Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has worked with leading robotic-equipment manufacturers since the introduction of this technology back in the 1960s.

Since then, the company has become one of the leading suppliers of sealing solutions for the servomechanisms, hydraulic and pneumatic systems that power the movement of robots.

To illustrate its capabilities, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is launching a video and augmented-reality brochure (www.tss.trelleborg.com).

These systems, with complex configurations of seals, are fundamental to the function of robotic equipment, and they are required to operate 24/7 with a minimum of down-time.

Moreover, sealing solutions are required to offer “outstanding friction capabilities” to extend seal life, minimise wear and facilitate smooth and constant movement.

Yoichi Higuchi, who heads up the robotics lead group at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, said: “According to Transparency Market Research, the global robot market is likely to see growth of around 17% to reach revenues of $147
billion by 2025.

"When you consider that every robot that has moving ‘arms’ needs a servomechanism, hydraulic or pneumatic system to control it, the requirements for seals are going to be huge and will become ever more challenging.”