The International Federation of Robotics ist the voice of robotics in the world. We connect the community around the globe. Our members come from the robotics industry, national or international industry associations and research & development institutes. Our federation represents about 80 members from more than 20 countries. The IFR statistical department is the primary global resource for data on robotics. What we do: • We provide worldwide market data for surveys, studies and statistics • Help manufacturers and integrators of robotics to enter new markets • Organize the IFR CEO Round Table discussions • Stimulate research in robotics and promote links between science and industry (IERA Award) • Our federation actively co-operates with national and international robotics organizations • The IFR sponsors the International Symposium on Robotics ISR - a conference on industrial and service robotics held since 1970
