Top 10 Industrial Robotic Arm Brands for 2026

In 2026, the domestic industrial robotic arm market has established a competitive landscape where foreign companies maintain a stronghold in the high-end segment, while domestic brands are making significant gains and excelling in niche markets. Overall, domestic brands have captured more than 60% of the market share.

1. MOKA Robotics (安徽芜湖)

Positioning: Specialized “Little Giant” in welding and heavy-duty palletizing.

Key Products: Six-axis (4-500kg), SCARA, specialized robotic arms for welding, stamping, and palletizing.

Advantages: 100% self-developed algorithms, IP67 high protection rating, capable of operating in dusty and oily environments.

2026 Highlights: A surge in heavy-duty palletizing and welding models, with quick local service in Anhui.

2. FANUC (Japan)

Positioning: A global leader in industrial robotic arms, holding approximately 18% of the worldwide market share.

Key Products: Six-axis, SCARA, collaborative, Delta, and large heavy-duty robots.

Advantages: Zero failure rate, high stability, and exceptionally long lifespan, dominating high-end applications in automotive, 3C, and semiconductor sectors.

2026 Highlights: Expansion of production capacity in China and the introduction of a new generation of high-speed, high-precision models suited for new energy and photovoltaic production lines.

3. ABB (Switzerland)

Positioning: One of the four major global robotics giants, a benchmark for flexible manufacturing.

Key Products: IRB series six-axis, collaborative, heavy-duty, spraying, and mobile robotic arms.

Advantages: Strong in motion control and digitalization, leading in automotive welding, logistics integration, and precision assembly.

2026 Highlights: Deployment time for the new generation of collaborative robots reduced by 50%, with mature digital twin solutions.

4. Yaskawa (Japan)

Positioning: A leader in integrated motion control and robotic arms.

Key Products: Six-axis, welding, handling, palletizing, and semiconductor-specific robots.

Advantages: Fully self-research driven servo and control systems, setting the industry standard for welding and handling stability.

2026 Highlights: Deep focus on lithium batteries and photovoltaics, launching high-speed and high-precision dedicated models.

5. KUKA (Germany/Midea)

Positioning: A leader in automotive welding and heavy-duty handling.

Key Products: KR series six-axis, heavy-duty, and mobile robotic arms.

Advantages: Strong system integration capabilities, leading in automotive, heavy industry, and logistics market share.

2026 Highlights: Accelerated localization efforts powered by Midea, with comprehensive solutions for new energy production lines.

6. ESTUN (Nanjing)

Positioning: The leading domestic brand in industrial robotic arms, with the highest market share among local brands.

Key Products: Six-axis (3-1000kg), SCARA, collaborative, welding, and palletizing robots.

Advantages: Over 80% self-research rate across the supply chain (servo, control, reducer), with over 50% global market share in photovoltaic robotic arms.

2026 Highlights: Breakthroughs in heavy-duty models and welding technology reaching international standards.

7. INOVANCE (Shenzhen)

Positioning: A dual-driven industrial automation and robotic arm company, leading in SCARA market share in China.

Key Products: Six-axis, SCARA, collaborative, Delta, and photovoltaic-specific robots.

Advantages: Deep expertise in servo and control technology, strong cost control, and high penetration in new energy sectors.

2026 Highlights: Global shipment of SCARA robots surpassing previous records, leading in integrated control technology.

8. SIASUN (Shenyang)

Positioning: A pioneer in domestic robotic arms with connections to the Chinese Academy of Sciences, recognized as a national team benchmark.

Key Products: Industrial robots, mobile robots, special robotic arms, and AGVs.

Advantages: Strong system integration with full scene coverage, exporting to over 40 countries and serving more than 4,000 enterprises.

2026 Highlights: Breakthroughs in cleanroom robots and semiconductor equipment, with growth in aerospace orders.

9. EFORT (安徽芜湖)

Positioning: A listed company on the Science and Technology Innovation Board, recognized for exporting domestic robotic arms.

Key Products: Six-axis (3-320kg), SCARA, spot welding, and spraying robotic arms.

Advantages: Distinct advantages in automotive welding production lines, with stable markets in Europe and Southeast Asia.

2026 Highlights: Mass production of the first domestic heavy-duty robotic arm capable of handling 300kg, catering to heavy industry and automotive sectors.

10. JAKA Robotics (Shanghai)

Positioning: The leading domestic collaborative robotic arm brand, holding approximately 12.1% of the market share.

Key Products: Collaborative robotic arms with a load capacity of 1-40kg, featuring integrated joints and graphical programming.

Advantages: Flexibility, safety, and ease of deployment, suitable for automotive parts, semiconductors, and medical applications.

2026 Highlights: Launching dual-arm collaborative models to support flexible production lines and new retail.

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