SIGNALRobotics·Jun 21, 2026, 12:30 PMSignal55Medium term

Güdel to show grinding beyond stationary robots with vertical, horizontal motion at Automate 2026

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Güdel to show grinding beyond stationary robots with vertical, horizontal motion at Automate 2026

Güdel has added two degrees of freedom to heavy-duty robotic grinding applications through its TMV and TMF systems. The post Güdel to show grinding beyond stationary robots with vertical, horizontal motion at Automate 2026 appeared first on The Robot Report .

Why this matters
Why now

The exhibition at Automate 2026 highlights ongoing advancements in industrial automation, specifically in robotic capabilities for complex tasks like grinding.

Why it’s important

Improved robotic flexibility and capability in manufacturing can increase efficiency, reduce labor costs, and enhance precision in various industrial applications.

What changes

Industrial robots are moving beyond fixed-position tasks to more dynamic, multi-axis operations, expanding their utility in heavy-duty manufacturing processes.

Winners
  • · Industrial automation companies
  • · Automotive manufacturers
  • · Energy sector companies
  • · Machine tool industry
Losers
  • · Manufacturers relying solely on manual labor for grinding
  • · Companies slow to adopt advanced robotics
Second-order effects
Direct

Increased adoption of flexible robotic systems in heavy industry for tasks requiring precise material removal.

Second

Enhanced speed and quality in manufacturing processes lead to higher output and potentially lower production costs.

Third

This could contribute to reshoring manufacturing and reducing reliance on manual labor in industrialized nations, impacting global supply chains and labor markets.

Editorial confidence: 85 / 100 · Structural impact: 40 / 100
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