Debuting at MACH 2026
Caracol, a global expert in advanced robotic manufacturing, has formed a strategic partnership with CNC Robotics, a UK-based KUKA Platinum System Integrator, which will debut at MACH 2026. Visitors to stand 17-429 can meet the joint team of Caracol, its UK reseller AM Futures, and CNC Robotics
The cornerstone of the partnership is the ability to assemble, integrate, and service Caracol’s Heron AM and Vipra AM systems locally. This will improve support for localised production and the reshoring of manufacturing capacity across British industrial sectors.
Founded in 2010, CNC Robotics has established itself as a specialist in robotic integration for additive and subtractive manufacturing applications. Its team has deep expertise in developing robotic machining systems across aerospace, marine, automotive, and composites sectors. As a KUKA Platinum System Integration Partner, with over a decade of accreditation, CNC Robotics brings technical depth in robotic CNC and milling, enabling them to fit within Caracol’s partner ecosystem.
The partnership between Caracol, CNC Robotics, and AM Futures creates a local infrastructure to support Caracol’s British customers, from commercial engagement and deployment through technical integration to after-sales support. CNC Robotics’ milling robotics and custom configuration know-how enrich the solutions available with Caracol’s Heron AM and Vipra AM platforms, enabling increasingly tailored applications for demanding industrial requirements.
Francesco De Stefano, CEO and co-founder of Caracol, said, "The UK is a strategic market for Caracol, and this partnership reflects the depth of that commitment. By building a complete local ecosystem — with AM Futures and CNC Robotics, we are giving UK manufacturers access to the full power of our platforms, assembled and supported on home soil. At a time when reshoring and supply chain resilience are top priorities across British industry, we want Caracol to be the partner manufacturers can count on."
Jason Barker, founder and CTO at CNC Robotics, said, "Our partnership with Caracol is a major milestone for CNC Robotics and for the UK manufacturing sector. As Caracol’s key partner in the UK, we’re not only bringing cutting-edge large-format additive manufacturing technology to the market – we’re backing it with local technical expertise, responsive on-the-ground support, and strong commercial guidance. UK customers can rely on us for a seamless experience from initial consultation through to installation, training, and long-term service. Together with Caracol, we’re enabling manufacturers across the UK to adopt advanced AM solutions with confidence and clarity."
