How the Blue Sky Paint Robot Compares to ABB, FANUC, Yaskawa, and Kawasaki

Blue Sky Robotics
Jul 28
3 min read

Updated: Aug 5

Automated painting systems have become essential for manufacturers aiming to boost quality, improve safety, and streamline finishing operations. While industry giants like ABB, FANUC, Yaskawa, and Kawasaki dominate the market with traditional paint robots, Blue Sky Robotics introduces a different kind of solution: the Blue Sky paint robot powered by the Blue Sky AutoCoat System. Designed for flexibility, safety, and flawless finishes, this cobot-based platform is engineered for modern manufacturers who need both quality and adaptability.

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Blue Sky Paint Robot: What Sets It Apart

Unlike traditional fixed paint robots, the Blue Sky paint robot is a collaborative solution designed for flexibility and ease of use. The Blue Sky paint robot integrates a cobot arm with precision spray technology, enabling repeatable, master-level finishes while keeping operators out of hazardous environments. As a modern spray painting robot, its compact footprint, lower setup cost, and quick reconfiguration make it ideal for small and mid-sized manufacturers seeking high-quality results without the overhead of legacy systems.

Learn more: Blue Sky AutoCoat System

ABB Paint Robot & ABB Spray Painting Robot

ABB has long been a leader in industrial painting robots, offering high-speed, explosion-proof units ideal for large-scale automotive and appliance manufacturing. Their paint systems are integrated with advanced IPS (Integrated Process System) technology to deliver uniform coverage and high throughput.

While ABB’s systems shine in large, fixed installations, Blue Sky’s cobot approach offers greater flexibility for manufacturers with varied product lines or smaller production runs.

Source: ABB Paint Process Automation

FANUC Paint Robot

FANUC’s paint robots are known for speed, durability, and reliability in high-volume applications. Their systems are extensively certified for hazardous environments and support long duty cycles with minimal maintenance. However, these strengths come with complexity in setup and higher cost.

The Blue Sky paint robot offers comparable finish quality but is designed to be deployed faster and operated by non-experts—ideal for businesses that prioritize speed to productivity and adaptability.

Source: FANUC Painting Robots

Yaskawa Paint Robot

Yaskawa Motoman paint robots are highly precise and excel in multi-axis motion, making them suitable for intricate parts and large surfaces. Their capabilities reduce paint waste and ensure smooth finishes across complex geometries.

The Blue Sky paint robot competes with simplified setup, cobot flexibility, and fast ROI—especially in operations that benefit from human-cobot collaboration and dynamic product cycles.

Source: Yaskawa Review

Kawasaki Paint Robot

Kawasaki offers heavy-duty, explosion-proof K-series paint robots built for consistent performance in demanding environments. They’re commonly used in large factories with controlled spray booths and engineered paint cells.

For small to mid-sized manufacturers or job shops, the Blue Sky paint robot provides a more agile alternative—no custom booth required, and the system adapts quickly to new parts or workflows.

Source: Kawasaki Paint Robot Video

Why Choose the Blue Sky Paint Robot?

The Blue Sky paint robot delivers the benefits of industrial painting automation—flawless finishes, worker safety, and environmental efficiency—without the high cost or rigidity of traditional paint cells. As a spray painting robot, it offers both precision and adaptability in one compact system.