Robot Boom in US Manufacturing is Fueled by Strong Supplier Base
Robot sales in North America reached a record $2B in 2021 driven by urgent manufacturing challenges such as labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and more. The U.S. robotics industry has proven exceptional at meeting demand according to report from HowToRobot, Gain & Co and The Association for Advancing Automation (A3).
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Robotics group launches in the US with Barack Obama’s former assistant defense secretary
Robotics group launches in the US with Barack Obama’s former assistant defense secretary In a move to mitigate global risks to the US manufacturing sector, former assistant secretary of defense Hon. Andy Weber joins fast-growing global company group in robotics, Gain & Co and HowToRobot, as they set up office in the U.S. 2021 set
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How automated is the automotive industry?
How automated is the automotive industry? According to the International Federation of Robots (IFR), the automotive industry was the largest user of robots worldwide in 2020. In fact, 28% of all robot installations happen in the automotive sector. However, is the high volume of robots being reported giving a distorted impression of how automated the
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The impact of automation on the food and beverage industry
The impact of automation on the food and beverage industry Types of automation Automation is not new to the food and beverage industry. A type of automation, known as process automation, is common in production facilities all over the world. These solutions normally come in the shape of advanced machines that have an automation aspect to them. These machines are typically manned by staff, who feed it
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Thinking outside the box? What about looking at the box first?
Thinking outside the box? What about looking at the box first? By Elvira Martos-Barrios|19. October 2021 Fourpure Brewing Co., a London-based craft brewery that’s part of leading beverages company Lion Little World Beverages., saw its demand double in 2020. While this was a cause for celebration, it also triggered concerns about the effect that doubling production would have on their employees’ working hours and conditions. It was this dilemma that
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Gain & Co concludes largest hospital tender for self-driving robots in Denmark
Gain & Co concludes largest hospital tender for self-driving robots in Denmark PRESS RELEASE: 35 mobile robots will soon start transporting medical equipment, food, linen, and other goods around Zealand University Hospital – 100 % autonomously. A big milestone has been reached in one of the most prestigious logistics projects at a Danish hospital. Zealand
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Will your cleaning robot end up in the pond?
Will your cleaning robot end up in the pond? More organizations look for automated cleaning and disinfection solutions to combat Covid-19. To make sure the investment pays off, they need a plan addressing the technical and organizational challenges. Many leaders today face a huge challenge of keeping workplaces safe in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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7 Proven Steps for Planning Automation Projects
7 Proven Steps for Planning Automation Projects Automation technology holds great potential for companies challenged by the increased global competition and demographic development. But how is this potential realized? Here are seven proven steps to help you successfully plan and execute automation projects in your organization. Planning a successful automation project from start to finish
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Automation initiatives fail when we forget our employees
Automation Initiatives Fail When We Forget our Employees By Elías Lundström In many organizations, automation initiatives are met with skepticism, little support, and sometimes even sabotage. Addressing the people side of robot implementation is crucial for the success of such initiatives – but we barely talk about it There are two reasons why implementing physical robots
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Have you incorporated robots and automation into your business strategy?
Have You Incorporated Robots and Automation Into Your Business Strategy? By Elías Lundström For many companies, robots and automation are becoming still more important tools for reaching strategic business goals. Now is a good time to ask yourself: Have you incorporated robots into your business strategy? Have your competitors? Where are they in 3-5 years? Increased
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