FAIRINO FR Series Cobots

Applications and Use Cases

FAIRINO's FR Series cobots can be used across a wide variety of industrial and commercial applications, from handling small components to moving heavier objects. Depending on the model, they can perform tasks such as pick-and-place, assembly, screw fastening, palletising, welding, quality inspection, grinding, and glue dispensing.

The smaller FR3 and FR5 models are suitable for handling lighter components and working in compact production environments. The FR10 and FR16 provide higher payload capacities for more demanding manufacturing tasks, while the FR20 and FR30 extend the range into heavier material handling and palletising.

FAIRINO also offers specialised variants, including the lightweight FR3-C and FR5-C and the welding-oriented FR3-WMS and FR3-WML. These broaden the possible applications beyond conventional production lines.

Outside industrial manufacturing, FAIRINO also promotes cobot applications in education, food and beverage services, and new retail, including automated food and drink preparation.

What Makes These Cobots Special

One of the main strengths of the FR Series is the variety of models available under the same product family. Rather than focusing on a single payload category, FAIRINO offers cobots ranging from compact 3 kg models to the 30 kg FR30.

Interestingly, the model with the highest payload is not the one with the longest reach. The FR30 can handle a rated 30 kg with a reach of 1,403 mm, while the FR5-WML offers a much longer reach of 1,900 mm with a 5 kg payload. This gives users different options depending on whether they need lifting capacity or a larger working area.

Another notable feature is FAIRINO's focus on developing its own robot components and control technology. The robots use joint feedback systems and support graphical programming, drag teaching, and software development tools.

Together, these features make the FR Series a flexible family of cobots for manufacturers, automation integrators, and developers.

Programming, Integration and Flexibility

FAIRINO has designed the FR Series with an emphasis on making robot programming and integration more approachable. Users can program and control the robots through a teach pendant or web-based interface, with graphical programming and drag teaching available to help set up tasks.

For more advanced applications, FAIRINO also provides software development support, including Python, C++, C#, ROS, and ROS 2. Communication options such as TCP/IP and Modbus allow the robots to connect with other industrial equipment, while additional protocols are available depending on the controller and configuration.

The robots can also be installed in different orientations, offering flexibility when fitting them into existing production lines or workspaces.

Alongside the robots, FAIRINO offers an ecosystem of compatible components and application solutions, including grippers, vision systems, welding, and palletising tools. This helps users build automation systems around the cobots rather than relying on the robot arms alone.

Comparison of FAIRINO FR Series Models

The following comparison covers the 11 models and variants listed on FAIRINO's official FR Series page. Payloads are the standard rated values, not the separately advertised maximum values.

Model: FR3
Payload: 3 kg | Reach: 622 mm | Robot Weight: ≈15 kg | Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Best suited for: Light handling, compact assembly, inspection, and dispensing.

Model: FR3-C
Payload: 3 kg | Reach: 622 mm | Robot Weight: ≈10 kg | Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Best suited for: Lightweight, mobile, and desktop-level applications where space and robot weight matter.

Model: FR3-WMS
Payload: 3 kg | Reach: 622 mm | Robot Weight: ≈10.5 kg | Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Best suited for: Compact welding applications, portable setups, and flexible production.

Model: FR3-WML
Payload: 3 kg | Reach: 922 mm | Robot Weight: ≈11.25 kg | Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Best suited for: Lightweight welding applications requiring greater reach, including work on curved surfaces.

Model: FR5
Payload: 5 kg | Reach: 922 mm | Robot Weight: ≈22 kg | Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Best suited for: General-purpose assembly, material handling, screw fastening, and inspection.

Model: FR5-C
Payload: 4 kg | Reach: 922 mm | Robot Weight: ≈11.8 kg | Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Best suited for: Lightweight automation, new retail, and service robot applications.

Model: FR5-WML
Payload: 5 kg | Reach: 1,900 mm | Robot Weight: ≤45 kg | Repeatability: ±0.1 mm
Best suited for: Long-reach welding and other tasks where access to a larger working area matters more than heavy lifting.

Model: FR10
Payload: 10 kg | Reach: 1,400 mm | Robot Weight: ≈40 kg | Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Best suited for: Medium-payload material handling, welding, and industrial assembly.

Model: FR16
Payload: 16 kg | Reach: 1,034 mm | Robot Weight: ≈40 kg | Repeatability: ±0.03 mm
Best suited for: Higher-payload handling, assembly, and industrial tasks requiring a relatively compact reach.

Model: FR20
Payload: 20 kg | Reach: 1,854 mm | Robot Weight: ≈85 kg | Repeatability: ±0.1 mm
Best suited for: Heavier handling, palletising, and applications requiring both higher payload and extended reach.

Model: FR30
Payload: 30 kg | Reach: 1,403 mm | Robot Weight: ≈85 kg | Repeatability: ±0.1 mm
Best suited for: Heavy-duty palletising, material handling, and high-torque tightening applications.