Plug-in hybrids combine the range of an internal combustion engine with a locally emission-free electric drive. ZF, one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, offers solutions for the entire range of hybrid vehicles with a modular construction kit. Together with the system integrator Maschinenbau Böhmer GmbH, KUKA will in future support the automation of the production of the fourth generation of ZF…

According to the German Federal Network Agency, more than 200 frequencies have been allocated for local 5G networks by spring 2022. The Augsburg-based robot and systems manufacturer has also secured the use of certain frequency ranges. "This will enable KUKA to work on products and solutions in the coming years that exploit the potential of fast, reliable and secure 5G connectivity," says Michael Wagner,…

Second-highest order volume in the company’s history at €3.6 billion (sales revenues: €3.3 billion). KUKA exceeds revenue and earnings targets issued in 2021 and has a positive out-look for the current fiscal year. Global supply bottlenecks and increased costs hinder even stronger performance, but EBIT nevertheless rises significantly to €61.8 million. CEO Peter Mohnen: “We are conquering new markets with…

The KUKA products and solutions will be used for the production of bodies-in-white and at other various locations over the next few years. Among other aspects, KUKA’s services and the long-standing collaboration were important factors in the decision to award the contract. “KUKA is very pleased to further accompany Ford Otosan on its journey towards electromobility in the coming years”, says Kagan Abidin,…

The KUKA cell4_premachining brings the advantages of large-scale industry to foundries of all sizes. The cell can be customized and is extremely economical. Robots, positioners and motor spindles work perfectly together and reduce the hard physical work of deburring, sawing, milling or grinding. This not only saves time, but also gives foundries more flexibility thanks to the 13-fold tool changer. One…

As one of the global market leaders for automation in the automotive industry, KUKA is already a partner to many OEMs in their first steps towards electromobility. In addition to battery production itself, our portfolio also includes the assembly of electric drives and electric axle components through to complete body-in-white production for electric vehicles. There are now numerous different drive…

The term of office of the CEO will thus be extended by a further three years until summer 2024, effective July 1, 2021. "I would like to thank the Supervisory Board and the employees for their confidence in my work,” said Peter Mohnen. "I have been part of this company for almost ten years and really appreciate the unique KUKA spirit. Together we have stabilized KUKA and brought it through the COVID-19…

It's about the end-to-end connectivity within the industry : from the machine, via the edge to the cloud, and right into the ERP-system. It is difficult to be a specialist in each of these disciplines, and often not cost-effective either. Close partnerships are needed to ensure that end-to-end industrial digitalization from the machine to the cloud works. KUKA is working with SAP, Microsoft, Siemens and…

Easy access to robotics: That’s KUKA’s ambitious goal – and therefore is presenting the first elements of a preview of an operating system of the future at the digital Hannover Messe 2021. Because therein lies the key: simple operation and intuitive handling of automation solutions, which until now have often been reserved for experts. "Our mission by 2030 is: Automation will be simpler, more intuitive, and…

Most of the systems are assembled at KUKA in Augsburg, commissioned and then delivered to the customer. On an area of about 14,000 square meters, underbody 1 and 2 including associated subassemblies will be implemented. Process technologies such as resistance spot welding, bonding, nut and stud welding are carried out in the 15 modular production lines. Among other things, so-called KUKA Rack Changer are…