Grinding Robots Market Size 2024-2028

The grinding robots market size is forecast to increase by USD 62.8 million and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.79% between 2023 and 2028. Grinding robots, also known as automated grinding systems, offer several advantages over traditional CNC machines in the manufacturing industry. Firstly, robots can perform complex grinding tasks with high precision and consistency, reducing the likelihood of human error. Secondly, they can work continuously without breaks, increasing productivity and efficiency. Grinding robots are particularly effective in applications where intricate shapes or contours need to be ground, such as in the automotive, aerospace, and medical industries. Technological advances in grinding robots have led to significant improvements in their capabilities. For instance, the integration of sensors and machine learning algorithms enables robots to adapt to varying workpiece geometries and grinding conditions in real-time. Additionally, collaborative grinding robots allow for human-robot interaction, enabling operators to guide the robot during the grinding process for optimal results. Overall, grinding robots offer increased precision, productivity, and flexibility, making them an essential tool in modern manufacturing processes.

What will be the Size of the Market During the Forecast Period?

Market Forecast 2024-2028

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 Market Dynamics

The Market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for automated machine solutions in the manufacturing sector. Grinding robots are automated machines designed to perform grinding tasks on mechanical parts. These robots are equipped with robotic arms, grinding tools, and advanced features such as adjustable speeds, angles, pressures, reach, load capacity, collision detection, and emergency halting. Grinding robots are increasingly being adopted in the tooling industry for routine grinding tasks, reducing production time and improving product quality. The implementation and integrating of these robots into workflows require proper location planning, ventilation systems, and programming. Training and solutions teams are essential for the successful installation and operation of grinding robots. Standard bots are widely used due to their versatility and ease of use. However, customized grinding robots are gaining popularity in specific industries for their ability to handle unique grinding requirements. The market for grinding robots is expected to grow as more manufacturers seek to increase production efficiency and improve product quality through automation. Our researchers studied the data for years, with 2023 as the base year and 2024 as the estimated year, and presented the key drivers, trends, and challenges for the market.

Key Market Driver - Applications of robots in complex grinding tasks

There has been a growing adoption of robots across automotive, aerospace, and metal foundry players for several material removal applications such as grinding, deburring, and finishing. In addition, there is an increase in focus by several market players on new product launches to offer robots that are suitable for a wide range of materials, and that can be utilized in aggressive tasks as well without compromising on the surface quality.

Moreover, the key focus will be on the development of robots that can handle materials that have unusual physical properties, including inconsistent alloys and composites, which can result in issues with respect to repeatability. Such kinds of hardware improvements in robot vision will make sure that variations in feature geometry are dealt with in real time. Hence, such factors are positively impacting the market. therefore, it is expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Significant Market Trends - Improvements in grinding robot vision systems

There have been significant advancements in technology in vision technology in robotic grinding over the years. For example, there will be enhancements in laser inspection to ensure that the part that requires grinding is identified and inspected efficiently. 

Moreover, there is increasing adoption of laser vision sensors to check crucial points on the casting and to compare the dimensions to the pre-programmed dimension in order to adjust the grinding in such a way that every casting is ground with accurate dimensions and dimensions of defects are identified accurately. Hence, such factors are positively impacting the market. Therefore, it is expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Major Market Challenge - Preference for CNC grinding machines among SMEs

Even though grinding robots offer various advantages over CNC grinding machines, there is only limited adoption among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to the high deployment cost of robots and the budget constraints that SMEs face. In addition,  CNC grinding machines are an ideal substitute for grinding robots and are expected to increase in adoption due to factors such as the low need for programming and specialized maintenance skills, high level of stiffness and rigidity that provide more accurate results, and faster cycle times.

Moreover, other factors such as the preference given to CNC grinding machines, along with the low awareness of grinding robots can pose a significant threat to the market. Therefore, the increasing preference for CNC grinding machines among SMEs can negatively impact the market. Therefore, it is expected to hinder the market growth during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation by Solution, End-user and Geography

Solution Segment Analysis:

The software segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The software segment comprises software solutions including robot control software, offline programming software, data analytics platforms, and remote monitoring software. One of the main factors that are significantly contributing to the growth of this segment is the increased emphasis on data analysis by end-users in order to control and optimize their operations.

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The software segment was the largest segment and was valued at USD 77.30 million in 2018. There is an increasing integration of software solutions with other management systems by several market players due to the emergence of open IT architecture. In addition, there is an increase in the launch of software capabilities by market players that can enable the deployment of grinding robots with minimal infrastructural modifications.  Factors such as the growing demand for automation and safety in organizations as well as an increase in the adoption of grinding robots across SMEs in order to cut labor and energy costs are expected to fuel the growth of this segment which in turn will drive the market growth during the forecast period.

