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Recycleye QualiBot
By Recycleye
Light sorting robot with AI vision that mounts on an existing belt.
The Recycleye QualiBot is a light, modular six-axis robot that is placed over an existing belt. According to the fact sheet it typically reaches 30 to 50 picks per minute (manufacturer figure) with a maximum pickable weight of 1 kg. The system weighs less than 300 kg and uses a pneumatic system with pressure sensing to avoid empty picks. The robot runs on Recycleye Vision. Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- ProductionIndustrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- ModularWaste sorting robot (retrofit)
In the industrial robots category.
What is Recycleye QualiBot?
Recycleye QualiBot is an industrial robot from Recycleye from United Kingdom, listed for quality control of dry mixed recyclables and retrofit on existing sorting belts. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Application
What was QualiBot developed for?
Quality control of dry mixed recyclables
Retrofit on existing sorting belts
Business fit
When might QualiBot 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 QualiBot, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2021
According to ISO 8373:2021, an industrial robot is an automatically controlled manipulator that is reprogrammable, has multiple purposes and can be programmed in three or more axes.
Source: IFR, Industrial robots (ISO 8373) - 1961
In 1961 the Unimate was installed on a General Motors assembly line in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Guinness World Records lists it as the first industrial production robot.
Source: Guinness World Records, First industrial production robot - 2025
A safety standard for industrial robots, ISO 10218-1, appeared in February 2025 as its third edition.
Source: ISO 10218-1:2025 - 2023
Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (the Machinery Regulation) replaces Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and applies from 20 January 2027.
Source: EU-OSHA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Market and supply
Is QualiBot available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 11 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseconfirmed
Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.
- RegionUnited Kingdomconfirmed
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.
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Recycleye
Recycleye is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on QualiBot
The Recycleye QualiBot is a light, modular six-axis robot that is placed over an existing belt. According to the fact sheet it typically reaches 30 to 50 picks per minute (manufacturer figure) with a maximum pickable weight of 1 kg. The system weighs less than 300 kg and uses a pneumatic system with pressure sensing to avoid empty picks. The robot runs on Recycleye Vision. 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 QualiBot with alternatives
| Feature | QualiBotRecycleye · this robot | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa | Motoman PL320Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Quality control of dry mixed recyclables, Retrofit on existing sorting belts | Assembly, Handling | Palletising | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | United Kingdom | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about QualiBot
What is the Recycleye QualiBot?
Recycleye QualiBot is an industrial robot from Recycleye from United Kingdom, listed for quality control of dry mixed recyclables and retrofit on existing sorting belts. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Which supplier is listed for the Recycleye QualiBot?
Recycleye QualiBot is listed under Recycleye, based in United Kingdom. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Recycleye QualiBot available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. 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 Recycleye QualiBot cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier. Ask a supplier for price information
What is the Recycleye QualiBot used for?
The applications listed for the Recycleye QualiBot include quality control of dry mixed recyclables and retrofit on existing sorting belts.
What are alternatives to the Recycleye QualiBot?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman MOTOMINI, Yaskawa Motoman PL190 and Yaskawa Motoman PL320. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer recycleye.com
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