Robot rental

Is production capacity insufficient during peak order season? For a new project, I want to first try out whether robots can handle it. Leasing is the easiest way to try. No need to invest large sums at once; rent as needed and return at maturity, flexibly adapting to production changes.

When is renting more cost-effective than buying?

Leasing is not an alternative to unaffordable purchases; it is a lighter way to organize capacity. The most typical scenarios are four types: First, seasonal order peaks, where the three-month peak season capacity gap is obvious, and equipment idle in off-season, buying one machine just for three months a year is not economical; Second, new projects are in trial production, with the process route not yet finalized, and both cycle time and yield pending validation. Rent one machine first and run it before deciding whether to invest in batches, keeping trial and error costs controllable; Third, equipment needs to be replaced during repairs, with uncertain maintenance cycles, so renting machines on top atop can prevent production line interruptions; Fourth, short-term display needs such as exhibitions, demonstrations, and product promotions, which are repaid once used up. Conversely, if a workstation is running at full capacity for long periods, with stable processes and clear capacity planning, the unit time cost of purchasing it directly will definitely be lower than long-term leasing—we will calculate this for you, rather than just recommending rental.

How to choose a lease term plan

We offer weekly, monthly, quarterly, and long-term rental plans over six months, with longer terms lowering unit time costs. Short-term rentals (one week to one month) offer the highest flexibility, suitable for emergency replacement and event displays, but they cannot be diluted by preparation and transportation costs, resulting in relatively high unit rents; Mid-term leases (one to six months) are the choice for most trial production and peak season expansions, with a balanced cost and flexibility; Long-term leases (over six months) are close to the cost-sharing logic of procurement, suitable for companies with tight cash flow but definite capacity needs, and usually include regular maintenance and replacement protection. We also offer rent-to-purchase: after the lease period ends, decide to purchase the equipment, and the rent already paid is deducted from the purchase price according to the agreed ratio, effectively using it deeply before paying, avoiding buying the wrong model.

What does the rent include and excludes?

Rent typically includes: equipment usage fees, routine maintenance during the rental period, non-human fault repair and replacement guarantees, and remote technical support. Typically, it does not include: transportation and lifting costs, on-site installation, commissioning and process instruction, operator training, or repairs for damage caused by human error or external accidents. The deposit is determined based on the value of the equipment and the length of the lease term, and will be fully refunded after the equipment is inspected and undamaged at the end of the rental period. We clearly define these boundaries in the contract, especially clarifying "what constitutes human damage" to avoid disputes when returning the phone. If you need an integrated solution including installation, commissioning, and training, we can package it in your quote.

What do we do before delivery?

Before each shipment of the rental equipment, a round of preparation must be completed: appearance and structural inspection, full-stroke operation tests of each axis, reducer oil level and seal check, controller self-check and alarm history clearing, teach pendant function verification, safety loop and emergency stop testing, and simple posture reset according to process requirements. Preparation records are delivered with the equipment and can be referenced during acceptance. After the equipment arrives, we assist in positioning, wiring and power-on, and foundation commissioning; If it involves joint commissioning with other equipment on the production line or process program development, it falls under the scope of technical services and will be agreed upon separately. When returning the rental at the end of the lease, we also conduct an acceptance inspection. After confirming there are no abnormal damages, the deposit will be refunded.

Which model to rent?

The available rental models cover ten of our top ten mainstream brands, with loads ranging from small machines weighing a few kilograms to heavy loads of several hundred kilograms, commonly FANUC LR Mate and M-710iC series, ABB IRB 1200 and IRB 4600 series, Yaskawa GP and MH series, KUKA KR AGILUS and KR QUANTEC series, as well as domestic models from Inovance and Estun. The specific rental models and current inventory status change in real time with inbound and outbound shipments. We match your load, reach, and beat requirements to provide a rental list and corresponding rental period quotes. Low-load SCARA and collaborative robots are also in stock, suitable for 3C assembly, inspection, and loading/unloading scenarios.