BARCELONA, Spain, Nov 10, 2026 – ESTUN Robotics and RoboDK have signed a partnership agreement to support simulation and offline programming of ESTUN industrial robots through the RoboDK platform. The integration, developed and tested over several months, allows engineers and system integrators to validate robotic applications and generate programs for ESTUN controllers before commissioning.
ESTUN’s applications and support engineers worked with RoboDK technical team to develop, test and refine the integration. RoboDK’s simulation environment integrates with other software tools, while its customizable post-processors allow users to adapt robot program generation to specific applications.
Integration and Programming Capabilities
The integration allows users to simulate ESTUN robot operations and prepare controller-specific programs, reducing commissioning time.
Ignacio Moreno, sales director for Iberia at ESTUN Robotics, explains: “From the very beginning, I was clear that RoboDK should be our reference platform for complete robotic simulations. Its ease of use, the vast possibilities for integration with other software tools and, above all, the freedom its open post-processors give each integrator to adapt the solution to their needs are very compelling arguments.”
“But what has truly made the difference is the people: young professionals with extraordinary technical knowledge who are always willing to roll up their sleeves to make projects succeed. That attitude was decisive in taking the step and formalizing this collaboration.”
Albert Nubiola, CEO and founder of RoboDK, commented: “Partnering with ESTUN, China’s largest industrial robot manufacturer, is a great opportunity to bring advanced simulation and programming tools to an ever-growing number of industrial users.”
“ESTUN robots are fully integrated into our RoboDK platform, ready for simulation and offline programming right from the start. Integrators and customers will be able to validate their applications, generate programs directly for ESTUN controllers and reduce commissioning times.”
“ESTUN’s local technical support team has been key to making this integration work reliably, and we are convinced that this combination has great growth potential.”
European Operations and Technical Support
ESTUN is strengthening its engineering, applications and technical support teams in Europe to assist customers and system integrators with feasibility testing, commissioning and after-sales service.
Marc Pujolar, applications engineer at ESTUN Robotics, notes: “Seeing an entire technical team fully committed to finding the best solution, caring for and polishing every last detail of the integration with our robots, is truly inspiring. After these months working together, we are not only very satisfied with the solution’s performance, but also with the dedication and technical expertise behind it. That gives us great confidence to take on new challenges and projects together with the RoboDK team.”
The agreement was formalized at ESTUN Robotics Iberia’s headquarters in DFactory Barcelona, an industrial technology center promoted by the Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona (CZFB).
Both companies plan to extend the collaboration to other ESTUN operations in Europe, including its Polish manufacturing facility, to explore additional technology integration opportunities.
Source: ESTUN Robotics
About ESTUN Robotics
ESTUN Robotics is a Chinese industrial robotics and automation company headquartered in Nanjing, China. Founded in 1993, the company manufactures industrial robots, collaborative robots, servo motors, drives, controllers and automation software. Its products support welding, material handling, palletizing, assembly, bending and other manufacturing operations. ESTUN also develops automation systems that integrate robots with production machinery and control equipment. The company serves manufacturers in the automotive, electronics, packaging, solar energy, construction materials and industrial equipment sectors. Its customers include manufacturers, machinery producers and industrial automation system integrators. ESTUN operates manufacturing and engineering facilities in China and Europe. Its European operations provide equipment distribution, technical support, maintenance and training. The company reported about 3000 employees worldwide.
About RoboDK
RoboDK is a robotics software company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada. The company develops software for programming, simulating and calibrating industrial robots. Its platform allows engineers to simulate robot movements, detect collisions and develop programs before deploying equipment. RoboDK supports robotic welding, machining, drilling, painting, cutting, polishing, palletizing and material handling. The software integrates with CAD and manufacturing systems and supports more than 1,400 robot models from over 80 manufacturers. RoboDK also provides calibration tools, programming extensions, training resources and browser-based simulation software. Its customers include manufacturers, engineering firms, research institutions, universities and automation system integrators. The company serves the aerospace, automotive, electronics and industrial manufacturing sectors. RoboDK has more than 5,000 customers worldwide and over 90 international distributors.
About DFactory Barcelona
DFactory Barcelona is an industrial technology center established in 2021 in Barcelona, Spain. Managed by the Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona, the facility provides offices, laboratories, manufacturing spaces and meeting facilities. Its activities cover robotics, 3D printing, artificial intelligence, sensors, cybersecurity and industrial automation. The center houses manufacturers, engineering firms, technology developers, research organizations and industrial equipment suppliers. Resident companies develop products, test technologies and collaborate on manufacturing and automation projects. The four-story facility occupies approximately 17,000 square meters in Barcelona’s Zona Franca industrial district. In 2025, DFactory Barcelona reported 44 resident companies, supporting approximately 700 direct and 1,200 indirect jobs.
