As a technology pioneer, SCHUNK aims to drive the industrial advancement of humanoid robotics. Drawing on decades of experience in flexible gripping technology and collaborating with industrial companies, startups, and research institutions, the company has been opening up new fields of application beyond the purely scientific realm with its 5-finger gripping hand for more than ten years. The newly founded tech spin-off, SCHUNK Humanoid Robotics GmbH, is intended to consolidate expertise in the field of humanoid robotics and thus enable innovations to be translated into marketable products more quickly.

A foundation of expertise, technology, and market proximity

According to SCHUNK, the spin-off is starting from a strong position: It builds on the company’s long-standing experience in the automation of handling processes, utilizes existing infrastructure as well as test and development facilities in the company’s own robot application centers (CoLabs), and draws on an international network in research and development. In addition, a proven technology portfolio is available—supported by a global customer base and established access to the relevant markets of humanoid robotics.

Humanoid robotics holds enormous market potential

The focus is on the next generation of a modular, anthropomorphic 5-finger gripper hand with an integrated wrist and forearm. It is designed as a scalable building block for the industrial deployment of humanoid systems. A new prototype is already nearing deployment. “There is enormous market potential in humanoid robotics. With this spin-off, we are creating the space for an agile, independent startup-style company with a strong technological foundation and a strong market focus. In doing so, we are further expanding our position as a leading end-of-arm partner in robotics and establishing a global standard for humanoid hands,” says Timo Gessmann, CTO of SCHUNK.

Seeking talent with an entrepreneurial spirit

The spin-off is currently actively seeking talent with an entrepreneurial spirit across the entire value chain—from mechatronics and embedded development to AI and simulation, through to system integration and product management. Anyone interested in learning more or applying is encouraged to contact SCHUNK.

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