning demand for industrial robots is a driving force behind the expansion of the gantry industrial robots market. These robots, designed for pick-and-place tasks, welding, and various industrial applications, operate autonomously in industrial settings. Notably, The International Federation of Robotics reported a 13% growth in the installation of industrial robots in October 2021, reaching 4.35 million units. Projections indicate a further increase to 5.18 million units by 2024. This data underscores the substantial growth potential attributed to the rising demand for industrial robots, particularly in the gantry segment.

The increased adoption of gantry industrial robots by Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) is driving the growth of the gantry robots market. SMEs are businesses that fall within specific size parameters, such as the number of employees or annual revenue. Gantry robots offer versatility, enabling SMEs to meet diverse production needs and enhance flexibility in their manufacturing processes. For example, in June 2023, according to Myos, a US-based platform for establishing academic connections, SMEs accounted for a remarkable 99.9% of the total business population. As a result, the growing demand for industrial robots is expected to propel the gantry industrial robots market.

The rise in automation is fueling the growth of the gantry industrial robots market. Automation is increasingly being adopted as an effective method to reduce process duplication and enhance efficiency. Gantry robots automate various tasks such as pick-and-place operations, welding, machine handling, assembly, and packaging. For example, in September 2023, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a Germany-based organization dedicated to advancing robotics technologies, reported that 553,052 new industrial robots were installed in factories worldwide in 2022, representing a 5% increase from the previous year. The regional distribution showed that Asia accounted for 73% of these installations, while Europe and the Americas received 15% and 10%, respectively. As a result, the growing adoption of automation is driving the expansion of the gantry robots market.

Major companies in the gantry industrial robots market are concentrating on developing advanced motion control solutions, such as the H-Bot system, to boost productivity and optimize workspace across various industrial applications. The H-Bot system is an innovative gantry robot configuration designed for efficient and flexible movement, making it suitable for tasks that require high precision and rapid positioning in industrial settings. For example, in July 2024, Rollon Group, an Italy-based company in the machine industry, introduced the H-Bot, a new gantry system characterized by its compact design and high dynamics. The H-Bot system features dual fixed motors on the X-axis, which enhances precise movement and minimizes vibrations, allowing for high dynamic performance. It offers a maximum stroke of 2500 mm on the X-axis and 1500 mm on the Y-axis, achieving speeds of up to 5 m/s while supporting loads of up to 10 kg. This makes it ideal for a variety of applications, including pharmaceuticals and 3D printing. Its versatile design allows for customizable motor placement and the integration of the Z-axis, along with automatic lubrication for easy maintenance.

In April 2022, Piab Group, a Sweden-based provider of automated process components and solutions, successfully acquired Joulin for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition positions Piab as a global leader in automation within the wood sector and various end-of-line applications, notably palletizing. Joulin, headquartered in France, specializes in offering vacuum grippers and gantry robots designed for the automated handling of wood and other industrial segments. This move is expected to propel Piab's advancements in automation and strengthen its market presence in key sectors.

Major companies operating in the gantry industrial robots market are Liebherr-International AG, ABB Ltd., Kuka AG, FANUC Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd., Güdel Group AG, DENSO Corporation, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Bahr Modultechnik GmbH, Shibaura Machine Co. Ltd., OMRON Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, Macron Dynamics Inc., Intelligent Actuator Inc., Cimcorp Oyj, Güdel AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Ston Robot Changzhou Co. Ltd., ALIO Industries Inc., Aerotech Inc., ATI Industrial Automation Inc., Comau S.p.A., Epson Taiwan Technology and Trading Ltd., Nachi-Fujikoshi Corp., Panasonic Corporation, Precise Automation Inc., Siasun Robot & Automation Co. Ltd., Staubli Robotics, Universal Robots A/S.

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

Gantry industrial robots are robotic systems designed to follow straight routes, creating a three-dimensional cubic workspace for various applications. Typically large and utilized for tasks such as pick and place, welding, and more, these robots are capable of intricate operations within their expansive workspace.

The main types of gantry industrial robots are categorized based on their number of axes, including 1-axis, 2-axis, 3-axis, 4-axis, and others. A 1-axis gantry industrial robot is a linear system with movement along a single axis, often serving as an auxiliary component in comprehensive robotic systems. These robots find application in various industries, including packaging, automotive, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, semiconductors & electronics, heavy engineering machinery, aerospace, railway, and others. Their use extends to handling, palletizing, welding, and other critical tasks, showcasing their versatility across different industrial applications.

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The gantry industrial robots market consists of sales of light payload, light/medium payload, standard payload, heavy payload, and extra heavy payload robots. 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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