Cerimatec

What Cerimatec does

Cerimatec is a French industrial automation integrator headquartered in Val-de-Reuil (Normandy), designing, manufacturing, and commissioning custom and productized robotic systems for end-of-line and intra-logistics operations in pharmaceutical, food & beverage, cosmetics, automotive, and construction manufacturing. The portfolio combines fully bespoke automation projects with two branded collaborative robot products — S:PAL (collaborative palletization cobot, €40,000–€70,000+ across three tiers) and S:LOAD (collaborative machine loading/unloading cobot with sub-12-month ROI positioning) — alongside complementary offerings in case packing/unpacking, bin picking with computer-vision quality control, AGV/AMR internal logistics, custom conveying systems, and Industry 4.0 connectivity (IoT data acquisition, predictive maintenance, digital twin, ERP/MES/WMS integration). The platform integrates robots from Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, and Kuka, with OnRobot's D:PLOY no-code environment on high-end SKUs and Apave-certified collaborative safety on entry-level S:PAL.

The company operates a project-based enterprise sales motion led by a 35-person team organized into AVP (pre-project), integrated design office (mechanical, electrical, automation), workshop, commercial, and field technical functions. Cerimatec became part of TTGroup, an industrial conglomerate with 1,200+ collaborators, in 2024, and relocated to new premises in October 2025. Revenue streams include custom automation system sales, recurring maintenance and support contracts, retrofit and obsolescence management, and engineering/consulting services. Quality and sustainability credentials are anchored by ISO 9001:2015 certification and an Ecovadis Bronze medal (July 2024). Named enterprise customers include GSK, MSD, Janssen (Johnson & Johnson), Renault, and Aptar, with a reported 98% customer satisfaction rate from a 2024 survey.

Name

Cerimatec

Legal name

CERIMATEC

Website

https://cerimatec.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cerimatec is a French industrial automation integrator based in Normandy that designs, manufactures, and commissions custom and productized collaborative robotic systems (notably the S:PAL palletizing and S:LOAD loading cobots) for pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, automotive, and construction manufacturers, with full-lifecycle maintenance and retrofit services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Louviers

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Automation Systems: Design, manufacturing, and integration of bespoke automated and robotic systems including palettization, depalletization, loading/unloading, bin picking, conveyor systems, and AGV/AMR. Revenue generated through project-based sales with equipment, installation, and commissioning.
2. Maintenance and Support Services: Preventive and corrective maintenance contracts, 24/7 emergency support, spare parts supply, obsolescence management, and retrofit services. Recurring revenue through service contracts and one-time interventions.
3. Engineering and Consulting: Technical studies, audit, flow simulation, 3D modeling, feasibility analysis, and proof of concept validation. Project-based consulting engagements from initial analysis through implementation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Cerimatec designs, manufactures, and integrates bespoke industrial automation, robotization, and retrofit solutions — including proprietary collaborative cobot products (S:PAL for palletizing, S:LOAD for machine loading/unloading), industrial palletizing/depalletizing lines, case packing systems, bin picking with vision-based quality control, AGV/AMR mobile robots, conveying systems, and Industry 4.0 connectivity. The company delivers full project lifecycle support from audit and engineering through installation, maintenance, and modernization for industrial manufacturers.

Product overview

Cerimatec offers a unified platform-plus-modules industrial automation portfolio organized around two branded robotic products (S:PAL for collaborative palletizing and S:LOAD for collaborative machine loading/unloading), complemented by a broad suite of automation systems and services. The core automated solutions include industrial palletizing/depalletizing, case packing/unpacking (encaissage/décaissage), bin picking/devracage with integrated quality control and traceability, AGV/AMR for internal logistics, custom conveying systems, and Industry 4.0 connectivity solutions. These are supported by engineering and consulting services (audit, 3D simulation, flow modeling), plus CERIMATEC Services covering maintenance, retrofit, obsolescence management, spare parts, and training. The product line spans from turnkey entry-level offerings (S:PAL from €40,000) to high-end autonomous systems, and integrates multiple third-party robot brands (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, Kuka) and enterprise software platforms (ERP, MES, WMS).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• S:PAL: Collaborative palletization cobot solution - compact, mobile and intuitive system for automated end-of-line palletizing
• S:LOAD
• CERIMATEC Services

