Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Research: reflecting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%

QY Research Inc. (Global Market Report Research Publisher) announces the release of 2025 latest report “Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems- Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”. Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2020-2024) and forecast calculations (2025-2031), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Wire Drawing Dies market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.

The global market for Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems was estimated to be worth US$ 1722 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 4608 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 15.1% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

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Global Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Market to Reach USD 4.61 Billion by 2031 with 15.1% CAGR

According to the latest market intelligence report titled “Global Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Market Research Report 2025” by QYResearch, the global market is projected to grow from USD 1.72 billion in 2024 to USD 4.61 billion by 2031, reflecting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%. This remarkable growth is driven by the rapid adoption of robotics and automation technologies in automotive manufacturing, particularly in the installation of windshields, side windows, and rear windows.

Key Market Trends

1. Real-Time AI-Controlled Robotic Arms:
A standout development in 2025 is the emergence of robotic arms equipped with AI-driven control systems that continuously adjust pressure, adhesive volume, and glass alignment. These systems utilize real-time sensor feedback and vision positioning to reduce installation errors by an estimated 30% and cut cycle time by approximately 20%, compared with legacy semi-automated lines. Adaptive gripping and sensor fusion now allow robots to handle glass transparently and in submillimeter precision—essential for applications involving smart glass and embedded sensors.

2. Modular, Model-Flexible Systems:
Manufacturers are increasingly deploying modular robots and quick-change endeffectors that support multiple vehicle models on a single line. This modularization enables rapid reconfiguration, reducing changeover times by 50%, and supports justintime production strategies. In industry exhibitions like Automate 2025, compact mobile robot cells that adapt to varied car designs—without significant line restructuring—were among the most featured innovations.

3. Supply-Chain Realignment Due to Tariffs:
The introduction of sweeping 25% U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles and components (April–May 2025) has triggered a wave of nearshoring and diversification. Leading OEMs and glass-system integrators are relocating assembly to North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia to avoid trade exposure. For example, Southeast Asian suppliers are now being integrated into the automotive glass ecosystem across Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand.

4. Buffering Tariff Shock with Logistics Resilience:
Companies are not only relocating, but also restructuring logistics. A 90-day tariff pause in early April 2025 allowed temporary breathing room, but auto tariffs on cars and parts remain at 25%. As a result, OEMs are opening tariff-task forces, establishing bonded warehouses, and rerouting shipments—especially via ASEAN and Canada—to cushion against duty spikes.

5. Industry Automation Surge Beyond CAGR:
While the industrial robot market is projected to grow at a 16.6% CAGR (2025–2034) from USD 47.8 billion in 2024, the specialized glass-handling and gluing-robot segment is experiencing even sharper adoption. Pressure to automate hazardous glass processes, improve alignment accuracy, and support smart-glass production drives rapid investments in dedicated visionguided, AIempowered systems.

Recent Company Achievements

KUKA AG and ABB Ltd. have launched next-generation car glass installation robots in early 2025, featuring enhanced motion control and AI-based defect detection. Fanuc Corporation continues to expand its reach in Asia with installations of over 500 robotic units in 2024 alone. Dürr AG has integrated end-to-end digital twins into its systems, improving simulation accuracy and energy efficiency.

Major Companies Profiled

The report covers in-depth profiles of major manufacturers including:

· KUKA AG

· ABB Ltd.

· Fanuc Corporation

· Yaskawa Electric Corporation

· Comau S.p.A.

· Dürr AG

· Kawasaki Heavy Industries

· Bosch Rexroth AG

· Staubli International AG

· Trumpf Group

· Universal Robots

· Magna International Inc.

· Webasto Group

· AGC Automotive

· Saint-Gobain Sekurit

· NSG Group

· Fuyao Glass Industry Group

· Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited

· Vitro SAB de CV

· BYD Auto Industry Company Limited

Product Profiles: Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems

1. KUKA KR 180 R3500 ultra K

· Manufacturer: KUKA AG

· Type: 6-axis industrial robot for glass handling

· Payload: 180 kg

· Reach: 3.5 m

· Key Features: Vacuum-cup gentle gripping; compact footprint; integration on KL 4000 linear unit; minimal maintenance and enhanced productivity in glass plate handling.

2. ABB IRB1410 Windshield Assembly Workstation

· Manufacturer: ABB Ltd.

· Type: Robotic glazing workstation for vehicle windshields

· Robot Model: IRB1410

· Integration: Industrial vision system + gluing system

· Benefits: Improved automation level, operational efficiency, and safety; rapid deployment (<5 working days).

