Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Odense, Region Syddanmark
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Since 2005
Universal Robots is a collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturer headquartered in Odense, Denmark, founded in 2005. It is estimated to employ 1,000 to 5,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $250 to 500 million. The company is part of Teradyne Inc. and serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its robotic arms are used for tasks such as metal fabrication and welding, and in March 2026 it announced a partnership with Flex to expand intelligent automation across global manufacturing.
Universal Robots at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
2005
Headquarters
Odense, Region Syddanmark
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
23
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
23
Named foreign suppliers
9
Top origins
Germany · China · Belgium
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Universal Robots.
What this tells a buyer
The company announced in December 2025 that it would open a new US operations hub in 2026, and in September 2026 it unveiled its Gen 7 platform for industrial automation and physical AI deployment.
Its product line includes lightweight collaborative robot arms with payload capacities of up to 35 kg and a touch-screen programming interface, and the company holds ISO 9001 certification.
Universal Robots is a subsidiary of Teradyne Inc. and is not separately publicly listed, with estimated annual revenue of $250 to 500 million.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
21 years in operation (founded 2005).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Universal Robots is a collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturer headquartered in Odense, Denmark, founded in 2005. It is estimated to employ 1,000 to 5,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $250 to 500 million. The company is part of Teradyne Inc. and serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its robotic arms are used for tasks such as metal fabrication and welding, and in March 2026 it announced a partnership with Flex to expand intelligent automation across global manufacturing.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2005 |
Headquarters | Odense, Region Syddanmark |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Universal Robots makes
Its product line includes lightweight collaborative robot arms with payload capacities of up to 35 kg and a touch-screen programming interface, and the company holds ISO 9001 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Metal Fabrication, Welding, Electronics, Steel, Coating, Pump (source: universal-robots.com).
Certifications
Universal Robots is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — universal-robots.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company announced in December 2025 that it would open a new US operations hub in 2026, and in September 2026 it unveiled its Gen 7 platform for industrial automation and physical AI deployment. US customs bill-of-lading records list 23 inbound shipments across 9 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · China · Belgium.
Latest developments
2026-09-14 — Universal Robots unveils Gen 7, a new platform for industrial automation and physical AI deployment (universal-robots.com)
2026-08-27 — News Center - Universal Robots (universal-robots.com)
2026-04-23 — Flex and Teradyne Robotics expand partnership to scale intelligent automation across global manufacturing (universal-robots.com)
2026-01-06 — Universal Robots, Robotiq Show Palletizing Solution at CES | CES 2027 | advancedmanufacturing.org (advancedmanufacturing.org)
2025-12-12 — New US Operations Hub to open in 2026 (universal-robots.com)
2025-11-18 — Universal Robots Partners with Viam to Transform Automation Solutions for Marine Sectors and Beyond (universal-robots.com)
Company details
Universal Robots is a subsidiary of Teradyne Inc. and is not separately publicly listed, with estimated annual revenue of $250 to 500 million. Universal Robots was founded in 2005, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Odense, Region Syddanmark. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 21 years in operation (founded 2005). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Universal Robots make?
Universal Robots is a collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturer headquartered in Odense, Denmark, founded in 2005. It is estimated to employ 1,000 to 5,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $250 to 500 million. The company is part of Teradyne Inc. and serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its robotic arms are used for tasks such as metal fabrication and welding, and in March 2026 it announced a partnership with Flex to expand intelligent automation across global manufacturing.
Where is Universal Robots headquartered?
Universal Robots is headquartered in Odense, Region Syddanmark (25 Energivej, Odense, Region Syddanmark, 5260).
When was Universal Robots founded?
Universal Robots was founded in 2005.
How big is Universal Robots?
Universal Robots has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Universal Robots hold?
Universal Robots lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Universal Robots import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 23 inbound shipments for Universal Robots, with top origins including Germany · China · Belgium.
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