Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 32.92
December 30, 2022
…you to all the loyal and new readers of Robotics 24/7. When Peerless Media launched this site nearly two years ago, we wanted to share the latest applications of commercial and industrial robotics. Our growing audience has told us that we're doing something right! In 2022, the sheer amount of robotics developments made sites like ours a necessity for end users, systems integrators, suppliers, investors, and developers. To help keep up with all of this, I'm grateful to Cesareo Contreras, who came aboard as associate editor early in 2022 and who has applied his reporting experience in several of the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 32.61
June 10, 2021
The International Federation of Robotics yesterday announced that ABB Robotics' PixelPaint technology won the 2021 “Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Robotics & Automation” (IERA). ABB said PixelPaint increases efficiency in car painting and eliminates the need for overspraying, benefitting the environment. “The jury is pleased to honor ABB’s PixelPaint technology, with the 17th IERA Award,” stated Rob Ambrose, jury chair. “The innovative solution for automated car painting combines more flexibility and customization with reduced wasted paint for the well-being of the environment.” The IERA Award highlights and honors the achievements of innovators with value-creating ideas and entrepreneurs who propel…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 32.13
January 20, 2022
…sights on becoming the biggest innovator and producer of robotics, reported the International Federation of Robotics today. “China is by far the biggest robot market in the world regarding annual sales and the operational stock,” said Milton Guerry, president of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “IFR's robot density statistic is a useful indicator of China's dynamic developments, counting the number of industrial robots per 10,000 employees. China´s robot density in the manufacturing industry currently ranks ninth globally (246 units), compared to 25th (49 units) just five years ago.” China's latest five-year plan for the robotics industry, released by the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.97
December 14, 2021
…around the world has continued to accelerate, said the International Federation of Robotics today. The average robot density is now 126 robots per 10,000 employees in manufacturing – nearly double the number of 66 units in 2015, according to the “2021 World Robot Report.” By regions, the average robot density in Asia/Australia is 134 units, in Europe 123 units, and in the Americas 111 units. The top five most automated countries in the world are South Korea, Singapore, Japan, Germany, and Sweden, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “Robot density is the barometer to track the degree of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.65
June 05, 2021
…over the same period last year. In addition, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) released updated figures on robotics usage and the research and development strategies of leading nations. For the past few years, autonomous vehicles have led investments nearly every month. May 2021 was an exception, with transportation, including self-driving cars and trucks, raising about $670 million. Robotics components, software, and artificial intelligence, as well as sensors for autonomous vehicles, received more than $220 million in funding in May 2021. Companies providing automation for supply chain, logistics, and warehouse operations were involved in more than $157 million worth of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.46
October 13, 2022
The International Federation of Robotics’ World Robotics Report found that an all-time high of 517,385 new industrial robots were installed in 2021 in factories around the world. This represents a growth rate of 31% year-over-year and exceeds the pre-pandemic record of robot installations in 2018 by 22%. Today, the stock of operational robots around the globe hits a new record of about 3.5 million units. “The use of robotics and automation is growing at a breathtaking speed,” said Marina Bill, president of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “Within six years, annual robot installations more than doubled. According to our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.41
November 07, 2023
The “Service Robotics Market, Volume, Size, Global Forecast 2023-2030, Industry Trends, Growth, Share, Outlook, Impact of Inflation, Opportunity Company Analysis” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com. The global service robotics market is set for substantial growth, with an anticipated value of US$ 187.33 billion by 2030, according to this report, reaching a CAGR of 36.15%. The market valuation in 2022 was $15.87 billion. According to the report, as businesses and organizations grapple with rapidly changing consumer trends and various external factors such as labor shortages, trade issues, and supply chain disruptions, many are turning to cutting-edge technologies like service robots…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.37
May 24, 2023
DETROIT—In 2022, the North American robotics market showed strong growth, according to the International Federation of Robotics. Total installations in manufacturing rose by 12% and reached 41,624 units in 2022, it said yesterday. The No. 1 adopter of robotics is the automotive industry, said the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Companies based in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico installed 20,391 industrial robots—up 30% compared with 2021, said the IFR's preliminary results. “North America represents the second largest operational stock of industrial robots in the world after China,” stated Marina Bill, president of the IFR. “The United States, Canada, and Mexico…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.33
June 08, 2022
…with the first quarter of 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics. Revenue rose by 43% and reached a value of $664 million (U.S.). The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) said this follows a positive trend worldwide. Its preliminary data for 2021 showed that 486,700 industrial robots were installed globally, for a 27% increase year over year. “The [COVID-19] pandemic spurred the growth of robotics in the U.S.,” said Dr. Susanne Bieller, general secretary of the IFR. “The 'Big Quit' in response to working conditions has led to labor shortages particular to the U.S.” How does that compare with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.31
July 08, 2023
…6% year-on-year. Those are preliminary results presented by the International Federation of Robotics, or IFR. “The top five adopting countries within the EU are Germany, Italy, France, Spain and Poland,” said Marina Bill, president of the International Federation of Robotics. “They account for about 70% of all industrial robots installed within the EU in 2022.” Germany continues to be biggest robotics consumer Germany is by far the largest robot market in Europe: about 26,000 units (+3%) were installed in 2022. This was a share of 37% of total EU installations. Worldwide, the country had the fourth highest robot density, following…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.56
July 31, 2023
…it plans to establish a technology investment fund, introduce robotic services in healthcare facilities, and build the Suseo Robotics Cluster startup and venture hub. SMG said in a release that it plans to invest ₩202.9 billion (about $160 million U.S.) through 2026 in becoming a leader in the robot services industry. It said the Seoul Comprehensive Robotics Industry Development plan is partly intended to respond to the challenge of an aging population. South Korea has one of the world's lowest birth rates, and the average age of its population has increased, leading its central bank to warn of a potential…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.55
December 05, 2022
China’s massive investment in industrial robotics has put the country ahead of the United States for the first time in terms of robot density, according to The International Federation of Robotics, or IFR. The number of operational industrial robots relative to the number of workers hit 322 units per 10,000 employees in the manufacturing industry, IFR said. Today, China ranks in fifth place. The world´s top 5 most automated countries in manufacturing in 2021 are South Korea, Singapore, Japan, Germany, and China. “Robot density is a key indicator of automation adoption in the manufacturing industry around the world,” said Marina…
