The robotic manipulator market is set for significant growth over the next few years, driven by advancements in automation technology and increasing demand across various industries. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the market by type, application, payload, axis, industry, and region, forecasting trends and developments up to 2028.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) defines
a robotic manipulator as a machine in which the grasping or moving mechanism in
several degrees of freedom is achieved by a series of jointed or sliding
segments. These are devices that are used in various industries to manipulate
articles or materials that are located generally in inaccessible locations.
There are various types of robotic manipulators namely,
cartesian, cylindrical, polar, articulated, SCARA, and delta. They are used in
various applications such as materials handling, cutting and processing,
soldering and welding, and assembling and disassembling applications among
others.
The global robotic manipulator market size is expected to grow
from USD XX million in 2022 to USD XX million by 2028, at a CAGR of XX%. The
high adoption of robotic manipulators from the automotive industry is one of
the major factors fueling the growth of robotic manipulator market.
Drivers: Growing adoption of Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 refers to the current industrial revolution that is
led by the evolution of robotics, automation, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things are increasing the automation of
previously manual tasks with a collection of real-time data, AI and device
interconnectivity. Industry 4.0 has fostered the development of new
technologies such as collaborative robots, and AI-enabled robots, allowing
industries to use robots to streamline various processes, boost productivity,
and minimize errors. The increasing adoption of industry 4.0 in manufacturing
across the globe is among the major drivers leading to the growth of robotics
as well as robotic manipulators in various industries.
Anticipated shortage of skilled labor in manufacturing
industries
The anticipated shortage of laborers in developed countries has
fueled the need for automation. Manufacturing industries in the US, Germany,
and China have experienced tremendous growth over the past decade; however,
they are expected to face a workforce shortage within the next few years. The
shortage of labor is especially prevalent in jobs with many repetitive and
ergonomically unfavorable tasks, such as packaging and monitoring in the food
industry. In the US, the growth of the manufacturing sector, coupled with
retiring workers and the reluctance of millennials and Generation Z to enter
the manufacturing industries, is expected to create a skill gap in the coming
years. To compensate for the shortage, stakeholders must find solutions to
improve productivity and substitute human labor. Increasing automation to
counter the skill gap is one of the solutions companies are adopting,
especially in developed countries.
In China, increasing labor costs and a low robot density (robots
installed per thousand workers) have threatened productivity, making it
difficult for manufacturers to retain their advantage of low manufacturing
costs. In response, the Chinese government has introduced the Made in China
2025 initiative, which provides subsidies for the deployment of industrial
robots at workplaces. As a result, China topped the shipment of industrial
robots purchased in 2021. This factor is also fueling the growth of robotic
manipulators as robotic manipulators are used in industrial robots.
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Challenges: Interoperability and integration issues
Interoperability is an important function in any factory or manufacturing
unit. A modular framework must exist for both hardware and software to connect
and coordinate various automation systems. The focus here is on the software
used for programming, diagnosing, and monitoring. It is common for industries
to use robot arms from different manufacturers. Companies may also need to
reprogram robots due to changes in production and demand or accommodate
different parts, such as vision systems and end effectors. It is the
responsibility of the integrator, rather than the manufacturer or end user, to
decide on the implementation and setup or programming of the robot.
Interoperability issues present a big challenge, especially to SMEs, due to
their unique requirements and lack of personnel to set up complex automation systems.
Key Market Players:
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