North American Robot Orders Surge 24.8% in Q3 2026, Reports A3
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In the third quarter of 2026, North American companies ordered 10,989 robots valued at $723.5 million, marking a 24.8% increase in units and 26.1% in value compared to Q3 2025, according to the Association for Advancing Automation (A3). This quarter represents the strongest performance of the year, contributing to a total of 28,984 robots ordered in the first nine months, valued at approximately $1.89 billion, reflecting a 9.6% rise in units and a 13.3% increase in value year-over-year.
The resurgence in automotive OEM orders, which grew by 7.5% in Q3 after a decline in the first half of 2026, alongside a remarkable 90.4% increase from automotive component suppliers, underscores the robust demand across various sectors. Notably, the electronics segment benefited from increased investment in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, while life sciences continued to see significant investment in domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing.
A3 highlighted that collaborative robots also experienced strong growth, with 1,831 units ordered in Q3, a 56% increase compared to the previous year. Collaborative robots accounted for 16.7% of all robot units ordered during this period, indicating their expanding role across diverse applications and industries, particularly in life sciences and electronics.
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