Guozi Robotics

Zhejiang Guozi Robotics Co., Ltd. has established itself as one of China’s top three warehousing AGV manufacturers, serving over 1,000 customers across 31 administrative regions domestically and more than 20 countries worldwide. Originally spun off from the Supcon Research Institute’s robotics division, the company has built a broad mobile robot technology system spanning intelligent logistics, intelligent inspection, and intelligent manufacturing.

Company Overview

Guozi Robotics emerged from Zhejiang University’s automation research laboratories, where its founding team accumulated technical expertise since 2000. The company was formally established in 2011, positioning itself as a technology-driven enterprise focused on mobile robot R&D and implementation. Headquartered in Hangzhou’s Fuyang District, Guozi operates with 500-1000 employees, including over 250 R&D staff and 150 project implementation specialists.

The company has filed over 1,500 patents, including multiple PCT international patents, and has received more than 200 industry awards. Its products hold certifications including TÜV Rheinland and UL, enabling deployment across global markets.

Core Products

SLIM Series Logistics Robots

The SLIM family includes reach truck AMRs and pallet truck AMRs designed for warehouse stacking and retrieval operations. These robots feature multi-navigation fusion technology combining vision and LiDAR, achieving 1.2-ton payload capacity, 7-meter lifting height, and ±10mm docking accuracy.

ANTS Series Material Handling Robots

The ANTS product line, including the A10 and A10S models, provides lifting and handling solutions for production line logistics and warehouse management. These robots received TÜV Rheinland certification in 2025, demonstrating compliance with international safety standards.

Picking Plus Robot

Specifically designed for healthcare warehousing applications, the Picking Plus robot accommodates the varied shapes and sizes of medical equipment and supplies. The system combines automated and manual picking workflows, significantly improving warehouse efficiency.

Intelligent Inspection Robots

Guozi pioneered China’s first trackless navigation intelligent inspection robot, becoming a core supplier to State Grid Corporation of China. These robots operate across power plants, substations, and industrial facilities nationwide.

Technology & Innovation

Emerging from Zhejiang University automation research, Guozi Robotics has grown into one of China’s top three warehousing AGV manufacturers, serving over 1,000 customers across 31 Chinese provinces.

Guozi’s core technology platform encompasses full-scenario intelligent navigation, multi-agent dispatching, flexible collaboration, and human-machine interaction. Key technical capabilities include:

• Multi-navigation fusion (vision + LiDAR SLAM)
• Dynamic path planning without fixed infrastructure
• 7mm process precision in manufacturing environments
• Heavy-duty transport capacity up to 60 tons
• Integrated delivery model for overseas projects, reducing implementation cycles by 30%

The company developed the REX robot dispatching system and GRACE system for rapid mobile robot deployment, supporting direct integration with customer WMS and production management systems.

Market Presence

Guozi covers both manufacturing and service industries with extensive application cases in advanced manufacturing, food and beverage, heavy industry, oil and gas, photovoltaics, new energy, power generation, and rail transit. Notable partnerships include:

• Staples (USA): 9-year strategic partnership with 1,200+ robots deployed
• Xiaomi Automotive: Full-factory AMR solution for the super factory
• Haichen Energy Storage (USA): Full-plant logistics solution for Texas manufacturing facility
• BMW, SANY, ABB, BOSCH, Alibaba, Midea: Major industrial customers

In the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector, Guozi has implemented intelligent storage solutions for pharmaceutical logistics warehouses in China, optimizing receiving, storage, sorting, and distribution processes for medicines and medical supplies.

Key Milestones

• 2000: Core team begins technology accumulation at Zhejiang University
• 2011: Guozi Robotics formally established
• 2016: Global operations launched, expanding to North America and Europe
• 2017: First domestic “first-set” product designation for laser-guided forklift AGV logistics system
• 2018: Ranked top 3 in Warehousing AGV Competitiveness Ranking
• 2020: Initiated IPO preparation for STAR Market listing
• 2023: CTO Yikun Tao received Ingenuity Award in Logistics Technology
• 2025: SLIM and ANTS series robots obtained TÜV Rheinland certification

Frequently Asked Questions

What industries does Guozi Robotics serve?

Guozi serves multiple industries including power grid, automotive, manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food and beverage, and new energy sectors. The company provides customized mobile robot solutions for warehousing, production line logistics, and facility inspection applications.

Is Guozi Robotics publicly listed?

Guozi initiated STAR Market IPO preparation in 2020 with Huatai United Securities as the sponsor. As of early 2026, the company has not completed its public listing. The company has secured strategic funding exceeding CNY 200 million led by Chint Group’s Chint New Energy division.

Does Guozi have international operations?

Yes, Guozi has expanded to over 20 countries across North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. In the United States alone, the company has deployed over 1,200 robots for clients including Staples and has recently completed full-plant solutions for energy storage manufacturing facilities.