By futureTEKnow | Editorial Team
Shanghai accounts for one-fifth of China’s robot output value, producing over 66,000 units in 2023. It’s a hub for industrial robotics manufacturers in China, with companies like ULS Robotics and BXI Robotics leading the charge.
The Chinese robotics market trends point to broader adoption in smart factories, healthcare, and consumer services, driven by government support and R&D investment. As industrial robotics manufacturers in China expand globally, the nation solidifies its role as a robotics powerhouse, blending innovation with practical applications.
Headquarters: Beijing, China
Year Founded: 2018
RealMan Robotics develops ultra-lightweight, advanced humanoid robotic arms with high payload capacity suitable for retail, healthcare, and industrial applications.
Headquarters: Shenzhen, China
Year Founded: 2017
Youibot develops and manufactures autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for industrial automation, streamlining logistics and enhancing efficiency in manufacturing, warehousing, and semiconductor industries.
Headquarters: Beijing, China
Year Founded: 2016
OrionStar develops AI-powered service robots for industries like hospitality, retail, and logistics, offering solutions such as delivery and greeting robots.
Headquarters: Shanghai China
Year Founded: 2016
Guimu Robot specializes in designing and manufacturing industrial robots and automation solutions for efficient and precise factory operations.
Headquarters: Shenzhen, China
Year Founded: 2016
Pudu Robotics designs and manufactures autonomous service robots for industries like hospitality, healthcare, and retail to enhance operations.
Headquarters: Shenzhen, China
Year Founded: 2016
AgileX Robotics develops mobile robot platforms, including unmanned ground vehicles and autonomous solutions, for industrial and research applications.
Headquarters: Hangzhou, China
Year Founded: 2016
Unitree Robotics develops and sells high-performance quadruped robots for consumers and industries such as robot dogs, and humanoid robots.
Headquarters: Beijing, China
Year Founded: 2015
AUBO Robotics is a high-tech company specializing in developing, producing, and selling collaborative robots (cobots).
Headquarters: Shenzhen, China
Year Founded: 2015
Dobot Robotics creates collaborative robots and desktop robotic arms for industrial automation and education. Their products include versatile cobots for manufacturing and STEM learning applications.
Headquarters: Shanghai, China
Year Founded: 2016
ELITE ROBOTS is a manufacturer specializing in developing and producing user-friendly, safe, and efficient collaborative robots (cobots).
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