This publication provides a comprehensive global overview of industrial robot statistics. It presents detailed data across approximately 20 countries, allowing for consistent comparisons through uniform tables. The statistics are broken down by application areas, industrial branches, types of robots, and other techno-economic variables, also including data on production, exports, and imports.

This report serves as a unique resource for understanding the global landscape of industrial robotics in 1997. Its strength lies in its consistent methodology, enabling direct country comparisons that are often difficult to achieve with disparate national data. The detailed breakdown by application and robot type offers valuable insights for industry analysts, policymakers, and researchers tracking technological adoption and manufacturing trends.