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The Labor Shortage Will Be With Us For A While: Demographics Are Destiny
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to various aspects of our lives, including the economy. One area that has been significantly affected is the manufacturing industry, which is now facing a labor shortage that may span generations. Here we explore the connection between the Census Bureau's population estimates, the impact of COVID-19 on fertility and mortality rates, and the potential consequences for the manufacturing labor force.The Demographic ShiftThe Census Bureau's
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Jun 6th 2023
3 Cobot Success Stories in Electronics Manufacturing
This week’s blog explores how UR cobots have emerged as a powerful resource for electronics manufacturers facing critical business pain points such as unexpected spikes in demand, skilled labor shortages, high mix/low volume production and lack of available floorspace in manufacturing facilities.When KOYO ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIES CO., LTD. experienced a surge in demand for its in-car touch panels, the manufacturer responded by reallocating workers away from manual post-production inspection tasks
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Apr 30th 2021