Automotive manufacturing leaves little room for compromise. Every component, weld, and assembly needs to be right, every time. Automotive robots bring consistency to repetitive and precision-intensive operations from component manufacturing to vehicle assembly. FANUC supports robots in automotive manufacturing, helping automotive OEMs and suppliers in the automotive industry improve production efficiency, quality, and flexibility.

From assembly, welding, and painting to material handling, inspection, sealing and machine tending, FANUC works alongside vehicle manufacturers to create automated production environments they can depend on. FANUC provides industrial automation solutions including industrial robots, CNC systems, and ROBOMACHINEs that help automotive manufacturers and component suppliers improve productivity at every stage.

FANUC Robots for Automotive Applications

Paint Series

FANUC painting robots provide precise and consistent coating for automotive painting applications, with models offering payloads up to 45 kg and reaches up to 2.8 m. Explosion-proof, ATEX-compliant designs, hollow wrists and flexible mounting options support reliable automotive manufacturing automation across demanding painting and dispensing environments.

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Collaborative Series

FANUC collaborative robots combine compact design, flexible mounting and quick setup for applications where people and automation work closely together. With fast changeovers, easy integration and advanced servo technology, the series supports flexible automotive manufacturing automation, including assembly, handling and other production applications.

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M-2000 Series

The FANUC M-2000 Series handles payloads of up to 2.3 tonnes with reaches up to 4.7 m, making it suited to the heavy-duty handling needs of automotive manufacturing. Its rigid construction enables stable transfer of super-heavy parts, while IP67 protection and heavy-duty components support reliable operation in demanding environments.

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ARC Mate Series

Designed for robotic welding, the FANUC ARC Mate Series combines high payload and long reach with a compact design for automotive production environments. Its hollow wrist reduces welding cable wear, while flexible mounting, quick integration and high-speed servo technology support efficient robots in automotive manufacturing and consistent welding performance.

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Automation Across the Automotive Manufacturing Process

Body & Structural Components

Automate welding, material handling, sealing and inspection of automotive body and structural components with high-speed robotic solutions designed for consistent production.

Powertrain & Engine Components

Support the machining, handling, and inspection of engine and powertrain components with precision CNC systems and industrial robots designed for demanding production environments.

Automotive Components

Improve the production of wheels, seats, panels, brackets, and other automotive components through robotic handling, machining, assembly, painting, and inspection.

Electric Vehicle Components

Support the growing EV sector with industrial automation, CNC machining, and robotic solutions for the production and handling of batteries, motors, and other electric vehicle components.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are automotive robots used for?
Automotive robots are used for assembly, welding, painting, material handling, inspection, sealing, machine tending, and other repetitive manufacturing processes requiring precision, speed, and consistency.
How are robots used in automotive manufacturing?
FANUC serves manufacturers across many industries, including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, consumer goods, food and beverage, FMCG, medical and pharma, warehousing, woodwork, die cast mold, and general industrial production.
What are automotive assembly robots?
FANUC offers CNC systems (the intelligence for precision manufacturing), industrial robots and cobots, ROBODRILL machining centers, ROBOCUT EDM wire cutting machines, ROBOSHOT injection molding machines, IoT solutions, training products & courses, and lifetime support services for manufacturers.
What is automotive manufacturing automation?
The best FANUC solution depends on your production goals, part requirements, speed, accuracy needs, and workspace constraints. FANUC’s sales and support teams can help assess your application and recommend the most suitable product or system. You can register the enquiry on our website.
What types of FANUC robots are used in automotive manufacturing?
Industrial robots are used for welding, machine tending, material handling, assembly, painting, palletizing, packaging, and quality inspection. They help manufacturers increase productivity, improve consistency, and reduce manual intervention.