Why We Build Our Cobots in America: A Choice That Shapes Everything We Do

 Zac Bogart

President, Productive Robotics

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From day one, I made a decision that has shaped every part of our company: We build our collaborative cobots domestically - in the United States. That choice wasn’t just about proximity, control, or even patriotism. It was about something deeper: a commitment to quality, agility, and trust. In a world where so much is outsourced and offshored, we took a different path - and we stand by it every day. Here’s why.

1. We’re Your Partner, Not Just a Vendor

For most manufacturers, bringing cobots into production is unfamiliar territory. Many customers tell us:

“We bought a robot because it was easy to program."

But then found the real value is in support, experience, and trust. When you work with us, your cobot comes backed by real people - engineers who helped build it, and a team that knows what it takes to make automation work in practice. We’re present. We’re responsive. And we’re based right here in the U.S.

2. Predictable Pricing in an Unpredictable World

Our production is heavily automated and done almost entirely in-house, which means we don’t rely on container ships or volatile supply chains.

That’s why our pricing hasn’t changed in over five years. By sourcing locally and building domestically, we’ve protected our customers from cost spikes and delays - and helped keep their shops running when others couldn’t.

3. We’ve Automated Our Own Production

We don’t just sell automation. We live it. Our own cobots help build the next cobots. We know what works and what doesn’t - and we’ve refined our process over years of real-world implementation. So when your OB7 arrives, it’s ready to go. Fast. Simple. Cost-effective. We’ve been through the learning curve—so you don’t have to.

4. Relentless Focus on Quality

We work directly with top-tier American component suppliers, and every precision part goes through full computerized quality control on arrival. Our in-house assembly is built around QC standards - and for the few parts we do source internationally, we rely on long-standing relationships (over 20 years) and a dedicated overseas quality inspector who enforces our U.S. standards on-site.

5. Built for American Manufacturing, by American Manufacturers

When you buy an OB7 cobot, you’re supporting more than just our company. You’re supporting machinists, welders, engineers, and logistics professionals here in the U.S. helping train the next generation of manufacturing talent.

Bottom line:

We didn’t choose to build in America because it was easy. We chose it because it was right - for our product, our customers, and our future. And if you’re going to trust a robot to work alongside your people, it should come from people who take that responsibility personally. For us, that starts locally - in the United States.

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