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Robots unlock growth for a wider range of users

Julian Ware, UK & Ireland Sales Manager for ABB Robotics, explains how recent developments in robotics are helping automation tackle new applications for a wider range of users.

03/12/2024 10:46:16

Faced with a continuing labour squeeze and the need to boost productivity in a sustainable way, manufacturers and distribution companies are increasingly turning to automation for answers.

The most recent World Robotics Report from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) highlights a global increase in the rate of robot adoption. 553,052 industrial robot installations were recorded in factories around the world in 2023 – up five percent from 2022. What’s more, the IFR predicted that new installations would top 600,000 in 2024.

Developments such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine vision are key drivers in this shift, paving the way for deployments in an expanded range of applications.

Read the full article in DPA's December 2024 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.