RUN Series Delivery Robot

The RUN (润) series represents Yunji Technology’s flagship autonomous delivery platform, deployed across 30,000+ hotels and 150+ hospitals worldwide. As the company’s original commercial product launched in 2015, this robot has undergone six iterative generations to become one of China’s most widely deployed service robots.

Product Overview

Developed specifically for indoor delivery tasks, the RUN series combines autonomous navigation, elevator integration, and AI-powered interaction capabilities. The robot operates without human intervention, navigating hallways, calling elevators, and notifying recipients upon arrival through WeChat integration or phone calls.

In healthcare environments, RUN robots perform critical logistics functions including medication delivery between pharmacy and wards, specimen transport to laboratories, and supply distribution throughout hospital facilities. Yunji reports 99%+ delivery accuracy rates in medical deployments, with direct HIS (Hospital Information System) integration.

Key Features

The RUN series’ SLAM navigation and automatic elevator integration support 99%+ delivery accuracy across 150+ hospital deployments worldwide with contactless multi-compartment transport.

• Autonomous Navigation: Proprietary indoor positioning and SLAM technology enables centimeter-level accuracy in complex environments including hospitals with dynamic foot traffic
• Elevator Integration: Automatic elevator summoning and floor selection through IoT connectivity
• Multi-Robot Coordination: Fleet management system prevents collisions and optimizes delivery routes across multiple units
• User Notification: Automatic alerts via WeChat, phone call, or SMS upon arrival
• Customizable Interface: Voice prompts and exterior “uniforms” can be branded for different healthcare facilities
• Contactless Delivery: Secure compartment design supports infection control protocols

Technical Specifications

The RUN series uses SLAM and multi-sensor fusion for centimeter-level indoor positioning with WiFi, 4G/5G, and IoT connectivity supporting autonomous docking and fleet coordination.

Clinical Applications

Hospital Deployment Scenarios

Pharmacy-to-Ward Delivery: Automated medication transport reduces pharmacist workload and delivery time. The robot integrates with hospital pharmacy management systems for order receipt and delivery confirmation.

Specimen Transport: Laboratory specimens move securely between collection points and analysis centers, maintaining chain of custody documentation through digital tracking.

Supply Distribution: Medical supplies, linens, and equipment components traverse hospital logistics networks without dedicated transport staff.

Meal Delivery: Patient meal service operates on scheduled routes with temperature-controlled compartments in enhanced configurations.

Integration Capabilities

RUN robots connect with hospital information systems including HIS, pharmacy management, and logistics platforms. API-based integration enables automated task assignment based on existing workflow triggers.

Market Position

As Yunji’s volume product, the RUN series has shipped thousands of units since 2015. Sales volumes were 2,881 units (2022), 1,829 units (2023), and 1,255 units (2024), with declining numbers reflecting market shift toward the newer Gege and UP series platforms.

Pricing evolved from ¥23,200 per unit in 2022 to ¥13,100 in 2024, a 43% reduction reflecting industry-wide commoditization and Yunji’s scale manufacturing advantages.

Regulatory Status

The RUN series operates as a commercial service robot rather than a regulated medical device. Hospital deployments focus on logistics and transport functions that do not require medical device certification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can RUN robots integrate with existing hospital systems?

Yes, RUN robots support API-based integration with Hospital Information Systems (HIS), pharmacy management software, and logistics platforms. Yunji provides integration support for task automation based on existing workflow triggers.

What is the delivery accuracy rate?

Yunji reports 99%+ delivery accuracy in hospital deployments. The multi-sensor navigation system and multi-robot coordination prevent misdeliveries and collisions in complex healthcare environments.

How does pricing compare to competitors?

Current pricing around ¥13,100 (approximately $1,800 USD) positions RUN competitively in the Chinese market. Industry-wide price reductions have made service robots increasingly accessible for healthcare facilities, with ROI typically realized within 1-2 years through labor cost savings.