What SYSAXES does

SYSAXES (legal entity: SARL EXPERT ROBOTIQUE) is a French systems integrator and authorized distributor of collaborative and mobile robotics, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Allenjoie, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The company holds first-mover distribution rights in France for Universal Robots cobots (since 2011), Mobile Industrial Robots (since 2015), an exclusive franchise for Asyril flexible feeding systems (since 2018), and the Mecademic precision micro-robot line (since 2023). In parallel with resale, SYSAXES has developed proprietary technology, including the ER-MAX and ER-FLEX mobile cobot platforms (MiR bases integrated with UR arms), the ER-ABILITY programming interface, and AI-driven Lean Palletizing software for Robotiq-based turnkey palletizing cells.

Revenue is generated across five streams: (1) hardware distribution of UR, MiR, Asyril, and Mecademic robots; (2) turnkey palletizing cells built on Robotiq grippers and UR cobots; (3) professional integration, commissioning, and support services; (4) Qualiopi-certified training programs across all four distributed brands; and (5) SmoothTool welding software distributed under annual subscription or perpetual license terms. The go-to-market is sales-led and direct, anchored by a website contact form, a physical demo workshop (UR10e welding cell with EWM generator), a 3D palletizing simulation tool, and a Qualiopi-certified training center that doubles as a customer acquisition and onboarding channel. With 12 employees, half of whom have integration backgrounds, the company generated €8.6 million in FY 2023/2024 and primarily serves French SMEs and industrial manufacturers across use cases including palletizing, welding, machine loading, assembly, materials handling, and intralogistics, with secondary exposure to healthcare logistics, microelectronics, and broadcasting.

Name

SYSAXES

Legal name

SARL EXPERT ROBOTIQUE

Website

https://sysaxes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SYSAXES is a French systems integrator and authorized distributor of Universal Robots, MiR, Asyril, and Mecademic collaborative and mobile robots, serving industrial SMEs and manufacturers across France with proprietary mobile cobot platforms, turnkey palletizing cells, and certified training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Robotics Distribution and Integration

NAICS

Other Commercial Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (42344), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331), Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Collaborative Robots (Cobots) (IMAHAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

End-of-Line Integration & Packaging Line Systems (IMAHAOAN), Palletizing & Depalletizing Systems (IMAHAOAC), Palletizing, Depalletizing & Stretch/Shrink Wrapping Systems (IMALAOAF)

Keywords

• Collaborative robotics distribution
• Industrial robot integration
• Mobile robot solutions
• Precision micro-robotics
• Robotic palletizing systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Allenjoie

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Robot and Cobot Distribution: SYSAXES resells collaborative robots (Universal Robots), mobile robots (MiR), precision micro-robots (Mecademic), and flexible feeding systems (Asyril) as an authorized distributor. Revenue is generated through the sale of robotic hardware, accessories, and software packages.
2. Turnkey Palletizing Solutions: Sale and deployment of complete palletizing cells based on UR cobots integrated with Robotiq grippers, Smart Infeed conveyors, and Lean Palletizing software. These are sold as integrated turnkey solutions.
3. Professional Services & Integration: Deployment, integration, commissioning, and support services for robotic cells. Includes consulting, custom product development, and technical support.
4. Certified Training Services: SYSAXES operates a Qualiopi-certified training center offering courses on Universal Robots, MiR, Mecademic, and Asyril robots. Training sessions are held at their Allenjoie facility with scheduled public sessions and custom private sessions.
5. SmoothTool Software Licenses: SmoothTool, a code-free welding solution for UR cobots developed by Smooth Robotics, is distributed by SYSAXES with both perpetual (lifetime) and annual subscription license options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SYSAXES distributes and integrates collaborative robots (Universal Robots), mobile robots (MiR), precision micro-robots (Mecademic), and flexible feeding systems (Asyril) for French industrial clients. The company complements these third-party platforms with proprietary mobile cobot products (ER-MAX, ER-FLEX), AI-based palletizing software, turnkey palletizing cells using Robotiq components, and Qualiopi-certified training services. Its primary customers are French SMEs seeking to automate production tasks such as palletizing, welding, machine loading, assembly, and material handling.

