Ty Robotics Partners with Fanuc of Japan for Robotic Automation Technology Collaboration

From the left, Vice President Inoue of FANUC, CEO Seungwook An of Tirobotics, and other key stakeholders. Provided by Tirobotics

Ty Robotics announced on March 17 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Fanuc of Japan for cooperation in robotic automation technology. Under this agreement, the two companies plan to jointly develop a mobile automation system that combines Ty Robotics' autonomous mobile robots (AMR) with Fanuc's collaborative robots (cobots).

The scope of collaboration includes physical AI technology for object manipulation, digital twin-based process simulation, and preventive maintenance (PM) technology for diagnosing equipment status in advance. Based on these technologies, the two companies intend to expand their partnership to include joint product and technology development targeting the global market.

Fanuc is a leading global industrial robot company with a market capitalization of approximately 56 trillion won. Last year, it posted sales of about 7.4 trillion won and an operating profit of around 1.5 trillion won. Leveraging its expertise in industrial robots, computer numerical control (CNC), and machine tools, Fanuc supplies automation solutions across all manufacturing sectors, including automotive, electronics, and semiconductors.

Seungwook Ahn, CEO of Ty Robotics, stated, "By combining Fanuc’s world-class cobot technology and process expertise with our high-performance AMR platform, the scalability of mobile automation systems is greatly enhanced. We expect to further strengthen our collaboration by leveraging Fanuc’s global network and to expand the application of smart factory solutions, thereby increasing our presence in both domestic and international markets."

Meanwhile, Fanuc recently exhibited its 'CRX-10iA' robot at the Ty Robotics booth during the 'Smart Factory & Automation World 2026 (AW 2026)'. This equipment is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, such as palletizing, welding, and assembly, and is distinguished by its high durability and reliability, making it operable over long periods without maintenance.

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