Labman Automation: Pioneering Bespoke Robotic Solutions Across Industries

Labman Automation, headquartered in North Yorkshire, England, specialises in bespoke robotic solutions for universities, industry leaders, and laboratories. To date, the company has built 348 robots that operate in 54 countries.

Labman’s portfolio spans manufacturing, biotech, chemical, medical, paints & coatings, food & beverage, consumer goods, water, and agriculture. Tasks automated include those traditionally performed by specialised staff such as scientists, lab technicians, and engineers.

In laboratory, research and medical settings, the robots handle tasks such as weighing vials and microtubes, reformatting blood, liquid extraction, and metabolite extraction.

In manufacturing and high‑throughput contexts, the robots execute vial filling, capping, and packaging; disc washing and coating; modular substrate handling; and powder dispensing.

Each solution is uniquely engineered, combining advanced robotic hardware with a custom software interface. Systems range from compact, desk‑side units to large, shipping‑container‑sized deployments.

Creating sophisticated automation, such as the Formulation Engine developed for Liverpool University’s Material Innovation Factory, demands high‑precision mechanical components that meet stringent requirements for accuracy, strength, heat and chemical resistance, and durability.

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