Nidec Drive Technology to Showcase Full Gearbox Lineup at CIIF 2025 in Shanghai
Nidec Drive Technology Corporation announced that it will be participating in the upcoming China International Industry Fair (CIIF 2025), one of the largest and most influential trade exhibitions in Asia. The event will take place in Shanghai, China, from Tuesday, September 23 through Saturday, September 27, 2025, and will gather thousands of global exhibitors and visitors across the industrial technology sector.
For Nidec Drive Technology, CIIF 2025 presents a significant opportunity to reinforce its presence in China, one of the fastest-growing automation markets in the world. As the Chinese economy continues to expand, industries across the nation are rapidly embracing automation and labor-saving technologies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. Among the critical components enabling this transformation are high-performance gearboxes, which play a vital role in powering machinery used in everything from factory automation to humanoid robotics.
Recognizing this shift, Nidec Drive Technology plans to introduce its full lineup of advanced gearboxes at the exhibition, showcasing solutions that address the evolving needs of Chinese manufacturers. The company emphasizes that its products are designed with a focus on precision, durability, and versatility, making them ideal for demanding industrial applications as well as emerging areas like humanoid robots.
Meeting Growing Demand for Automation in China
In recent years, China has accelerated its investment in robotics and intelligent manufacturing, with applications ranging from automated assembly lines to next-generation service robots. Gearboxes are essential in these systems, providing the motion control, torque, and stability required to operate with accuracy and reliability.
Nidec Drive Technology is responding to this market demand by offering gearboxes that not only support traditional industrial robots but also contribute to the performance of humanoid robots, which are gaining global attention for their potential in service, logistics, and healthcare. With high-precision engineering and robust design, the company’s gearboxes help manufacturers achieve greater productivity, smoother motion control, and longer equipment lifespans.
Showcasing Key Technologies at CIIF 2025
At CIIF 2025, Nidec Drive Technology will display a diverse portfolio of gearbox technologies that reflect its commitment to innovation and support for the future of automation. Among the highlights will be:
- Strain Wave Gearboxes – Designed for advanced applications, these gearboxes provide exceptional accuracy and are especially suitable for industrial robots and humanoid robots where precise movement and compact design are critical.
- ABLE Series Planetary Gearboxes – A versatile product line that can be integrated with major motors from around the world, offering solutions for applications such as vertical motion drives, turnstiles, and automated production systems.
- KINEX Series – Large, high-precision gearboxes engineered to handle demanding industrial environments while maintaining consistent performance.
- FLEXWAVE Series – High-precision gearboxes tailored for applications requiring precise motion control, contributing to efficiency in robotics and automation equipment.
To illustrate the real-world impact of these technologies, the company will also host a live demonstration of a SCARA robot equipped with an ABLE series gearbox on its third elevator axis. This demonstration will allow visitors to experience firsthand the performance and reliability that Nidec Drive Technology’s solutions bring to automation.
Additionally, the company will showcase five distinct applications of its ABLE series planetary gearboxes, covering:
- Vertical operation
- Turntable movement
- Stirring machines
- Slide operation
- Turnstile systems
Through these demonstrations, Nidec Drive Technology aims to highlight the flexibility and adaptability of its products across a wide range of use cases.
Commitment to Global Manufacturing Innovation
In its announcement, Nidec Drive Technology reaffirmed its commitment to advancing global manufacturing through its continuous development of high-performance gearboxes. The company believes that its products play an essential role in helping industries worldwide achieve progress, efficiency, and innovation.
As industrial automation becomes more integral to global competitiveness, the company positions itself not only as a supplier of components but also as a partner in transformation, enabling customers to push the boundaries of what machines can accomplish.
