Universal Robots
Collaborative Robot Arms · Teradyne Company · Founded 2005, Odense, Denmark
Company Overview
Universal Robots (UR) is the world's leading manufacturer of collaborative robots. Founded in 2005 in Odense, Denmark and acquired by Teradyne, Inc. in 2015, UR pioneered the cobot category and has deployed over 100,000 cobots across more than 100 countries. The company employs over 1,000 people globally with offices in the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
UR cobots are deployed across automotive, electronics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, metal and machining, and logistics industries. Notable customers include BMW, L'Oreal, Nissan, Johnson & Johnson, and Flex. The UR+ ecosystem includes 500+ certified peripherals (grippers, vision systems, and software) from third-party partners.
Full Product Lineup
Universal Robots offers six cobot models spanning payloads from 3 kg to 30 kg. All models feature the intuitive Polyscope interface, built-in force/torque sensing, and safety-rated collaborative operation per ISO 10218-1 and ISO/TS 15066.
UR3e
Ultra-compact tabletop cobot for precision assembly, lab automation, and light pick-and-place.
UR5e
Versatile mid-range cobot ideal for machine tending, quality inspection, and packaging tasks.
UR10e
Long-reach cobot for automating larger workspaces, palletizing, and material handling tasks.
UR16e
High-payload cobot for heavy-part handling, machine tending, and screw driving applications.
UR20
Next-generation cobot built for palletizing, welding, and high-throughput automation cells.
UR30
Heavy-duty cobot for advanced material handling, machine tending with large parts, and palletizing.
Why Universal Robots Cobots
Safety by Design
All UR cobots are certified to ISO 10218-1 and ISO/TS 15066. Adjustable safety-rated force, speed, and position limits allow fenceless operation alongside humans. 17 safety functions are individually configurable.
Ease of Use
Polyscope teach pendant with graphical programming enables setup in hours, not weeks. Operators with no coding experience can program new tasks via hand-guiding or waypoint teaching. Average deployment time: under one day for simple tasks.
Fast ROI
Typical payback period of 6 to 12 months. Low total cost of ownership with no caging, minimal floor space, and single-phase power. Annual maintenance costs are a fraction of traditional industrial robots.
UR+ Ecosystem
500+ certified end-effectors, vision systems, and software plugins through the UR+ marketplace. Partners include Robotiq, OnRobot, Schmalz, Cognex, and Keyence, ensuring plug-and-play integration.
Open Platform
Real-time data interface at 500 Hz over TCP/IP. PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP connectivity. ROS 2 driver with MoveIt support. URScript language for advanced motion control and external sensor integration.
Global Support
Distributed service network in 100+ countries. UR Academy offers free online training. Certified System Integrators (CSI) program ensures quality deployments. Dedicated application engineers for complex projects.
Key Applications
- Machine tending (CNC, injection molding)
- Palletizing and depalletizing
- Welding (MIG, TIG, laser)
- Assembly and screw driving
- Quality inspection and testing
- Packaging and labeling
- Pick and place
- Gluing and dispensing
- Polishing and sanding
- Lab automation and sample handling