3. FANUC M10iD/12

· Manufacturer: FANUC Corporation

· Type: High-speed precision articulated robot

· Payload: 12 kg

· Reach: ≈1.44 m

· Highlights: Internal cable routing; curved J2 arm; long stroke/backflip region; top-tier speed & accuracy for automotive glass handling systems.

4. Yaskawa MOTOMAN GP180

· Manufacturer: Yaskawa Electric Corporation

· Type: Heavy-duty 6-axis handling robot

· Payload: 180 kg

· Reach: 2.702 m

· Accuracy: ±0.05 mm repeatability

· Use Case: Ideal for lifting and positioning large auto glass units with high precision.

5. Dürr Window Gluing Line (Side Window)

· Manufacturer: Dürr AG

· Type: Line-tracking gluing system for side windows

· Deployment: Automotive final assembly (e.g., Volkswagen Zwickau plant)

· Operating Mode: Vehicles remain in motion on skillet conveyor during gluing

· Advantages: Eliminates stop-and-go delays; reduces conveyor adaptation costs; modular NEXT.assembly integration.

Market Segmentation

By Type

· Fully Automated Windshield Installation Systems

· Fully Automated Side Window Installation Systems

· Fully Automated Rear Window Installation Systems

By Application

· Passenger Car Manufacturing

· Commercial Vehicle Assembly

· Auto Glass Repair and Replacement Centers

· Automotive Assembly Line Integrators

· Others

Regional Insights

Asia-Pacific remains the largest and fastest-growing market, with countries like China, Japan, and South Korea leading production capacity expansion. North America is expected to see renewed investment in 2025 due to increased demand for automated technologies to address labor shortages. Europe, driven by companies such as Saint-Gobain Sekurit, AGC Automotive, and NSG Group, continues to lead in innovation, particularly in sensor-integrated smart glass systems.

Verified Downstream Customers of Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems

The following companies are verified downstream customers or end users of fully automated car glass installation systems, particularly in the domains of automotive assembly, OEM integration, and smart glass installation lines:

· Toyota Motor Corporation

· Volkswagen AG

· General Motors Company

· Ford Motor Company

· Hyundai Motor Company

· BMW Group

· Mercedes-Benz Group AG

· Stellantis N.V.

· Tesla, Inc.

· Volvo Cars

· Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

· BYD Company Limited

· Geely Auto Group

· SAIC Motor Corporation

· Magna International Inc.

Outlook

As automotive production becomes increasingly digitized, fully automated car glass installation systems are no longer optional but essential to maintaining efficiency and competitiveness. The global landscape through 2031 will be defined by rapid innovation, regional shifts in manufacturing hubs, and the fusion of robotics with AI.

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The report provides a detailed analysis of the market size, growth potential, and key trends for each segment. Through detailed analysis, industry players can identify profit opportunities, develop strategies for specific customer segments, and allocate resources effectively.

The Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems market is segmented as below:
By Company
KUKA AG
ABB Ltd.
Fanuc Corporation
Yaskawa Electric Corporation
Comau S.p.A.
Dürr AG
Kawasaki Heavy Industries
Bosch Rexroth AG
Staubli International AG
Trumpf Group
Universal Robots
Magna International Inc.
Webasto Group
AGC Automotive
Saint-Gobain Sekurit
NSG Group
Fuyao Glass Industry Group
Vitro SAB de CV
Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
BYD Auto Industry Company Limited
Atlas Copco
Schunk Group
ISRA VISION
Hirata Corporation
ATN Hölzel GmbH
Grenzebach Maschinenbau GmbH
Sames Kremlin
Baumer Group
Pilkington Automotive
CMS Automatisme


Segment by Type
Fully Automated Windshield Installation Systems
Fully Automated Side Window Installation Systems
Fully Automated Rear Window Installation Systems


Segment by Application
Passenger Car Manufacturing
Commercial Vehicle Assembly
Auto Glass Repair and Replacement Centers
Automotive Assembly Line Integrators
Others


Each chapter of the report provides detailed information for readers to further understand the Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems market:

Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems report, global total market size (valve, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry. (2020-2031)
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments. (2020-2031)
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.(2020-2031)
Chapter 5:  Sales, revenue of Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world..(2020-2031)
Chapter 6:  Sales, revenue of Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.(2020-2031)
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.


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Other relevant reports of QYResearch:
Global Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Market Research Report 2025
Global Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Market Outlook, In‑Depth Analysis & Forecast to 2031
Global Fully Automated Car Glass Installation Systems Sales Market Report, Competitive Analysis and Regional Opportunities 2025-2031


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