Product overview

SYSAXES is a French robotics integrator and distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of collaborative robotics (cobots) and automation solutions. The core offering centers on Universal Robots cobots (UR3e, UR7e, UR12e, UR16e, UR20, UR30, UR18, UR15, UR8 Long) for industrial automation tasks including assembly, welding, palletizing, and machine loading. This is complemented by Mecademic precision robots (Meca500 6-axis arm, MCS500 SCARA) for micro-automation and optical applications. SYSAXES extends these core products with mobile cobot solutions (ER-MAX combining MiR600 base with UR arm, ER-FLEX combining MiR with UR) and specialized modules like Robotiq's Lean Palletizing system and SmoothTool welding software. The Asyril Asycube flexible feeding system handles small parts feeding. Beyond products, SYSAXES provides certified training services (Qualiopi-certified UR, MiR, Mecademic, Asyril) and technical support across their French locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Universal Robots UR16e Collaborative robot with 16 kg payload capacity and 900 mm reach designed for heavy tasks such as machine tool loading, material handling, packaging, and screwdriving. Distributed by SYSAXES as part of the Universal Robots e-Series portfolio.
• Universal Robots UR30 Compact collaborative robot with 30 kg payload capacity and 1300 mm reach, capable of handling larger machines, heavy product palletizing, and high-torque screwing applications.
• Universal Robots UR20 First model of the new UR Series generation cobot with 1750 mm reach and 20 kg payload capacity (25 kg in pendular mode), designed for a wider variety of applications than previous generations.
• Universal Robots UR18 High-payload collaborative robot in the UR Series with 18 kg payload capacity and 950 mm reach, designed for handling applications in logistics and food industries.
• Universal Robots UR15 High-performance collaborative robot with speeds up to 5 m/s, 15 kg payload capacity (17.5 kg in pendular mode), designed for fast, precise heavy-lifting tasks.
• Universal Robots UR12e Medium-capacity collaborative robot offering 1300 mm reach with 12.5 kg payload, the improved version of the UR10e for diverse automation applications.
• Universal Robots UR3e Compact collaborative robot ideal for confined workspaces, tabletop mounting, or direct machine integration, with 3 kg payload and 500 mm reach for assembly and screwdriving.
• Universal Robots UR7e Lightweight collaborative robot with 7.5 kg payload and 850 mm reach designed for small-space applications requiring precise and meticulous tasks, improved version of the UR5e.
• Universal Robots UR8 Long Extended-reach collaborative robot ideal for welding, pick and place, and inspection applications requiring precise linear movement and rapid acceleration.
• Mecademic Meca500 Smallest and most precise 6-axis industrial robotic arm, designed as a ready-to-use automation component that integrates easily via computer or PLC with no training required, for micro-assembly and precision handling.
• Mecademic MCS500 SCARA World's most compact and precise SCARA robot for pick and place, assembly, and laboratory automation with 0.5 kg payload, 0.005 mm precision, and 225 mm horizontal reach.
• ER-MAX Mobile Cobot Proprietary mobile collaborative robot combining a MiR600 autonomous base (up to 380 kg transport) with a UR20 or UR30 robotic arm, featuring integrated vision, ER-ABILITY interface, intelligent navigation, and 24/7 autonomous operation for heavy-duty manipulation across production sites.
• ER-FLEX Mobile Cobot Proprietary mobile cobot combining a MiR mobile platform with a UR cobot arm, featuring advanced camera for precise relocalization, integration of MiR safety scanners when the UR arm is active, and collaborative navigation for logistics and production workflows.
• SmoothTool Welding Software for UR Cobots Code-free cobot welding solution by Smooth Robotics combining URCap software and programming flange for manual trajectory teaching, featuring TAST weld tracking, weaving, multi-pass, and 3D visualization. Distributed by SYSAXES with annual subscription and perpetual license options.
• Lean Palletizing Turnkey Cell (Robotiq) Complete collaborative palletizing solution combining Robotiq's Lean Palletizing AI software with UR cobots, PowerPick Multi vacuum grippers, Smart Infeed conveyors, and PE Series or AX Series palletizers for up to 35 kg loads at 13 cycles/minute.
• Universal Robots Certified Training Qualiopi-certified courses for Universal Robots cobots including basic, advanced, good integration practices, industrial communication, interfaces, maintenance, log viewer, and CB3 operator levels, delivered at the Allenjoie training facility.
• MiR Certified Training Qualiopi-certified training programs for MiR mobile robots covering user fundamentals, advanced configuration (WIFI, dashboard, maps, fleet management), and hardware maintenance including wheel replacement and calibration.

