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The Industrial Automation Technology Exhibition

The Industrial Automation Technology Exhibition

Industrial automation components and solutions provider OEM Automatic has announced the launch of IATECH, an event taking place in Leicester on 23 October, which aims to provide a platform for industry professionals to connect and innovate.

Setting a new path for sustainability with robots

Setting a new path for sustainability with robots

Growing awareness of the impact of manufacturing on the environment is encouraging companies to apply technology to make their production processes more sustainable. Julian Ware, Sales Manager for ABB Robotics in the UK and Ireland, explains how the introduction of robotic automation is enabling companies to re-imagine their processes to minimise waste.

The rise of modular robots and the importance of drive train design

The rise of modular robots and the importance of drive train design

For lightweight robots, modular designs are increasingly popular, thanks to the flexibility they offer to specialised tasks. Modular robots are also enhancing the potential for system integrators and end users to develop their own designs. As part of an in-house robot build, optimising the drive train that powers and controls each joint is vital to the robot’s performance.

Innovating beyond age: How AI could aid an ageing workforce

Innovating beyond age: How AI could aid an ageing workforce

A recent report by The Royal Society of Motorists revealed that 75 percent of manufacturers are worried about an ageing workforce. This concern extends beyond the automotive sector, affecting field services across various manufacturing disciplines where the workforce is nearing retirement. This trend signifies a looming loss of valuable expertise and knowledge. Could generative AI be the solution?

How AI and robotics are defining the future of manufacturing

How AI and robotics are defining the future of manufacturing

The growth opportunities for artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics in manufacturing are vast and projected to reach $182 billion globally by 2027. Companies that fail to adopt these exponentially advancing technologies as part of their processes risk falling behind, as smart factories powered by intelligent machines become the norm.

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