Event
KUKA acquires Visual Components
KUKA acquired Visual Components, adding its 3D factory-planning simulation software to the automation group's portfolio.
Evidence notes
- Visual Components brought 3D simulation software used for factory-planning and production-system design into the KUKA Group.
- KUKA identified simulation as a core layer for factory automation, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, cloud technology and industrial IoT.
- Visual Components said the transaction would support continued international growth while retaining its open simulation architecture.
Company context
Visual Components develops 3D manufacturing simulation and offline robot-programming software. Founded in Finland in 1999, its platform lets manufacturers and integrators model production lines, test layouts, calculate throughput, validate robot reach and generate programmes for multiple robot brands before physical installation. A broad component library and connectivity tools support sales engineering, digital twins, commissioning and continuous production improvement.
Context
- Company
- Visual Components
- Segment
- Simulation
- Event type
- Acquisition
- Added to Korthos
- Jul 17, 2026
- Geography
- Espoo · Finland