In recent years, the robotic industry has experienced significant growth, driven by increasing labor costs and the rising demand for corporate modernization and technological upgrades. According to data from Jinan Customs, in 2017, Shandong Province imported a total of 3,486 industrial robots, representing a 76.4% increase compared to 2016. The total value of these imports reached 360 million yuan, up by 31.2%, while the average import price per unit dropped to 103,000 yuan, a decrease of 25.6% from the previous year.
A significant portion of the industrial robots imported into Shandong came from Japan. Specifically, in 2017, the province imported 2,569 industrial robots from Japan, marking a 1.4-fold increase compared to the previous year. This accounted for 73.7% of all industrial robot imports in Shandong during that period. Additionally, 2,447 multi-functional industrial robots were imported, also showing a 1.4-fold rise, making up 70.2% of the total value of industrial robot imports for that year.
According to analysis by Jinan Customs, the use of industrial robots has become more widespread across various sectors such as automotive, electronics, metal processing, and chemical/plastic industries, particularly in tasks like transportation, welding, and assembly. As labor costs continue to rise, more industries are turning to automation, which is a key driver behind the surge in robot imports. This trend reflects a growing reliance on robotics to enhance efficiency and maintain competitiveness in an evolving market.
Source: Dazhong Daily – Dazhong Daily
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