Preparing the published article.
Choosing Between a Cobot and an Industrial Robot
Payload, speed and human presence decide it.
Fit by case
| Case | Usually better |
|---|---|
| Small parts, frequent changeover, shared station | Cobot |
| High speed, high payload, fully enclosed | Industrial robot |
| Machine tending with limited space | Cobot with guarded machine |
| Welding at production rate | Industrial robot |
The safety work does not disappear
A cobot removes fencing only if the risk assessment supports it. Force and speed limits must be measured for each task, including the tool and the part.