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Exploring the Future of Baking with Stäubli Robotics

The highly anticipated International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) is set to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center from September 13 to 17, 2025, and Stäubli Robotics is ready to lead the way in innovation. Known as the premier event for the grain-based food industry in the Western Hemisphere, IBIE gathers professionals eager to embrace advancements in technology. This year, Stäubli Robotics will unveil its sophisticated food-grade robots at West Hall Booth 1064, demonstrating how robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) can significantly transform food production processes.

Bakeries are facing numerous challenges today, including supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and ever-increasing consumer demands for variety and healthier products. In response, many baking operations are turning to automation to optimize their production, and Stäubli is at the forefront of this movement. The company's robots are designed not only for maximum efficiency but also for adherence to stringent food safety standards and hygiene requirements.

The highlight of Stäubli's showcase will be a live demonstration featuring the TS2-60 HE robot integrated with Oxipital AI's VX2 Vision Solution. This collaboration exemplifies how advanced robotics and deep learning capabilities can enhance quality control in baking. Throughout the demo, attendees will witness the robot expertly bulk-picking bread products from a bin while simultaneously employing AI-powered inspection to identify any defects. Successfully identified items will be placed onto a conveyor for packaging, while any defective products will be diverted off the line for further examination. The use of Stäubli's VALtrack control software ensures seamless conveyor tracking, enabling the robot to efficiently manage the recycling of unsold products.

Stäubli Robotics has established itself as a leader in food industry automation, offering solutions that enhance efficiency, throughput, and safety. Their compact and hygienic robots are designed for easy integration into existing production lines, capable of adapting to various product types and formats. This adaptability is crucial in today's fast-paced market where rapid changes in product offerings are commonplace. Beyond the tasks demonstrated live, Stäubli robots also facilitate a wide range of automation processes including cutting, slicing, portioning, decorating, and handling of various baked goods, including the difficult task of palletizing.

The flexibility offered by Stäubli's robotic solutions means that bakeries can remain competitive and responsive to market demands without compromising on the quality of their products. With tasks traditionally performed by human workers now being automated, the opportunities for bakeries to focus on innovation and quality improvement grow exponentially.

Stäubli North America, headquartered in Duncan, South Carolina, supports over 200 employees in providing exceptional service across Connectors, Robotics, and Textiles business sectors. With additional facilities in Queretaro, Mexico, and Novi, Michigan, Stäubli is committed to delivering outstanding customer support and training services. Their extensive experience in the field and the dedication of the North American sales force ensure that clients’ needs are met effectively and efficiently.

The future of baking is now! Stäubli Robotics invites all industry professionals to explore their booth at IBIE 2025 and witness firsthand how AI-powered robotics are revolutionizing baking inspection and production. The demand for automated systems that not only enhance efficiency but also guarantee safety and compliance is more critical than ever in the dynamic landscape of the baking industry.