With the exponential advancement of integrated technologies for the enhancement of the industrial and robotics sectors, the search for tools with specialized options for the sector has become increasingly frequent. With this in mind, igus®, a global leader in motion solutions, created the platformRBTX.com, where users and suppliers of low-cost robotic components can easily and quickly meet.
For many small and medium-sized companies, ensuring that automation will work in their application is essential for year-round planning. In this way, the platform was developed to bring together various suppliers and deliver a complete automation project to the client. Thus, he doesn't need to worry about searching for and quoting different components from various suppliers.
At the beginning, igus® launched the first international model of themarketplace together with 16 industrial partners from the company's home country, Germany. On the site, manufacturers can open new sales channels for specialized products, with important references in the segment.
With igus® technology, in addition to facilitating the connection between sellers and customers, the products offered are effective and highly profitable: Today, there are more than 100 suppliers available on the platform, and 95% of the listed products are considered low-cost, falling below €12,000 (approximately R$73,000).
“The proposal is to add value by providing an integrated service of specification, validation andexpertise, solving customer problems efficiently — all in one place,” comments Marcelo Pimenta, CEO of igus® Brazil.
Another possibility that the RBTX platform offers is the ability to request tests before investing. Under the "test before invest" concept, the company tests its application according to all the provided parameters and issues a viability statement for its automation process, along with an offer to acquire the complete solution. More than 10,000 tests have already been conducted in this format, which ensured ROI after 3 to 12 months for clients.
The site also allows clients to consultative projects. Currently, more than 3,000 have been carried out, in addition to free feasibility studies created in 29 customer test areas around the world.
"Offering our users the best technology in the industry is one of our main priorities. By providing a platform to unify the sale of specialized products and consultations specifically designed for the sector, we can optimize relationships among key figures and play a vital role in a constantly growing market," concludes the executive.
