Taiwan's Aurotek expects rising orders for smart manufacturing robots

台灣和椿科技股份有限公司（Aurotek）預計智慧製造型機器人的訂單將會增加。

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Aurotek Corp. expects orders for its smart manufacturing robots and modules to keep rising this year, with automation equipment and robotic products poised to be its main growth drivers.

Aurotek has shifted from an automation equipment and industrial control manufacturer to a robot supplier. The company has launched robots and robotic arms for manufacturing, service, and logistics applications. Some of its robots are integrated with AI-powered systems for autonomous movement and collaborative work, per CNA.

Global demand for robots is projected to surpass 700,000 units by 2028, with Asia expected to account for the largest share. The company said that increasing automation in manufacturing, the rise of smart factories, and shifts in the labor structure are set to drive rapid growth in the global robotics market.

The company reported a record December revenue of NT$285 million (US$9 million), up 50.62% from November and 42.42% year over year. Full-year revenue reached NT$2.5 billion, a 50.12% increase from 2024, setting a new annual record. The company attributed the strong performance to rising orders for automation equipment and robots.

Aurotek added that it will allocate up to 4% of its annual revenue to R&D. Key projects include autonomous navigation, sensor control, and AI-driven collaborative technologies. The company also plans to diversify its international markets and seek partnerships with technology firms.

Aurotek’s main customers span the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing sectors. The company plans to expand its robotics offerings to serve hotels, retail stores, and commercial office buildings.

At the Taipei International Automation Exhibition in August, Aurotek showcased its logistics robots and unmanned forklifts. The machines are designed for deliveries and coordinated multi-robot operations, featuring mapping and navigation systems to sense their surroundings.

The company also demonstrated its Walker S1 humanoid robot performing tasks such as picking materials, moving boxes, stacking pallets, and connecting with conveyor belts. Meanwhile, the PD-T300 industrial robot, capable of handling loads up to 300 kg, can tow racks to designated locations and automatically unload them.