Dürr’s 19,000th painting robot is set to be delivered to BYD’s inaugural European manufacturing site in Szeged, Hungary. Outfitted with the high-performance EcoBell3 rotary atomizer, the robot will play a key role in ensuring premium paint quality while advancing environmentally responsible production. This milestone reinforces Dürr’s position as a leading supplier of automated painting systems for the automotive industry.
As one of the first Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers to establish operations in Europe, BYD has chosen Dürr to supply over 120 painting and handling robots for its Hungarian facility. These systems are designed to provide energy-efficient and low-emission paint application, aligning with BYD’s commitment to sustainability in electric vehicle production.
The paint lines at the plant incorporate Dürr’s EcoRP robotic series in both 6-axis and 7-axis configurations. These robots handle both interior and exterior painting tasks, with the 7-axis models assisting in functional operations such as opening vehicle hoods. The 6-axis variants focus on precise exterior coatings. Advanced atomization and environmental control technologies, including the EcoBell3, support fast color changes and consistent finish, while also minimizing energy use and material waste.
To further improve process efficiency, the plant utilizes Dürr’s EcoSupply P piggable paint system, which returns unused paint to the original container, eliminating waste. In addition, specialized feather roller robots have been tailored to remove dust from complex vehicle surfaces, enhancing surface preparation. Backed by a global presence in 33 countries, Dürr offers extensive expertise in localized engineering and regulatory compliance, supporting Chinese automakers like BYD in establishing efficient, high-tech operations abroad.
The Dürr Group has maintained a direct presence in India since 1997, with Schenck RoTec operating in the country since 1986. Today, the Group employs approximately 680 professionals across its Indian operations, delivering a complete portfolio of products and services. Headquartered in Chennai, Dürr India specializes in painting, application, final assembly, energy efficiency technologies, air pollution control systems, noise abatement solutions, and battery coating lines. Since 2015, Dürr India has also operated a dedicated training center, offering both hands-on and classroom instruction in paint and application systems for customers.
Schenck RoTec India, based in Noida, focuses on balancing technology along with testing and filling systems. In addition, the HOMAG Group—part of the Dürr Group—develops machinery and systems for the woodworking industry. HOMAG India operates a manufacturing facility, along with sales and service operations, in Bangalore.
The Dürr Group is a global leader in mechanical and plant engineering, with specialized capabilities in automation, digitalization, and energy efficiency. Its solutions enable resource-efficient manufacturing across a wide range of industries, including automotive, woodworking, chemical, pharmaceutical, medical devices, electrical engineering, and battery production.
In 2024, the Dürr Group reported revenues of €4.7 billion and employed around 18,400 individuals worldwide. The company operates 139 sites in 33 countries. As of January 1, 2025, the Paint and Final Assembly Systems and Application Technology divisions were consolidated into a unified Automotive division. The Dürr Group now operates with four core divisions, aligning its global operations with strategic focus areas to support advanced, sustainable manufacturing.
