automatica 2025: Guide to intelligent automation and robotics

by A. Bergmeier - 2025-05-27

From June 24 to 27, 2025, automatica will once again open its doors in Munich and present itself as the leading international trade fair for intelligent automation and robotics. The event offers a comprehensive overview of current developments and innovations along the entire value chain – from components and systems to services and applications. As a platform for exchange between industry, research, and politics, automatica provides impetus for the future of automated production.

voraus robotik: Software instead of PCs for flexible automation

At voraus robotik, everything revolves exclusively around software. Unlike traditional providers, the company does not sell hardware, but rather supplies software modules that can be used to control entire systems – without the usual progra... Software instead of PCs for flexible automation





KIT ARMAR-7: Robot recognizes speech and helps in everyday life

ARMAR-7 is the latest humanoid robot from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). It is already the seventh generation in this series, which aims to support people in their everyday lives in the future. KIT ARMAR-7: Robots as everyday helpers



Guttroff: Laser welding cells with cobot and safety concept

Guttroff is primarily known as a gas supplier, but at the trade fair it is demonstrating how broad its portfolio has become. In addition to gases, the company has its own automation department, where it is presenting a full-package system f... Guttroff: Laser welding cells with cobots





Evasive Robotics: Safe control of multiple robots in confined spaces

Evasive Robotics is showcasing a special project at the trade fair: robot heads decorated with flowers, known as “EvaHeads,” were created as part of a university project. The aim was to give machines emotions and enable them to interact wit... Evasive Robotics: Multi-Robot



ABB heavy-duty robots: high performance meets safety

ABB is highlighting the exceptional quality and robustness of its robots at the trade fair. The company sees itself as a clear pioneer in this field and emphasizes that it consciously goes the extra mile to deliver durable and reliable syst... ABB heavy-duty robot IRB 6750S



Flexible AI robotics system from TU Berlin: real-time adaptation

Researchers at TU Berlin are currently working on a robot system that leaves the rigid processes of traditional programs behind. Instead of fixed step-by-step commands, this robot uses a model that understands the relationships in the world... Flexible AI robot system from TU Berlin



Nabtesco showcases robotics gears, digital actuators, and exoskeletons

Nabtesco is considered the world's largest manufacturer of cycloidal gears. Around 60 percent of all industrial robots today use these high-performance components in their axes. The company covers the entire spectrum: shaft gearboxes are mo... Nabtesco gears for robotics





Stäubli showcases mobile robotics and AI for logistics and intralogistics

At automatica, Stäubli is presenting several future-oriented systems for the logistics and production sectors. The focus is on two mobile platforms: the PF3 and a newly developed counterbalance forklift. Both vehicles are designed for auton... Stäubli mobile robotics and AI



Omron presents OL-450S: Mobile robot for intralogistics

Omron is presenting its new OL-450S mobile robot at the trade fair. The vehicle is designed for autonomous material transport and moves independently through warehouses and production halls. With a load capacity of 450 kilograms and a speed... Omron autonomous robot with 450 kg payload



ABB presents new AMR P603 with V-SLAM for intralogistics

ABB is expanding its portfolio of autonomous mobile robots (AMR) with the new P603, which has been specially developed for intralogistics applications. The compact transport robot is equipped with Visual SLAM navigation and enables high-pre... ABB AMR P603 with V-SLAM for intralogistics





Robotics Institute Germany: AI and robotics research network

The Robotics Institute Germany, or RIG for short, is a nationwide platform that brings together top researchers in the field of AI-based robotics in Germany under one roof. The aim of this initiative is to make a decisive contribution to Ge... Robotics Institute Germany



Faulhaber showcases miniature motors for robotics and medical technology

Small, precise and powerful: Faulhaber is presenting its range of miniature motors and drive systems at automatica. The company, headquartered in Germany, offers motor solutions for applications where space, efficiency and service life are ... Faulhaber compact drive solutions





Yamaha conveyor system for precise, compact automation

At automatica, Yamaha Robotics will be focusing on a system that combines several tasks at once - in the smallest of spaces. The Linear Conveyor System offers a combination of conveyor technology, robotics and inspection. It demonstrates ho... Yamaha conveyor system



Siemens: Robot integration, simulation and AI Co-Pilot

At automatica 2025, Siemens is focusing on the requirements of mechanical engineering - with an end-to-end approach that extends from the initial design decision to virtual commissioning. The aim is to support machine builders in making com... Siemens practical automation in mechanical engineering



Fanuc: Robot control, AI maintenance, and collaborative systems

Fanuc is demonstrating how closely robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence are now interlinked with a wide range of new developments at the automatica. It's not just about higher payloads or faster movements—it's about how systems... Fanuc connects robotics & AI



Starting on June 25, 2025, you will find new posts about automatica 2025 here every day.

Focus and highlights of the trade fair

automatica 2025 will focus on three central themes: digitalization and artificial intelligence, sustainable production, and the future of work. These megatrends will be addressed in various formats, including the automatica Forum with expert presentations and discussions. The trade fair also offers special areas such as the Start-up Arena, where innovative young companies present their solutions, and AI.Society, which highlights applications of robotics and AI in various areas of life.

Robotics Gripping Systems Schmalz
Robot Automation Denso
Automation Intralogistics Igus

Facts and figures about automatica 2025

The trade fair will take place at the Messe München exhibition center and will span several halls. Parallel to automatica, LASER World of PHOTONICS and World of QUANTUM will also be held, giving visitors additional insights into related technology areas. The event is aimed at trade visitors from various industries and, in addition to the exhibition, offers an extensive supporting program with presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.

Mobile Robotics Kuka
Siemens Motion Control with AI Integration

automatica is organized by Messe München GmbH. The content of the conference program is supported by various professional organizations, including leading associations and institutions from the fields of robotics, industrial automation, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing technology. They play a key role in ensuring that the trade fair covers current topics in a practical and future-oriented manner.

Website of the trade fair organizer: www.automatica-munich.com