Oxipital AI and Schmalz Expand Partnership for Advanced Robotic Solutions

Jun 3, 2025
Oxipital AI and Schmalz have extended their partnership to deliver advanced automated solutions, integrating AI-powered vision systems with Schmalz's tooling for enhanced efficiency in industries like food and beverage.
Oxipital AI and Schmalz Expand Partnership for Advanced Robotic Solutions

Oxipital AI and Schmalz have extended their partnership to deliver advanced automated solutions, announced in a press release. This collaboration integrates Oxipital AI's vision-guided inspection and robotic picking technology with Schmalz's mGrip® finger grippers and vacuum end-of-arm tooling.

The partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce labor reliance, and ensure consistent production quality for industries such as food and beverage. Volker Schmitz, President & CEO of Schmalz North America, emphasized the synergy between the two companies, stating that the integration allows them to offer more capable and higher-performing picking solutions.

Mark Chiappetta, President & CEO of Oxipital AI, highlighted the ease and productivity of working with Schmalz, noting that the combined expertise of both companies provides market-leading automated solutions. The partnership is set to expand the applicability of Schmalz's solutions to more complex manufacturing processes, promising continued collaboration in the future.

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