TM Robotics, the official European distribution partner of Japanese robot and injection moulding machine manufacturer Shibaura Machine, has been named the UK and European sales partner for automation specialist, Cornerstone Automation Systems, LLC (CASI). The announcement strengthens the long-standing relationship between the two companies and marks a significant step in CASI’s expansion into the European market.
The new agreement will see TM Robotics lead direct customer engagement across the UK and mainland Europe, providing in-region support and tailored automation solutions. Backed by over fifteen years of collaboration, the partnership is focused on bringing CASI’s warehouse automation systems to a wider customer base outside of North America.
“TM Robotics has the local market knowledge and technical expertise to help us better serve customers internationally,” explained Greg Judkins, Chief Executive officer at CASI. “While we continue to support our existing global installations remotely, this development allows us to offer face-to-face support to businesses we would otherwise struggle to reach.”
The move supports CASI’s strategic approach to international growth by leveraging TM Robotics’ well-established presence and industry network across Europe. The partnership will also increase accessibility to CASI’s complete range of turnkey automation systems – including conveyor technologies, box cutting equipment and intelligent sorting solutions – for customers across warehousing, distribution and logistics sectors.
TM Robotics is already widely recognised for its automation expertise through its exclusive distribution of Shibaura Machine’s SCARA industrial robots, as well as its injection moulding machines (IMMs) in the UK and Ireland. Its logistics range includes solutions such as the CASi-iBOD, which stands for intelligent Box Opening Device, designed to streamline box-opening processes in European warehousing.
The CASi-IBOD is an inline robotic system designed to automate box opening within existing conveyor setups. It uses real-time dimensional scanning and adjustable cutting paths to handle varying box sizes and product types without manual sorting. This approach improves consistency, reduces handling risks and supports higher throughput in warehouse and distribution environments.
“This expanded role with CASI reflects the strength of our existing relationship and shared focus on delivering effective automation solutions,” said Nigel Smith, CEO of TM Robotics. “By working closely with CASI’s team, we’re able to provide customers in the UK and Europe with local support and tailored services that meet the demands of modern warehousing.”
Contact TM Robotics today to discuss how its automation systems can support your warehouse operations.