The journey of Coating Robots has transformed dramatically, driven by safety, precision, and ease of use.
Early Hydraulic Systems (1970s-1980s): Powerful but messy, unreliable, and dangerous. Used primarily for large, simple parts.
Electric Servo Robots (1990s-2010s): Introduced precision, better repeatability, and clean operation. Programming remained highly complex, requiring expert knowledge.
The Zero-Programming Era (Current): The latest evolutionary stage, characterized by Drag-and-Teach and intuitive interfaces. This shift addresses the final frontier: usability.
Today, manufacturers are choosing systems optimized for knowledge capture. The modern spraying robot must not only spray perfectly but also allow an experienced worker to transfer their technique to the machine in minutes—a key feature separating legacy systems from the latest innovations.