Comau Tech Day: Revolutionizing Robotics and Automation
Today marked a significant occasion as Comau launched its much-anticipated Tech Day at its headquarters in Grugliasco, Italy. This event is set to run on additional dates, October 1st and 8th, and brings together over 100 customers and key partners from across Europe. The focus is clear: to showcase Comau’s cutting-edge innovations in robotics and automation while strengthening its network and fostering engagement.
A Showcase of Innovations
At the heart of Tech Day is a comprehensive array of dynamic products and solutions tailored for both existing and potential customers, including system integrators and end users. Attendees can look forward to impressive new introductions, such as the MyCO collaborative robots (cobots), designed for seamless human-robot interactions, and the MyMR autonomous mobile robot (AMR) that significantly enhances material handling capabilities.
Equally exciting is Comau’s N-WG, the new generation of welding gun and spot welding solutions, meticulously designed for various industrial applications. Alongside these innovations, established products like the N-220/170 robots and MATE exoskeletons continue to play a crucial role in the company’s offerings.
Interactive Experience Hub
One of the standout features of the Tech Day is the new Experience Hub. Within this interactive space, customers and partners can engage with live robot demonstrations and insightful presentations from Comau’s top engineers and product managers. Each interaction is aimed at highlighting Comau’s commitment to ongoing innovation and customer success.
The Experience Hub covers several key areas: Warehousing & Logistics, Guided Handling & Assembly, Welding, and sensitive environments, among others. Comau’s in.Grid Digital Platform and the user-friendly Comau Open Controller—renowned for its digital algorithms and virtual simulation capabilities—are also on display, illustrating the company’s substantial investments in research and development.
The Dry Room: A Step Towards the Future
A major highlight during Tech Day is Comau’s new dry room, a proprietary laboratory dedicated to developing and testing equipment for lithium-ion and next-generation battery cells. This facility signifies Comau’s proactive approach to electrification and positions the company firmly in the rapidly evolving sector of battery solutions.
The focus on post-lithium technology illustrates Comau’s foresight and commitment to expanding its end-to-end battery solutions portfolio, showcasing the company’s vision of a more sustainable future.
Spotlight on Automha
As an exciting addition to the event, Automha, a recently acquired Italian company specializing in automated intralogistics systems, will present its innovative solutions. At the forefront is the Autosat GTR, a patented, semi-automatic high-density storage system.
This system uses a lithium-battery-powered shuttle that operates on rails, significantly enhancing efficiency. With over 12,500 units deployed in more than 56 countries, the Autosat GTR minimizes handling time and offers increased storage capacity compared to conventional systems. Its fully automated version, integrated with AGVs and factory software, further underscores the potential for streamlined operations in modern warehouses.
Collaborations that Matter
The Tech Days event also emphasizes Comau’s commitment to a unified integrated robotics vision, featuring collaborations with industry giants such as Siemens, Rockwell Automation, and KPMG. This collaborative approach signifies Comau’s expanding ecosystem, aimed at delivering comprehensive, integrated solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.
Voices from Leadership
Giacomo Del Panta, Comau’s Chief Customer Officer, articulated the importance of such gatherings: “The opportunity to meet our valued customers and partners in a dedicated event is fundamental for our company. It allows us to share Comau’s continuous investment in innovation and strategic diversification.” His sentiments encapsulate the essence of Tech Day—an initiative geared toward understanding stakeholder needs and fostering growth through advanced industrial automation technologies.
As Tech Day unfolds, it’s clear that Comau is not only showcasing its innovative capacities but also solidifying its position as a leader in the future of robotics and automation, ready to support diverse industries on their journey toward growth.