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Businesses are constantly seeking ways to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and stay competitive. Robotic automation is emerging as a key investment that can help manufacturers achieve these goals. However, deciding whether automation is the right move for your operation requires a thorough understanding of its potential benefits and a well-constructed justification process. Why Consider Robotic Automation?Traditionally, the primary drivers for automation were reducing labor costs and str …

In the rapidly evolving landscape of industrial automation, collaborative robots, or cobots, are emerging as game-changers, especially when integrated with advanced AI technologies. These AI-powered cobots are not only transforming workplaces by taking on cognitively demanding tasks and working alongside humans but are also making automation more accessible and cost-effective.According to a survey conducted by Universal Robots, AI and machine learning are regarded as the most important technolog …

Are you still convinced that traditional robots are the best solution for handling heavy payload production needs? Cobots, such as those from Universal Robots (UR), are designed to work alongside human workers, tackling tasks that are often dull, dirty, and dangerous that few workers want to do themselves. They can now manage heavy payload capacities of up to 66 lbs and can even be redeployed to other tasks when needed.Simple Programming and DeploymentTraditional robots often come …

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 …

Automated palletizing refers to the use of robots or machines to stack and organize products or materials onto pallets, which can then be transported easily. This process is faster and more efficient than manual palletizing, as it requires less labor and can be done more accurately and quickly.Cobot palletizing, which involves the use of collaborative robots (cobots) to stack products on pallets, offers several benefits, including: Increased efficiency: Cobot palletizing is much faster tha …