Galbot unveils industrial robot S1 with 50 kg payload capacity using both arms

Galbot on Jan. 20, 2026, unveiled the Galbot S1, an industrial robot capable of carrying a continuous payload of up to 50 kg with both arms, PR Newswire reported. The company said the S1 is already operating on a production line at battery maker CATL.

The company says the robot can use both arms to handle heavy components in manufacturing, with a continuous payload capacity of up to 50 kg. The company also says the robot is operating on a CATL production line, providing a reference for assessing its use in processes with demanding load requirements.