Stäubli Robotics rises to enable baking inspection and handling - The Robot Report

Stäubli Robotics is advancing automation in the baking industry by offering specialized robotic systems designed for food-grade handling, inspection, and packaging. Addressing challenges such as labor shortages, market pressures, and evolving consumer demands for variety and healthier options, Stäubli provides four- and six-axis robots, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and collaborative robots. These systems enhance production efficiency, throughput, and safety while maintaining flexibility and hygiene standards critical in food environments. Their HE series robots are specifically engineered to withstand rigorous washdown procedures, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with food safety regulations. At the upcoming International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), Stäubli will showcase its TS2-60 HE robot integrated with Oxipital AI’s VX2 vision-guided system. This demonstration highlights a fully automated process where the robot bulk-picks bread products, uses AI-powered inspection to detect defects, sorts acceptable items for packaging, and diverts defective ones for further handling. The