KiQ Robotics
"Making robotic hands more flexible."
Japanese maker of 3D-printed lattice-structured flexible robot fingers for multi-variety gripping and workpiece protection.
KiQ Robotics Inc. is a Japanese robotics company founded on April 25, 2019 and based in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, that develops and sells lattice-structured flexible fingers ('Lattice Finger') for industrial robot grippers. Using polyurethane-based 3D-printing technology, the company designs each finger to conform to specific workpiece shapes, with a lattice structure that deforms in the gripping direction to achieve surface contact and stable handling. This eliminates changeovers for multi-variety parts, reduces gripping errors and line stoppages from dropped workpieces, and prevents in-process defects from workpiece damage. A single finger can handle around 20 differently shaped workpieces, and the company reports gripping performance maintained over a 4-million-cycle deformation durability test under specified conditions. KiQ offers three procurement paths: standard catalog products (from JPY 40,000) compatible with major gripper brands, a browser-based Lattice Finger Generator for self-service parametric design and quotation, and fully custom order-made designs (from JPY 150,000) delivered within roughly one to two months.
The company also provides contract development services covering custom equipment design and fabrication, robotic workstation integration, and lab automation and end-effector development. With more than 130 installations across over 50 end users and an approximately 30% repeat-order rate, KiQ counts Toyota, DENSO, Bosch, Suzuki, Rix, Sumitomo Wiring Systems, NGK Spark Plug, and THK among its clients, and is extending its contact technology toward physical-AI robot work learning.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Lattice Finger (Standard)
Ready-made 3D-printed lattice flexible finger fitting major gripper brands, no design needed.
Lattice Finger (Order-Made)
Custom-designed flexible finger optimized to workpiece shape; one finger handles ~20 part types.
Lattice Finger Generator
Browser-based parametric tool to design a flexible finger and get 3D shape, materials and quote.
Contact KiQ Robotics
WEBSITE
https://kiq-robotics.co.jpHEADQUARTERS
Japan
Company Facts
Founded
2019
Primary Role
Component Supplier
Company Size
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Primary Region
Asia-Pacific
Annual Sales
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Funding Stage
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Funding Total
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ロボットハンドツール「柔軟指」をブラウザ上で設計できる「柔軟指ジェネレータ」をKiQ Roboticsが公開
KiQ Robotics has launched an online service called "Flexible Finger Generator," allowing users to explore the implementation of their robotic hand tool, the "Lattice Structure Flexible Finger." This initiative aims to streamline the process for potential customers interested in integrating this innovative technology into their operations. By providing a digital platform, KiQ Robotics seeks to enhance accessibility and facilitate the adoption of advanced robotic solutions in various industries. The service is now available, marking a significant step in the company's efforts to expand its market presence and meet the growing demand for flexible robotic applications.
ロボットハンドツール「ラティス構造柔軟指」をフィジカルAI領域の研究開発に応用 KiQ Robotics
KiQ Robotics has announced the initiation of research and development in the field of physical AI, leveraging its expertise gained from the versatile gripping and misalignment absorption capabilities of its robotic hand tool, known as the "Lattice Structure Flexible Finger." This move marks a significant expansion for the company, as it seeks to integrate advanced robotics with artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency and adaptability in various applications. The development is expected to contribute to innovations in automation and robotics, positioning KiQ Robotics at the forefront of technological advancement in the industry.
