The UR18 is a Cobot developed by Universal Robots (Denmark), listed at $65,065–$68,435 USD (unverified). Key specifications: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 18 kg, reach 950 mm.
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Overview
UR18 is designed for heavy industry applications, allowing for large payloads and extended reach, totaling 18 kg.
Flagship features
- Fast deployment: Out-of-box experience for an untrained operator to unpack, mount, and program the first simple task is typically less than an hour
- Space saving: Small footprint opens opportunities to automate tasks in existing manufacturing setups
- Power consumption: Uses less electricity than traditional industrial robots
- Collaborative and safe: Built-in safety features, including force-sensing technology and collision detection
- UR Academy offers step-by-step programming examples and tutorials
- UR Care Services ensure maximum uptime through 24/7 support, remote connectivity, and onsite Field Service
Buyer decision signals
Viability
UR18 product launch
Specifications
Category: Cobot- Type
- six axis collaborative
- Axes
- 6
- Payload
- 18 kg
- Reach
- 950 mm
- Weight
- 39.2 kg
- TCP speed
- ≤ 4 m/s
- IP rating
- IP65
- Safety cert.
- CE, ISO/TS 15066
- Force limiting
- Yes
- F/T sensing
- joint level all
- No-code
- Yes
- Teach pendant
- tablet-style
- API / SDK
- Yes
Company profile
- Founded
- 2005
Detailed specifications
Other9
- Price Tier
- 40-80K
- Applications
- palletizing,machine_tending,welding,quality_inspection,assembly,dispensing,finishing,material_handling,material_removal
- Sub Category
- floor-mounted
- Model Variants
- UR8 Long,UR15,UR18,UR20,UR30
- Company Country
- DK
- Deployment Notes
- Raumland GmbH uses UR20 to palletize wine cartons at the end of the bottling line. Bob’s Red Mill employs UR20 for palletizing tasks. Raise Robotics utilizes two UR20 arms for onsite construction robots.
- Software Platform
- PolyScope
- Programming Interface
- teach_pendant,drag_and_drop
- Additional Information
- - Fast deployment: Out-of-box experience for an untrained operator to unpack, mount, and program the first simple task is typically less than an hour. - Space saving: Small footprint opens opportunities to automate tasks in existing manufacturing setups. - Power consumption: Uses less electricity than traditional industrial robots. - Collaborative and safe: Built-in safety features, including force-sensing technology and collision detection. - UR Academy offers step-by-step programming examples and tutorials. - UR Care Services ensure maximum uptime through 24/7 support, remote connectivity, and onsite Field Service.
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Company milestones
- Oct 2025LaunchUR18 product launch
- Sep 2025MilestoneUR8 Long Presentation on Future Hub Stage
- May 2025LaunchUR7e listed as ready for immediate delivery
- 2025DeploymentUR8 Long Deployed for Welding Automation
- 2025LaunchUniversal Robots Unveils UR8 Long at FABTECH 2025
- 2015AcquisitionAcquired by Teradyne
- 2008LaunchFirst commercially viable cobot
- 2005MilestoneCompany founded
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the UR18?
- The UR18 is developed by Universal Robots, based in Denmark.
- What type of robot is the UR18?
- The UR18 is a Cobot made by Universal Robots.
- How much does the UR18 cost?
- The UR18 is listed at $65,065–$68,435 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Universal Robots — contact them for a quote.
- What are the key specifications of the UR18?
- Key specifications of the UR18: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 18 kg, reach 950 mm, weight 39.2 kg.
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