Products and services

• S:PAL Collaborative Palletizing Cobot Collaborative palletizing cobot for end-of-line automation, available in three versions (entry-level from €40,000, standard €50,000–€70,000, autonomous from €70,000). Features compact mobile design, CE and Apave-certified 100% collaborative safety, 6–18 cases/min cycle time, up to 2m palletizing height, day-one installation, and compatibility with Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, and Kuka robot brands.
• S:LOAD Collaborative Machine Loading/Unloading Cobot Collaborative cobot for automated machine loading and unloading with 1418mm reach, 15kg payload capacity, integrated camera, no physical safety barrier required, and configurable multi-brand robot compatibility. Handles parts from 4mm to 176mm diameter with quick series changeover and ROI in under 12 months.
• Industrial Palletizing and Depalletizing Systems Automated palletizing and depalletizing systems handling cartons, crates, bags, and bins with multi-format support, CE/ISO compliance, and integration with conveyors, packaging machines, and ERP/MES systems for end-of-line and entry-of-line operations.
• Encaissage and Décaissage (Case Packing/Unpacking) Automated case packing and unpacking solutions handling fragile objects, heterogeneous lots, and high-throughput lines. Features safety sensors, cobot or classic robot integration, CE compliance, and multi-format adaptability without major disruption to existing lines.
• Machine Loading and Unloading Systems Automated loading and unloading systems for machine tools, CNC machining centers, presses, and assembly lines. Features continuous feeding, millimetric precision positioning, multi-format flexibility, CE compliance, and cobot or industrial robot configurations.
• Devracage, Quality Control and Traceability (Bin Picking) Automated bin picking systems combining vibrating, conveyor, and robotic feeding with smart sensors, AI-based vision inspection, and identification (barcode, Datamatrix, RFID) for real-time anomaly detection, non-conforming part ejection, and full traceability.
• AGV/AMR (Automated Guided Vehicles / Autonomous Mobile Robots) Automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots for internal logistics with multi-brand integration, heavy load transport capability, and real-time adaptive trajectories using 3D sensors, LIDAR scanners, and anti-collision systems.
• Conveying Systems (Convoyage) Custom-designed and integrated conveyor systems adapted to product typology, distances, throughput requirements, and automation levels. Includes belt, roller, chain, motorized, and gravity conveyors with optimized footprints and integrated safety devices.
• Solutions 4.0 (Industry 4.0) Connected Industry 4.0 solutions encompassing real-time data acquisition, IT/OT cybersecurity segmentation, IIoT integration, supervisory control interfaces, digital dashboards, smart alerts, predictive maintenance, and ERP/MES/WMS connectivity.
• Audit, Consulting, Engineering and Flow Simulation Pre-project engineering services including on-site audits, needs analysis, 3D flow simulation, virtual reality visualization, proof-of-concept development, and industrialization support for industrial automation projects.
• CERIMATEC Services (Maintenance, Retrofit, Spare Parts, Training) Comprehensive after-sales services covering preventive and corrective maintenance, retrofits, obsolescence management, spare parts supply, process safety compliance, and tailored training programs for industrial automation and robotics systems.
• Retrofit and Modernization Retrofit and modernization services for existing equipment including component upgrades, safety compliance (CE marking), ergonomic improvements, Industry 4.0 technology integration (smart sensors, automation, digitalization), and reverse engineering for obsolete parts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% customer satisfaction rate based on 2024 survey
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

AI capability6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• TTGroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024CERIMATEC joined TTGroup in 2024, gaining access to 1,200+ collaborators across multiple sites, shared resources, and industrial expertise. TTGroup membership provides enhanced capabilities for innovation and expanded market reach while maintaining CERIMATEC's local identity and customer focus.
• ApavesupportingTechnology or IntegrationSafety certification partnership for collaborative robotics. S:PAL entry-level solution is Apave-certified for 100% collaborative operation without additional safety systems.
• FanucsupportingTechnology or IntegrationRobot brand integration in S:PAL standard and high-end solutions, and S:LOAD configurable robot options.
• ABB RoboticssupportingTechnology or IntegrationRobot brand integration in S:PAL standard and high-end solutions.
• YaskawasupportingTechnology or IntegrationRobot brand integration in S:PAL standard and high-end solutions.
• Universal RobotssupportingTechnology or IntegrationRobot brand integration in S:PAL standard and high-end solutions.
• KukasupportingTechnology or IntegrationRobot brand integration in S:PAL standard and high-end solutions.
• OnRobotsupportingTechnology or IntegrationD:PLOY platform integration in S:PAL high-end autonomous version for no-code programming and rapid deployment.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• KUKA: German industrial robot OEM and systems integrator offering palletizing, machine loading, and full line automation. Competes with Cerimatec both as an underlying robot supplier and as a turnkey integrator targeting the same French/European enterprise customer base.
• Yaskawa (Motoman): Japanese robot OEM with cobot and industrial robot portfolio covering palletizing, machine loading, and welding. Both a supplier partner (integrated in Cerimatec's S:PAL/S:LOAD) and an integrator competitor in French industrial automation.
• Sidel: Global packaging machinery manufacturer and integrator serving beverage, food, and personal care end markets with palletizing, case packing, and line integration. Comparable to Cerimatec on end-of-line and palletization, but at much larger scale with broader geographic reach.
• Stäubli Robotics: Swiss-French robotics manufacturer offering industrial and collaborative robots for assembly, loading/unloading, and palletizing. Comparable technology stack with strong French presence; competes in the same automation deals as Cerimatec.
• Universal Robots: Danish cobot manufacturer and now-territory integrator pushing direct solutions for palletizing and machine tending. Dual role as a robot supplier to Cerimatec and increasingly as a competing integrator targeting the same SME and enterprise French cobot market.
• ABB Robotics: Global robot OEM and integrator offering palletizing, machine tending, and collaborative robot solutions. Functions as both a robot supplier and an integrator competitor to Cerimatec in industrial automation deals.

Direct peers

• Robopac (OCME Group): Italian-headquartered specialist in palletizing, wrapping, and end-of-line packaging automation. Direct overlap with Cerimatec's S:PAL palletization cobot and palletizing/depalletizing systems, serving similar F&B, pharma, and consumer goods customers across Europe.
• Alstef Group: French industrial automation integrator specializing in end-of-line material handling, palletizing, and intralogistics for warehouse and manufacturing environments. Highly comparable to Cerimatec in geography, customer profile (F&B, pharma, cosmetics), and turnkey systems integration model.
• BA Systèmes: French AGV/AMR specialist providing autonomous mobile robots for in-plant logistics, mirroring Cerimatec's AGV/AMR solutions line. Similar target customers and competitive overlap in French industrial intralogistics.

Emerging players

• Scallog: French mobile robotics startup providing goods-to-person and AMR solutions for warehouse and production logistics. Overlaps with Cerimatec's AGV/AMR and conveyor offering but focused on storage rather than end-of-line production.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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