Manufacturing features and analysis

Cobots Hit 2.5 Million Units Globally as Safety Standards Finally Catch Up to Deployment Reality

Global cobot installations reached 2.5 million units in 2024, marking a 34% increase over 2023 as updated ISO 10218 standards address critical safety gaps exposed by rapid deployment. The revised standards now provide clearer guidance on risk assessment protocols and human-robot interaction zones, addressing compliance challenges that previously slowed adoption in regulated industries.