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The top five essential automation trends for 2023

The top five essential automation trends for 2023

Here, Fernando Colás, CEO of OMRON Industrial Automation Europe, explores the main trends that are set to shape industrial automation in 2023 – and beyond.

Why the UK should follow the EU’s solar energy plan

Why the UK should follow the EU’s solar energy plan

After COP27, Mary Robinson, Chair of the Elders Group, said that the world remains on the brink of climate catastrophe and progress made on cutting emissions has been too slow. As the UK watches the aftermath of this summit, all eyes are on Rishi Sunak’s cabinet to ensure the UK increases its efforts to reach net zero.

How PEI-Genesis’ three pillars gave it the operational certainty to navigate stormy market waters

How PEI-Genesis’ three pillars gave it the operational certainty to navigate stormy market waters

Like everyone, manufacturers globally face challenges caused by global issues such as coronavirus, Brexit and the war in Ukraine. However, despite the troubling times, manufacturers can protect themselves and provide certainty for customers by focusing on the things that are in their control, instead of worrying about geopolitical issues beyond their control.

Robots: Cheaper than you think?

Robots: Cheaper than you think?

One major concern is the upfront cost, but did you know that a dispensing robot can cost less than a new car? Here, Peter Swanson, Managing Director of Intertronics, explains how robotics and automation can support dispensing processes, discusses the costs and identifies opportunities for a healthy return on investment (ROI).

Q&A: Why is new Earth-sized exoplanet discovery important?

Q&A: Why is new Earth-sized exoplanet discovery important?

Astronomers have recently discovered an Earth-sized exoplanet outside of the solar system. Here, exoplanet expert Joey Rodriguez explains why this is a big deal.

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