Affordable cobot arms are transforming how small manufacturers, research labs, and educational institutions experiment with automation and robotics. These cost-effective solutions allow first-time buyers to explore automation—whether for hands-on learning, light manufacturing, or process experimentation—without the hefty price tag of high-end industrial robots.

The Fairino FR5 is a compact collaborative robot (or cobot) with a 5 kg payload and 922 mm reach. Engineered from the ground up to meet explosion-proof safety standards, it’s ideal for small spaces and multi-station workflows that require both precision and compliance.