Flexiv to Showcase the Future of Adaptive Robotics at Hannover Messe 2026
Six interactive exhibits and exclusive European preview of the Mello massage platform bring the adaptive advantage to life at Hall 27 Booth G81.
SANTA CLARA, CA – April 13, 2026 – Flexiv, a global leader in general-purpose robotics, is set to demonstrate its latest advancements in force-sensitive automation at this year’s Hannover Messe.
Located in Hall 27, Booth G81, the company will feature six interactive demonstrations that highlight how adaptive robots are bridging the gap between digital intelligence and physical precision.
Visitors will be able to see, and interact with, the Rizon series robots as they perform tasks that have traditionally required a human touch.
The centerpiece of the booth will be the first European sneak peek of the Mello automated massage platform. Slated for release in Q4 2026, Mello serves as a high-level technology showcase illustrating how Flexiv’s proprietary force control is sensitive, safe, and ready for real-world use.
Able to detect and follow the contours of a body while adjusting contact pressure in real time, Mello demonstrates how a robot can not only mimic but surpass the techniques of an expert practitioner.
Beyond the Mello preview, five additional demo stations will showcase the versatility of the Rizon series of adaptive robots:
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• Precision ball balancing
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• Mobile CNC tool changing
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• Server component insertion
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• Automotive body polishing
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• Automotive seat ironing & quality testing
Each demonstration is designed to illustrate how sensitivity and artificial intelligence can solve traditional real-world automation challenges. By mastering tasks that previously required a delicate human touch, Flexiv is enabling a new era of fully automated industrial and consumer processes.
"At Flexiv, we believe the future of industry lies in AI-empowered touch," said Flexiv's European Sales Director, Thomas Zandes. "Mello serves as the ultimate proof of concept. By perfecting the delicate variable pressure required for a world-class massage, we demonstrate that our Rizon robots can handle nearly any high-precision task. The same core technology that enables a Mello massage also powers complex industrial applications like contour tracking and positional variance compensation."
For your chance to see how the adaptive advantage can automate the impossible, visit Hall 27, Booth G81.
About Flexiv
Flexiv is a world-leading general-purpose robotics company dedicated to developing and manufacturing adaptive robots. With expertise in integrating industrial-grade force control, computer vision, and AI technologies, Flexiv delivers advanced turn-key automation solutions that enhance efficiency while reducing operational costs and environmental impact. Founded in 2016, Flexiv has established offices in Silicon Valley, Shanghai, Beijing, Munich, and Singapore. For more information, please visit https://www.flexiv.com/.
