In context
In early 2023, the global collaborative robot market was expanding rapidly, with manufacturers seeking flexible automation solutions. India, a growing manufacturing hub, had largely relied on imported robotics technology. The debut of an indigenous cobot at IMTEX 2023 marked a significant step for the country’s automation ecosystem.
What was reported
Svaya Robotics, a startup, launched what it claims is “India’s first collaborative robot” at IMTEX 2023 in Bengaluru. The company says the robots are “completely designed and made in India,” emphasizing local engineering capability.
The product range is described as a “full-stack collaborative robotics platform,” with five models currently available. Svaya highlights precision, with “advanced motion control together with high-precision encoders ensure repeatability within 0.05 mm and high accuracy every time.”
The cobots come with digital twin and artificial intelligence capabilities, and support “a multitude of third party end-effectors” for diverse applications. They also feature a built-in programmable logic controller (PLC), enabling integration into existing systems and communication across industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and Profinet.
Why it mattered
This launch represented a milestone for India’s robotics industry, demonstrating that domestic companies could produce advanced automation technology. For manufacturers, it offered a locally developed option that could reduce dependency on imports and potentially lower costs, while supporting the broader adoption of collaborative automation in Indian factories.
“Svaya Robotics debuted India’s first collaborative robots – completely designed and made in India.”
Source: Robotics & Automation News (roboticsandautomationnews.com) · Published 2023-02-06 · “Svaya Robotics launches ‘India’s first collaborative robot’”