- Showcasing innovative technologies for the automotive, EV, retail, life sciences, and food industries -
- TOKYO, Japan—Seiko Epson Corporation ("Epson") will exhibit at the International Robot Exhibition 2025, held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 3-6, under the theme "Accelerating the Future with Robotics and Technology."
In addition to advancements in robotics, Epson will introduce development support technologies utilizing AI, presenting possibilities for future manufacturing. The exhibition will propose practical solutions to challenges faced by the manufacturing, retail, and life sciences sectors, including labor shortages, quality control, and sustainability.
Going beyond mere automation, Epson's robotics represent a "trajectory of challenges" that continues to evolve along with society. We invite you to experience firsthand the technologies that contribute to the future of manufacturing and society.
Highlights
AI-enabled development environment Epson RC+: Development support functions utilizing generative AI
For the automotive industry (with cooperation from Subaru Corporation): Spectral vision system for inspections, revolutionizing paint quality
New LS50 SCARA Robot with a 50-kg payload for EVs: Accelerates EV battery transport
Compact, space-saving robots for retail: A Kiosk terminal enabling in-store production and sales of custom color nail polish-Japan's first public unveiling
New AX6 collaborative robot for life sciences: Automates specimen pre-processing.
New RS6 ceiling mounting SCARA robot for the food industry: Space-saving, high-speed transport
Highlight Details
Epson RC+ AI-enabled development environment
A reference exhibit of chatbot and program generation support functions using generative AI. Library functions and plugins improve development efficiency, and cloud integration enables collaborative development and remote monitoring. Support for standards such as OPC UA and SRCI, as well as provision of libraries compatible with ROS®, realize a flexible open interface.
For the automotive industry: advanced image inspection
Demonstration of paint color inspection using a spectral vision system. Non-contact, stable detection of color difference is achieved utilizing mixed-color bumpers provided by Subaru Corporation. Technology engineered to stabilize and automate appearance inspections.
For the EV sector: battery transport
The new LS50 SCARA robot with a 50-kg payload enables fast and stable EV battery transport. A comparative demonstration with the previous model, the LS20, highlights advances in weight and speed.
For the retail sector: The Huey™ nail polish vending machine
Exhibit of a kiosk terminal that extracts colors from a user's favorite smartphone image to produce and sell original nail polish. Addresses space and profitability challenges faced by retail stores, offering a new revenue model and unique customer experience.
For life sciences: laboratory automation with the new AX6 collaborative robot
Automates specimen pre-processing, improving reliability and efficiency in medical and research settings. Demonstrations include operation via Python and block programming.
For the food industry: macaron transport with new RS6 ceiling mounting SCARA robot
A ceiling mounting structure saves space, supporting efficient food transport. A demonstration will show high-speed transport combining conveyor tracking and vision recognition. This is an automation solution for food processing sites facing severe labor shortages.
Manufacturing Innovation: New Proposals for Industry
Direct to shape printing system
A compact, high-precision S800 inkjet head combined with a 6-axis robot for direct printing on three-dimensional objects. Enables printing on complex shapes, contributing to process rationalization and reduced environmental impact.
Metal 3D printing by 3DEO?
Through collaboration with U.S.-based 3DEO, Epson introduces high-precision metal additive manufacturing using 3DEO's proprietary Intelligent Layering® technology. This next-generation solution is ideal for low-volume, high-mix production and enables greater design freedom for complex parts.
Epson is pioneering the future of manufacturing and society through the fusion of robotics, technology, and AI. We invite you to visit the Epson booth and experience our latest technologies.
Additional Exhibition Information
International Robot Exhibition 2025 Overview
Date & Time: December 3-6, 2025, 10:00-17:00
Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 4 (E4-03)
Online Exhibition: November 19 - December 19, 2025
Official URL: https://irex.nikkan.co.jp/
Online Venue: https://irex.nikkan.co.jp/online/
Exhibitor Seminar
Date & Time: December 3, 2025, 12:30–13:10
Title: "Epson's Visionary Challenge for a Better Tomorrow"
Speaker: Yasunori Yoshino,
Director, Executive Officer,
General Administrative Manager, Corporate Strategy Division
Chief Operating Officer, Manufacturing Solutions Operations Division
Link: https://irex.nikkan.co.jp/webinar/detail/1590