End-user Segment Analysis:

Based on the end-user, the segment is classified into the automotive sector, metals and machinery sector, aerospace and defense sector, and others.  There is an increase in the adoption of flexible automation in manufacturing by several market players in the automotive market to enable the manufacturing of new vehicle models as per market needs. In addition, there is a growing adoption of automation and robots in this segment for applications such as grinding to ensure a reduction in the production time of vehicles. Furthermore, there is a growing focus on the quality of components including armatures and panels, which are indispensable parts of automobiles. Hence, such factors are fuelling the growth of this segment which in turn will drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

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APAC is estimated to contribute 71% to the growth by 2028. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends, drivers, and challenges that are expected to shape the market during the forecast period.  Some of the main countries in APAC which are significantly contributing to the market in APAC include China, Japan, South Korea, and India. APAC serves as an important base for the operations of leading foreign manufacturers which is positively impacting the market. The market is expected to grow in the coming years as more companies expand into the region and existing companies increasingly adopt robots to improve production efficiency in their plants.

In addition, the growth of the manufacturing industry in APAC is fuelled by favorable government legislation and investments thereby improving the infrastructure and industrial sector. In addition, there will be significant growth in the industrial robots market for material removal applications, such as grinding, deburring, and sanding in APAC which is expected to drive the market growth in the region during the forecast period.

Who are the Major Market Companies?

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.

3M Co: The company offers grinding robot products such as abrasive solutions for grinding and degating, and deburring and polishing.

We also have detailed analyses of the market’s competitive landscape and offer information on 20 market companies, including:

ABB Ltd., Accord Corp., Acme Manufacturing, Danbach Robot Jiangxi Inc., Daru Technology Suzhou Co. Ltd., FANUC Corp., Force Robots, Heinz Berger Maschinenfabrik GmbH and Co. KG, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., MESH Automation Inc., MIDEA Group Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corp., NACHI FUJIKOSHI Corp., PushCorp Inc., Reichmann and Sohn GmbH, SUHNER Schweiz AG, Teqram BV, Yaskawa Electric Corp., and Seiko Epson Corp.

Technavio report provides an in-depth analysis of the market and its players through combined qualitative and quantitative data. The analysis classifies companies into categories based on their business approaches, including pure-play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified. Companies are specially categorized into dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak, based on their quantitative data analysis.  

Segment Overview

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD Million" for the period 2024 to 2028, as well as historical data from 2018 to 2022 for the following segments

• Solution Outlook
  • Software
  • Services
  • Hardware
• End-user Outlook
  • Automotive sector
  • Metals and machinery sector
  • Aerospace and defense sector
  • Others
• Geography Outlook
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • The U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Chile
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

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Market Analyst Overview

Transforming Machine Shops with Automated Solutions Grinding robots have revolutionized machine shops by automating the grinding process of mechanical parts. These robots, equipped with robotic arms, are designed to handle grinding tools at various speeds, angles, and pressures. They offer increased reach and load capacity, ensuring precision grinding for complex components. Software plays a crucial role in grinding robots, enabling seamless integration with CNC machine tools and precision machine tools. Safety features such as collision detection and emergency halting ensure a secure work environment. Industries like aerospace, energy, automobile, rail transit, and turbine blade manufacturing heavily rely on grinding robots for their high-performance requirements. Standard bots are increasingly being implemented in these industries to optimize workflow and reduce production time. Grinding robots are not just machines; they come with solutions teams, expert advice, and onsite trials to ensure a smooth transition. Programming and training are essential aspects of implementing these robots, making it essential for manufacturers to invest in comprehensive solutions. Ventilation and location considerations are vital when integrating grinding robots into existing workflows. As the market for industrial robots continues to grow, grinding robots are expected to play a significant role in transforming the tooling industry.

The Grinding Robots Market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of automation in various industries. Robotic arms equipped with grinding tools are becoming increasingly popular in machine shops, particularly in the wind blade, new energy bus body, and high-speed rail body manufacturing sectors. These industries require high precision and micrometer-level or even submillimeter-level surface finishing, which is best achieved through the use of grinding robots. Robotic arms with advanced features like routine editor, force sensing, and multisensor feedback information enable manufacturers to optimize robot position and posture, calibrate the robot, and plan grinding paths. Grinding allowance control and constant contact force control are essential for maintaining surface integrity and ensuring feasibility studies are conducted for modeling and analysis.

The solutions team at leading grinding robot manufacturers offers on-site trials to help customers evaluate the benefits of these advanced technologies. Machine vision and machine vision-guided grinding systems provide additional accuracy and efficiency, while robot position-posture optimization and material removal control improve overall productivity. Alternative solutions, such as alternative grinding methods and alternative robot manufacturers, are also gaining attention in the market. Review papers and case studies highlight the advantages of grinding robots in various applications, including rail transit industries, and the importance of robot calibration, manipulator stiffness, positioning errors, and force control in achieving optimal results.

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What are the Key Data Covered in this Market Research Report?

• CAGR of the market during the forecast period
• Detailed information on factors that will drive the growth of the market between 2023 and 2028.
• Precise estimation of the market size and its contribution to the market in focus on the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming trends and changes in consumer behavior
• Growth of the market across APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America
• A thorough analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information about companies
• Comprehensive analysis of factors that will challenge the growth of market companies

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