CobotsBroetje AutomationCommercially available
Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot
The Sanding Cobot is a mobile, semi-automatic sanding system based on a Universal Robots UR10e.
Broetje-Automation's Sanding Cobot combines a Universal Robots UR10e with a custom end effector holding a Mirka sanding head, on a rolling base. The robot generates its own paths, so no programming is needed. It is intended to roughen surfaces before painting, including in aerospace, shipbuilding, automotive and wind turbine manufacturing. An AGV platform is optional. Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- InteractionCollaborative robot arm
Built to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- ModularMobile sanding cobot
In the cobots category.
- Payload
- 10 kg
- Reach
- 1,300 mm
The most weight it can carry or lift.
How far it can reach.
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot?
Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot is a collaborative robot arm from Broetje Automation from Germany, listed for sanding surfaces before painting and surface preparation in aerospace and shipbuilding. Key figures: payload 10 kg, reach 1,300 mm. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
How does it compare with other collaborative robot arms?
We compare each value with the other collaborative robot arms in our guide for which it is known. Typical is the middle half. Values according to the manufacturers; caveats are noted with the key figures at the top.
- Payload10kg
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 194 others, 85 carry more, 17 the same and 92 less.
Typical: 5 to 18 kg
- Reach1,300mm
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 189 others, 63 reach further, 22 as far and 104 less far.
Typical: 800 to 1,500 mm
Application
What was Sanding Cobot developed for?
Sanding surfaces before painting
Surface preparation in aerospace and shipbuilding
Business fit
When might Sanding Cobot be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Sanding Cobot, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2008
The first commercially sold cobot was a UR5 from Universal Robots, in December 2008.
Source: Universal Robots, company history A cobot's payload includes the gripper. A 1 kg gripper on a 5 kg cobot leaves 4 kg for the product.
The safety rules for cobots are set out in ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066. The latter gives limit values for contact force per body part.
Source: ISO/TS 15066
Market and supply
Is Sanding Cobot available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 8 November 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionGermanyconfirmed
Where the model is supplied, according to the profile.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
2 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
Ask about availabilityManufacturer
Broetje Automation
Broetje Automation is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 2 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Sanding Cobot
Broetje-Automation's Sanding Cobot combines a Universal Robots UR10e with a custom end effector holding a Mirka sanding head, on a rolling base. The robot generates its own paths, so no programming is needed. It is intended to roughen surfaces before painting, including in aerospace, shipbuilding, automotive and wind turbine manufacturing. An AGV platform is optional. Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare Sanding Cobot with alternatives
| Feature | Sanding CobotBroetje Automation · this robot | UR10eUniversal Robots | Panda (FER)Franka Emika | SawyerRethink Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Application | Sanding surfaces before painting, Surface preparation in aerospace and shipbuilding | Machine tending, Packaging | Robotics research, Robot control research | Historical machine tending and inspection applications, Grasping and machine vision research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Germany | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different application: machine tending | Different market status: discontinued | Different market status: discontinued |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Sanding Cobot
What is the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot?
Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot is a collaborative robot arm from Broetje Automation from Germany, listed for sanding surfaces before painting and surface preparation in aerospace and shipbuilding. Key figures: payload 10 kg, reach 1,300 mm. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot?
Key figures: payload 10 kg, reach 1,300 mm. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot?
Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot is listed under Broetje Automation, based in Germany. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Commercially available. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot used for?
The applications listed for the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot include sanding surfaces before painting and surface preparation in aerospace and shipbuilding.
What are alternatives to the Broetje Automation Sanding Cobot?
Profiles include Universal Robots UR10e, Franka Emika Panda (FER) and Rethink Robotics Sawyer. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could Sanding Cobot fit your organisation?
Review the recorded market status, applications and alternatives for this robot. We do not sell robots ourselves, but help you compare suppliers and terms.
Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer broetje-automation.de
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.