Quantifiable outcome

• ROI achieved in 1-2 years for palletizing solutions
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• MecademiccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023SYSAXES is the distributor of Mecademic industrial micro-robots (Meca500, MCS500 SCARA) in France since 2023. Mecademic's ultra-compact, ultra-precise robots are designed for micro-assembly, optical alignment, and precision handling applications requiring 5-micrometer repeatability.
• AsyrilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2018SYSAXES is the exclusive distributor of Asyril flexible feeding systems (Asycube) in France since 2018. Asyril's vibrating tray systems with integrated vision are used for high-precision part feeding and orientation in automation cells, ideal for small components in electronics, watchmaking, medical, and automotive sectors.
• Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015SYSAXES became the first MiR distributor in France (2015). They distribute the full range of MiR autonomous mobile robots (MiR1200, MiR600, MiR1350, MiRHook 250) and have deployed more than 200 units since 2015. SYSAXES uses MiR bases for their proprietary ER-MAX and ER-FLEX mobile cobot platforms.
• RobotiqmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2014SYSAXES integrates Robotiq palletizing solutions including the Lean Palletizing software, PowerPick Multi grippers, Smart Infeed conveyors, PE Series and AX Series palletizers, and safety systems. They offer complete turnkey palletizing cells using Robotiq components with UR cobots.
• Universal RobotscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2011SYSAXES is the first and authorized distributor of Universal Robots collaborative robots in France (since 2011). They offer the full UR range including e-Series (UR3e, UR5e, UR10e, UR16e) and the new UR Series (UR15, UR18, UR20, UR30, UR8 Long), along with accessories and training. SYSAXES has distributed over 2,000 UR cobots since 2011.
• Smooth RoboticsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSYSAXES distributes SmoothTool, a code-free welding URCap solution for Universal Robots developed by Smooth Robotics. The software enables manual trajectory teaching without coding, with advanced features including TAST weld tracking, weaving, multi-pass, and touch sensing. SYSAXES has a demo cell with EWM power source on UR10e for customer testing.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Universal Robots: Global cobot market leader and SYSAXES' primary supplier. A broad incumbent whose go-to-market overlap with SYSAXES is indirect — Universal Robots is both partner and potential competitor as it expands direct sales and integrator channels.
• Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR): Global leader in autonomous mobile robots and SYSAXES' supplier for the MiR range. Relevant as a broad incumbent whose direct sales expansion could compress SYSAXES' role as a distributor/integrator.
• KUKA: German-based global industrial robotics and automation giant. Broad incumbent offering cobots, mobile robots, and full system integration — a long-term competitive force in the same end markets SYSAXES serves.
• ABB Robotics: Global industrial robotics leader with cobot offerings (through acquisitions) and a strong European footprint. Broad incumbent whose system-integration capabilities and channels overlap with SYSAXES' play in French manufacturing.
• Yaskawa: Japanese industrial robot and motion control manufacturer with a growing cobot portfolio. Broad incumbent competitor in welding, palletizing, and machine-loading applications where SYSAXES is also active.

Direct peers

• Robotiq: Canadian cobot tooling and palletizing software vendor (now part of Universal Robots/Teradyne). Comparable to SYSAXES' palletizing line; supplies the Lean Palletizing software and grippers that SYSAXES integrates, and overlaps in target end markets.
• Roboplanet: Spanish distributor and integrator of Universal Robots cobots across Iberia. A direct channel-peer to SYSAXES, serving SME manufacturers in an adjacent European market with a similar distribution-plus-integration model.
• HMI-MBS: French systems integrator specializing in collaborative robotics and industrial automation. Closest direct competitor to SYSAXES in France, offering comparable cobot integration services to industrial SMEs.

Emerging players

• Standard Bots: US-based emerging player developing affordable cobot platforms with proprietary software. Comparable to SYSAXES' approach of combining accessible cobot hardware with application-specific software (e.g., Lean Palletizing), targeting SME automation.

Regional players

• Cynapse: Belgian industrial automation integrator with cobot expertise. Regional peer with similar distribution-plus-integration model, addressing SMEs in Benelux and operating in adjacent — but not directly overlapping — European markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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