Kivnon designs, manufactures, and implements mobile robots that enhance material handling efficiency across various markets, including automotive, food, logistics distribution, and retail applications.

Tuesday 11 July 2023, Barcelona: Kivnon, a prominent global producer of industrial mobile robots, has manufactured and installed its 5000th robot, representing a significant milestone in its history. Kivnon designs, manufactures, and implements mobile robots that enhance material handling efficiency across various markets, including automotive, food, logistics distribution, and retail applications.

"We started in 2009 with a vision for new ways to improve intralogistics operations in production centers, warehouses, and distribution centers, along with a team of talented experts in material handling and robotic engineering. We are proud and excited to announce that we have now manufactured our 5000th mobile robot," said Juan Prieto, CEO of Kivnon.

Kivnon's product portfolio includes small vehicles that tow carts or carry the load directly, tractors, and autonomous forklifts. The vehicles move materials and goods in factories, warehouses, and distribution centers. Navigation systems allow them to drive safely and efficiently in work areas without the need for an operator.

In late 2009, Juan Prieto and Luis Gómez, co-founders of Kivnon, registered the brand and designed their first mobile robot, the K10 model, which was the most successful product in the automotive sector at that time. Growth continued as global economic tensions eased. In 2017, the company began its international expansion, entering new sectors such as logistics and pharmaceuticals.

"Creating Kivnon was a visionary gamble that has paid off. Automating material logistics flows is making a visible difference in all sectors. For example, in one of our applications in the automotive sector, it helped transform assembly plants into open and organized lines," said Prieto.

Today, as digital transformation and the advancement of Industry 4.0 increasingly bring warehouse and distribution center functions to automation, Kivnon manufactures and deploys around 1000 mobile robots per year, reaching a total of 5000 units today. The following factors drive this growth:

- The success of the K05 Twister model, which automates the transport of medium loads in confined spaces.
- Expansion of distribution channels.
- Demonstrated commitment to simplifying logistical processes through the application of mobile robotics.

"We are constantly attentive to automation trends and the future. We develop new products based on the improvement of our technology to offer even better solutions to our customers, including leveraging the full value of Industry 4.0, AI, and Machine Learning for logistics," said Luis Gómez.


About Kivnon:

Kivnon is an international company dedicated to the design, manufacture, and implementation of mobile robotics, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Since its initial founding as a family-owned company in 2009, it has been providing customers with innovative and highly technological solutions for mobile robotics system implementation. Its global expertise includes design, prototyping, manufacturing, installation and commissioning, technical support, and customer service for AGVs/AMRs. Kivnon exports to over 17 countries worldwide and continues to expand through its subsidiaries in Europe, North America, and South America. For more information, please visit www.kivnon.com.