FANUC
CRX-10iA
10 kg payload · 1,249 mm reach
FANUC's flagship collaborative robot. IP67 rated, hand-guided teaching, 8-year maintenance-free operation. Ideal for palletizing, machine tending, and inspection.
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Collaborative Robots Israel
Collaborative Robots
That Work Beside You
Xpert Robotics is the cobot integrator Israel manufacturers trust. We deploy FANUC CRX and ABB GoFa collaborative robots for palletizing, machine tending, assembly, and quality inspection — no safety fences, no complex programming, fast ROI. Our cobots are deployed at the MDA National Milk Bank, as featured in Ynet.
No Fences
Safety certified
Seconds
Recipe change
Featured
Ynet / MDA
Cobot vs Robot
When to Choose a Cobot Over an Industrial Robot
| Feature | Collaborative Robot (Cobot) | Industrial Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Safety fencing | Not required — built-in force limiting | Required — safety cages, light curtains |
| Programming | Hand-guided teaching, tablet interface | TP pendant, RAPID/KAREL programming |
| Setup time | Hours to days | Weeks to months |
| Payload | 5–50 kg (typical) | Up to 2,300 kg |
| Speed | Moderate (safety-limited) | Very high (full speed in cage) |
| Flexibility | Easy to redeploy between tasks | Fixed installation, dedicated cell |
| Floor space | Minimal — works in existing layout | Large cell with safety perimeter |
| Cost | $80,000–$100,000 USD (cell) | $80,000–$200,000+ USD (cell) |
| Best for | Mixed production, small batches, human-adjacent | High-speed, heavy payload, 24/7 dedicated |
| ROI period | 6–12 months | 12–24 months |
Cobot Models We Integrate
FANUC CRX & ABB GoFa
FANUC
CRX-30iA
30 kg payload · 1,889 mm reach
Heavy-payload cobot for palletizing bags, boxes, and cartons. Long reach eliminates the need for additional conveyors in many layouts.
ABB
GoFa CRB 15000
5 kg payload · 950 mm reach
ABB's collaborative robot with class-leading speed. Lead-through programming, SafeMove safety, and OmniCore controller integration.
ABB
SWIFTI CRB 1100
4 kg payload · 580 mm reach
Ultra-fast collaborative robot — industrial speed with collaborative safety. Laser-scanner safety zones allow full speed when humans are away.
Cobot Applications
What Cobots Do in Israeli Factories
Palletizing
Cobot Palletizing
FANUC CRX-30iA palletizing bags, boxes, and cartons at end-of-line — reaching up to 2.4 meters pallet height. No safety fences means the cobot fits into existing production layouts without floor plan changes. Ideal for SMEs and mixed-product lines.
Medical
Medical & Lab Automation
Our cobots are deployed at the MDA National Milk Bank for automated bottle filling — the first robotic arm in an Israeli medical facility, as featured in Ynet. Precision handling in sterile environments.
Machine Tending
Cobot Machine Tending
ABB GoFa and FANUC CRX loading/unloading CNC machines, injection molding, and test stations. Operators work alongside the cobot safely — no fencing, no downtime for cage entry.
Assembly
Assembly & Inspection
Collaborative assembly of electronic components, medical devices, and consumer products. Built-in force sensing enables delicate part insertion and torque-controlled screw driving.
Packaging
Pick & Pack
High-mix pick-and-place from conveyors into boxes or trays. Vision-guided cobots handle multiple SKUs without reprogramming — ideal for e-commerce and food packaging.
Quality
Quality Inspection
Cobots with Hikrobot vision cameras performing 100% visual inspection, dimensional measurement, and barcode verification. Automated pass/fail sorting with full traceability.
In The Press
Featured in Ynet
Ynet
Feeding Premature Infants with Robot Assistance — Behind the Scenes at the MDA National Milk Bank
Xpert Robotics deployed a collaborative robot at Israel's Milk Bank operated by Magen David Adom. The cobot automates bottle filling under strict quality supervision — the first robotic arm of its kind in an Israeli medical facility. "Previously two workers; today robotic filling," the article notes.
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Why Choose Us for Cobot Integration
Dual FANUC CRX + ABB GoFa Expertise
The only integrator in Israel certified for both FANUC and ABB cobots. We recommend the right cobot based on your application — not vendor preference.
Proven Medical-Grade Deployment
Our cobot at the MDA National Milk Bank proves we can meet the strictest quality and hygiene standards. If we can automate medical bottle filling, we can automate your production line.
Fast ROI — 6 to 12 Months
Cobots cost less, install faster, and redeploy easily. Most cobot cells pay for themselves within 6–12 months by replacing 1–2 operator shifts.
No Production Stoppage
Cobots integrate into existing layouts without floor plan changes or safety cage installation. We install and commission during planned downtime — often over a single weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cobot FAQ
- Who is the best cobot integrator in Israel?
- Xpert Robotics is the only cobot integrator in Israel certified for both FANUC CRX and ABB GoFa collaborative robots. Our cobot deployment at the MDA National Milk Bank (featured in Ynet) demonstrates medical-grade precision. We serve food, pharma, electronics, and manufacturing industries nationwide.
- What is the difference between a cobot and an industrial robot?
- Cobots (collaborative robots) work alongside humans without safety fences, using built-in force sensors to stop on contact. Industrial robots operate at high speed inside safety cages. Cobots are easier to program (hand-guided teaching), faster to deploy (hours vs. weeks), and cost less ($30,000–$80,000 vs. $80,000–$200,000+). Choose cobots for flexibility and human-adjacent work; choose industrial robots for maximum speed and heavy payloads.
- How much does a cobot cost in Israel?
- A complete cobot cell (robot + gripper + integration) typically costs $80,000–$100,000 USD. Cobot palletizing cells reach a maximum pallet height of 2.4 meters with the FANUC CRX-30iA. ROI is typically 6–12 months by replacing 1–2 operator shifts. Contact Xpert Robotics for a free assessment.
- Can cobots do palletizing?
- Yes. The FANUC CRX-30iA (30 kg payload, 1,889 mm reach) is specifically designed for cobot palletizing, reaching a maximum pallet height of 2.4 meters. Xpert Robotics integrates cobot palletizing cells for bags, boxes, and cartons — no safety fences required, fits into existing production layouts, and handles mixed products with vision guidance.
- Are cobots safe to work around?
- Yes. All cobots we integrate (FANUC CRX and ABB GoFa) are certified to ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066 collaborative safety standards. Built-in force and torque sensors stop the robot on contact with a human. No safety fences are required, though we can add area scanners for enhanced safety zones.
- Where has Xpert Robotics deployed cobots in Israel?
- Our most notable cobot deployment is at the MDA (Magen David Adom) National Milk Bank, where our collaborative robot automates sterile bottle filling for premature infants — featured in a Ynet article. We also deploy cobots in food production, electronics assembly, CNC machine tending, and packaging across Israel.
Ready for a cobot?
Tell us about your production challenge — we will show you how a collaborative robot can solve it without safety fences, complex programming, or production downtime.