The benefits of TANIQ's Robotic Winding solutions
From complex geometries to multi-process production, TANIQ's robotic platform is built to support the development and production of demanding composite parts
Configurable for different part sizes, tooling setups, and process combinations. When requirements change between programs, the system adapts — supporting prototyping, development, and production on a single platform.
Combine filament winding with AFP or rubber winding on a single robotic platform. No separate machines, no extra handling — reducing cycle time and increasing consistency across complex layup sequences.
TaniqWind Pro provided powerful functionalities to optimize your design and winding programs offline before going to production, shortening development cycles and reducing material waste.
Freedom of configuration
The strength of robotic winding systems is that thanks to their modular nature they can be configured to mach your requirements. This makes them suitable for traditional winding set-ups, but even more for users that want tpo have the flexibility to wind a large variety of parts and switch between parts easily.
Robotic 6-axis arm with 7th axis mandrel rotator.
A six-axis robotic arm, extended with a 7th axis mandrel rotator held by the robot, that manipulates the mandrel by a fixed fiber tool.
A robotic 6-axis arm, optionally on a 7th axis track, winds or places fibers on a complex shape, rotated by a 8th axis mandrel rotator
A basic solution using a 6-axis robot, whereby the mandrel is directly rotated by the robot's 6th axis.
Automatic fiber placement using an AFP head on the robot.
Watch TANIQ's robotic winding system at work
How does Robotic Winding compare to CNC?
CNC filament winding is a proven, efficient technology for rotationally symmetric composite parts. Robotic winding doesn't replace it — it extends what's possible. For programs that demand more geometric freedom, multi-process capability, or future adaptability, the differences matter.
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| Capability | Traditional CNC Winder | TANIQ Robotic System |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees of freedom | 2–4 fixed axes: mandrel rotation, carriage travel, cross-feed, delivery eye | ✓6-axis robot + mandrel rotator (1) + more if needed |
| Multi-process integration | ✗Single-process machine architecture | ✓Multiple tools and processes on one platform |
| Prototyping & low-volume A&D | ✗High retooling overhead for small runs | ✓Designed for agile development cycles |
| Complex geometry capability | Optimized for cylindrical mandrels only | ✓Configurable with more degrees of freedom for complex shapes |
| Program-to-program adaptability | ✗Fixed layout — refixturing required per part family | ✓Modular architecture reconfigures across programs |
Built for the parts that push boundaries
TANIQ systems serve the most demanding composite manufacturing programs in aerospace, defense, and space launch.
Discuss your winding challenge with TANIQ
Talk to a TANIQ engineer about your current program — and the geometries you've been working around.
For A&D programs requiring NDA-first engagement, contact us directly at info@taniq.com