Cobot and Go: FANUC Launches Web Tool To Simplify Cobot Integration

For many manufacturers, particularly small to mid-sized operations, the concept of automation has long remained just out of reach. The barriers are familiar with challenges such as steep upfront costs, a need for specialized programming skills, and complex system integration. In high-mix, low-volume production environments, traditional automation often proves too rigid or expensive to justify. As a result, manufacturers are left battling persistent labor shortages and recurring productivity slowdowns with few viable solutions.

FANUC America aims to remove these obstacles with its new platform, “Cobot and Go.” The web-based tool helps manufacturers identify and adopt collaborative robot systems tailored to specific applications. By focusing on simplicity and cost-efficiency, Cobot and Go offers a practical way for businesses to bring automation onto the shop floor with no advanced robotics expertise required.

FANUC’s Cobot and Go aims to simplify cobot integration in manufacturing processes. Image used courtesy of FANUC America

Cobot and Go

The heart of Cobot and Go is accessibility. Users can search for automation solutions by robot model, function, or even through FANUC’s network of authorized system integrators. Each offering is based on FANUC’s CRX collaborative robot line, which means the solutions are pre-engineered and ready for deployment. This plug-and-play approach aims to dramatically cut down the time and effort usually required for robotic system installation and configuration.

Because the solutions are standardized yet customizable, manufacturers can get started quickly without navigating the complexity of designing systems from scratch. Whether the need is for machine tending, compact welding setups, or quality inspection, the platform delivers an option that fits the task and the budget.

CRX Collaborative Robots

FANUC’s CRX cobot series comes with a suite of features that address real-world manufacturing demands. Payload capacities reach up to 30 kg, and with arm reach options extending to 1889 mm, these robots are built to perform across a range of production scenarios. CRX models are also available for industry-specific requirements, including painting or food-grade operations.

Cobot and Go solutions utilize CRX cobots, suitable for a range of application needs. Image used courtesy of FANUC America

CRX cobots are compact and can be mounted on mobile carts or paired with autonomous mobile robots. This allows them to be moved between workstations as needed. This flexibility makes them especially valuable in operations where frequent retooling or reconfiguration is common.

One of the most attractive benefits for manufacturers is the CRX line’s long-term reliability. Each unit is designed for eight years of maintenance-free operation. This is a major advantage in industries where downtime is both costly and disruptive.

Cobot Solutions, Right Out of the Box

With Cobot and Go, FANUC is offering more than just another robotic product. They're delivering a practical strategy for manufacturers to keep pace with demand while managing labor constraints. By removing the traditional complexity surrounding automation, FANUC is helping businesses take the first meaningful step toward smarter, more efficient production.

For companies that have hesitated to automate due to cost, skill gaps, or floor space, this new tool could mark a turning point. Instead of starting from scratch, manufacturers can start with confidence and scale at their own pace.

The TOMA Palletizer solution is one of many Cobot and Go’s ready-to-deploy automation options. Image used courtesy of FANUC America

The versatility of Cobot and Go solutions means that companies aren’t investing in single-purpose equipment. Instead, they’re acquiring tools that can evolve with their production needs—handling a wide range of tasks like palletizing, inspection, and machine tending, often with only minor adjustments.

Support That Extends Beyond the Sale

Outside the Cobot and Go solution, FANUC also provides educational and technical support to help manufacturers succeed. Users can access guided modules covering everything from setup to advanced operations through FANUC’s CRX e-Learning portal. This self-paced resource ensures that new users can become confident operators without needing to rely on external trainers.

Additionally, FANUC’s Tech Transfer portal opens up detailed technical documentation that gives customers a deeper understanding of their systems. This makes it easier for businesses to train their own teams and build a culture of continuous improvement around robotic integration.