GZM vs i4L
Side-by-side comparison of GZM (Shanghai Guangzhi Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.) and i4L (Shandong UMW Technology Co., Ltd) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Verified Deployments
- GZM0 Deployments
- i4L0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- GZMContact for quote
- i4L$25,999
Availability Status
- GZMACTIVE
- i4LACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- GZM—
- i4L750 mm
Repeatability
- GZM±0.05 mm
- i4L±0.01 mm
Payload
- GZM—
- i4L15 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- GZM—
- i4LIP65
Degrees of Freedom
- GZM6
- i4L4
Performance
Duty Cycle
- GZM—
- i4Lcontinuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- GZM—
- i4LIntegrated controller NJ501-R Standard Control
Programming Languages
- GZM—
- i4LeV+3
Teach Pendant Type
- GZM—
- i4Lwired button
Offline Programming
- GZM—
- i4LACE (Automation Control Environment)
Digital Twin Support
- GZM—
- i4LYes
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- GZM—
- i4Lnone
IoT / Cloud Platform
- GZM—
- i4LSysmac Library
Predictive Maintenance
- GZM—
- i4Lml based
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- GZM—
- i4LISO 9409-1
Internal Cable Routing
- GZM—
- i4Lthrough arm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- GZMContact for quote
- i4L$25,999
Service Network
- GZM—
- i4Lglobal
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $25,999 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | 750 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.01 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | 15 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 4 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | Integrated controller NJ501-R Standard Control |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | eV+3 |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired button |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | ACE (Automation Control Environment) |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | — | Sysmac Library |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | — | ml based |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $25,999 |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Manufacturer Country, Year First Available, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Communication Protocols, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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Frequently asked
Who makes GZM and i4L?
GZM is made by Shanghai Guangzhi Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.. i4L is made by Shandong UMW Technology Co., Ltd.
How do GZM and i4L compare on the Robolist Product Score?
GZM scores 22/100. i4L scores 37/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are GZM and i4L in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between GZM and i4L?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
GZM vs i4L compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.