CNC specialist enters robot market with ‘disruptive’ technology
18 February 2025 
The CNC machinery specialist Danobat has entered the robot market with a family of precision robots that, it says, set new benchmarks in accuracy and efficiency, combining the flexibility of a robot with the stability and precision of a machine tool.
Danobat is aiming to transform manufacturing processes with the robots that have been specifically engineered for operations requiring high precision and dynamic performance. It describes the development as “disruptive” and predicts that it will “redefine industry standards”.
The DMTR robots are claimed to achieve three times the pose accuracy of rival technologies, and to deliver “exceptional” levels of pose repeatability in critical operations such as drilling, riveting and tapping. In addition, their ability to follow paths with three times better accuracy makes them ideal for complex machining and precision additive manufacturing applications.
A key differentiator is the robots’ programming, which uses CNC (computer numerical control) techniques, simplifying integration for companies that are already familiar with this technology.
Danobat claims that the robots’ dynamics and control capabilities go beyond the current state-of-the-art – such as reducing vibrations by a factor of ten, and cutting machining cycle times by 20%. This not only enhances productivity, but also ensures superior quality in critical applications.
Potential applications for the robots range from depositing composites or steel, to riveting, assembly and 3D printing. They are said to excel in flexibility and adaptability to a wide range of industrial applications.
The smallest version has a payload capacity of up to 70kg and a reach of 2.2m, while the largest handles loads of up to 520kg and has a 3.6m reach.
“The DMTR range combines the accuracy and stability of a machine tool with the agility and flexibility of a six-axis robot, opening new production possibilities for key sectors like aerospace, automotive and energy,” says Danobat CEO, Xabier Alzaga. “This achievement merges Danobat’s deep expertise in high-precision technology with the know-how of our specialised team in precision robotics based in Switzerland.”
Danobat: LinkedIn
