Automation is a decisive factor in remaining competitive and producing efficiently. In robot application centers, SCHUNK supports its customers in their tasks and jointly develops validated recommendations for increasing productivity. With new locations in Katowice (Poland) and Gipuzkoa (Spain), SCHUNK is now expanding its network to a total of 15 CoLabs worldwide. In Poland, one particular point of focus at the opening on December 11, 2024 was robot-supported deburring. Here, many processing steps can be automated, which increases efficiency and at the same time mitigates for the shortage of skilled workers. The Spanish CoLab opened on December 3, 2024, with the involvement of leading robotics partners such as ABB, KUKA and Universal Robots. As a special guest, influencer Vanessa Loiola, also known as "The Robot Queen", contributed her expertise and inspired the guests.
"With the new CoLabs, we are not only expanding our global competence, but also strengthening our position as a reliable partner in the automation industry," emphasizes Johannes Ketterer, COO/CSO of SCHUNK. "This is a crucial step in making automation as simple and efficient as possible for our customers. We are convinced that innovations are best created through partnership and cooperation on an equal footing."
The expansion of the CoLab network makes it possible to serve customers on-site, at locations around the world, with a view to offering individual support and responding quickly to specific requirements. The CoLabs are a vital component for the planning and realization of industrial automation and robot applications. From validation to specific support from application engineers, both automation newcomers and experienced professionals benefit from this unique service. Planned applications can be tested under real conditions prior to purchase, thus minimizing risks and maximizing results. Interested customers can contact the SCHUNK area sales representative directly for validation.