MACH 2026: KUKA to showcase latest robots and software

KUKA Robotics, a global specialist in intelligent industrial automation, is set to make a major impact at MACH 2026 with its cutting-edge robotics and automation solutions. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 20-24 April, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever. KUKA is inviting industry professionals to experience its robotic automation, software innovation and customer service by visiting stands 18-530 and 17-370 at this year’s event.

With over 125 years of engineering experience and expertise, KUKA continues to offer manufacturers a wide range of cost-effective solutions. Visitors to MACH will have the opportunity to explore the company’s full portfolio of high-performance industrial robots, and an extensive suite of software and digital tools that support automation integration.

KUKA’s presence at the show will focus on how its technologies help manufacturers across all sectors to boost efficiency, enhance product quality, reduce operational costs and increase profitability, making automation accessible, scalable and future-proof.

A complete automation ecosystem

At the heart of KUKA’s stand (18-530) will be a display of its latest-generation industrial robots, showcasing the precision, speed and adaptability that modern production lines demand. From compact six-axis models for intricate assembly tasks, to heavy-duty robots capable of handling large payloads, KUKA’s hardware reflects the company’s commitment to quality and versatility.

Complementing its robot range, KUKA will also showcase the company’s new iiQKA.OS2 robot operating system, the my.KUKA online customer portal, and demonstrate the iiQoT remote condition monitoring and iiQWorks engineering software platforms. Available via the KUKA digital sphere, these software tools allow for intuitive programming, simulation and integration, reducing commissioning time and providing real-time performance insights that drive smarter decision-making on the factory floor.

The KUKA stand will also include a live demonstration of its welding capabilities in the shape of a desktop friction welding machine built especially for the show.

At MACH 2026, Visual Components will co-exhibit with KUKA, showing how manufacturing simulation and offline robot programming help bring automation projects from concept to reality. Visual Components will present its simulation and robot offline programming solutions, enabling manufacturers to explore production concepts, test layouts and evaluate different scenarios in a virtual environment before anything is built. By programming robots directly from the virtual model, teams can reduce errors, improve planning accuracy, and shorten commissioning and ramp-up time.

Expert educational insight

In addition to the exhibits on Stand 18-530, KUKA will also contribute to the show’s educational programme, providing the opportunity to have a hands-on experience on Stand 17-370 in the Education & Development Zone. Here, visitors and students will be able to try the latest KUKA.AMR Fleet software, designed to program and control AMRs, and learn how they are transforming intralogistics by enabling flexible, intelligent material transport within complex production environments.

KUKA will also provide a live robot demonstration in the Automation & Robotics Knowledge Hub during the show. Here, attendees will gain insight into how advanced robotics can improve consistency, quality and throughput in their manufacturing processes, while reducing waste and manual labour challenges. These sessions are for manufacturing engineers, production managers and decision-makers looking to stay ahead of the curve in their automation strategies.