Stäubli Robotics Showcases Medical Automation Solutions at September Exhibition in Ireland

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Stäubli Robotics will showcase its portfolio of automation solutions for the medical technology industry at the Medical Technology Ireland exhibition, held September 23-24 at Galway Racecourse. The event is one of Europe's trade exhibitions for medical device development and manufacturing.

Medical devices range from orthodontic aligners and CT scanners to prosthetic devices—highly diverse products, yet all must meet stringent industry standards. Driven by industry trends such as connected wearables and personalized products, manufacturing complexity and traceability requirements continue to rise.

Sébastien Lagarde, Global Head of Life Science Robotics at Stäubli Robotics, stated that demand for single-use devices such as surgical staplers—which require high precision in assembly and testing—is increasingly relying on automation and robotics to meet high-volume production and strict medical device standards.

Robots and mobile robotic systems can enhance the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of medical device manufacturing while streamlining processes. Robots used in medical applications must meet strict hygiene requirements and withstand intensive cleaning and disinfection procedures; only specially designed robots can remain undamaged over the long term.

For nearly four decades, Stäubli has partnered with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators to automate demanding medical technology applications. Leveraging this expertise, the company offers robotic solutions for virtually every application, covering medical device production processes such as assembly, machining, laser cutting, polishing, sandblasting, quality inspection, and injection molding.

Stäubli's four-axis and six-axis robots offer various payload capacities and feature hygienic designs suitable for cleanroom environments. Models specifically designed for life science applications comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements, making them suitable for sterile environments. An additional dedicated product line, the Access series, provides a cost-effective entry point for a wide range of medical device manufacturing applications. In mobile robotics, Stäubli offers platform AGVs and autonomous forklifts, and states that Sterimove is the world's first mobile robot compatible with Grade A/B cleanroom environments.

Stäubli holds ISO 13485 certification, confirming compliance with internationally recognized standards for medical device quality management systems, which helps manufacturers reduce validation efforts for integrated automation solutions. Documented processes, rigorous quality standards, and sustained attention to industry requirements provide customers with greater assurance when implementing demanding production projects.

Stäubli states that its solutions are designed to meet regulatory requirements in the medical technology sector, helping manufacturers increase output and product quality while improving efficiency and profitability. Automation also reduces human error, enhances transparency through real-time data collection, and establishes more flexible manufacturing processes to accommodate the growing demand for personalized medical products. During the exhibition, visitors can experience firsthand how Stäubli's technology is applied in medical device manufacturing.