Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.43
September 26, 2023
…pandemic, economic constraints, and geopolitical conflict, global adoption of robotics is continuing to grow. The new World Robotics 2023 Industrial Robots and Service Robots report said that 553,052 industrial robots were installed in factories around the world in 2022 – a year-over-year growth rate of 5%. By region, 73% of all newly deployed robots were installed in Asia, 15% in Europe, and 10% in the Americas, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “The world record of 500,000 units was exceeded for the second year in succession,” stated Marina Bill, president of the IFR, in a release. “In 2023,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.43
October 19, 2018
…alongside people with no safety guarding. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), cobots are now the fastest growing segment of industrial automation, expected to jump ten-fold to 34% of all industrial robot sales by 2025. Universal Robots (UR) pioneered the market by selling the first commercially viable cobot in 2008 and now has a 60% global share of the cobot market. Earlier this year, UR announced the sale of its 25,000th cobot. This NYSE bell ringing celebrates the five-year anniversary of ROBO Global, the first-ever robotics, automation and AI index. Launched in October 2013, ROBO invests in more…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.41
July 28, 2022
…ROBOCON, Dreame Technology has established a new Dreame Technology Robotics Innovation Fund. Founded in 2017 in Shanghai, Dreame Technology makes smart home cleaning appliances. Yu Hao, CEO and founder of Dreame Technology, said the company was partnering with ROBOCON “to support outstanding students in their scientific and technological innovations.” The first ROBOCON took place in 2002 and was started by the Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union, according to ROBOCON's website. “In the competition[,] robots compete to complete a task within a set period of time,” reads an excerpt on the organization’s website. “The contest aims to create friendship among young people…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 30.04
March 23, 2017
…the world to quickly survey the industry’s array of robotics, machine vision and motion control solutions,” said Jeff Burnstein, A3 president. “These technologies and solutions can provide manufacturers and service providers the competitive boost needed to win in the global marketplace.” Automate 2017 will showcase solutions including the fast-growing segment of collaborative robots that are designed for safe, collaborative use alongside human workers. The relatively new segment of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) will also demonstrate the ability to drive material transportation efficiencies for smart factory/Industry 4.0 efforts. The show will highlight a full array of the latest industrial robots, innovative…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 29.78
April 03, 2019
…to better compete in the global market. “Automation and robotics are rapidly transforming workflow in areas such as warehousing and distribution, electronics assembly, automotive, and food and beverage, resulting in significant growth and not just for large, multinational companies,” said Jeff Burnstein, president of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), the show’s organizer. “We see strong growth within small and medium-sized companies, many of whom are attending Automate this year to learn how the latest innovations can solve their real-world challenges and help them be more competitive on a global scale.” According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) World…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 29.42
March 24, 2023
The International Federation of Robotics has released a new report noting that the automotive industry has the largest number of robots working in factories around the world. Operational stock hit a new record of about a million units in 2021, according to IFR. “The automotive industry effectively invented automated manufacturing,” said Marina Bill, president of the IFR. “Today, robots are playing a vital role in enabling this industry’s transition from combustion engines to electric power. Robotic automation helps car manufacturers manage the wholesale changes to long-established manufacturing methods and technologies.” China’s robot density is growing fast In the Republic of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.55
September 25, 2023
The energy sector plays a key role in Norway's robotics and automation industry. Investments in renewable sources could boost demand for automation, according to a recent market report from HowToRobot.com and the Norwegian Society of Electric and Automatic Control, or NFEA. “The Norway findings underscore a global shift: Robots and automation aren't limited to manufacturing anymore,” stated Søren Peters, CEO of HowToRobot. “Often, they align with sectors that hold significant economic weight in their respective markets, like energy in Norway.” Founded in 2020, HowToRobot.com is a global marketplace to connect buyers with automation suppliers. The Copenhagen, Denmark-based company, which has…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.41
June 07, 2022
…Automate 2022 here today, industry leaders will discuss how robotics and automation are transforming the North American economy in an executive roundtable co-sponsored by the International Federation of Robotics and the Association for Advancing Automation. The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has sponsored executive at Automate since 2011. The organization said it expects an invested audience as Automate returns to an in-person show for the first time since 2019. “Manufacturers and business leaders alike consistently flock to Automate to learn about the latest innovations to help them improve their businesses,” stated Milton Guerry, president of the IFR. “With the list…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.19
January 12, 2023
Countries around the world are investing in robotics to support their economies. What research and development programs are governments in Asia, Europe, and U.S. funding today? The International Federation of Robotics, or IFR, today published its research in the 2023 update of “World Robotics R&D Programs.” “The third version of 'World Robotics R&D Programs' covers the latest funding developments including updates in 2022,” stated Jong-Oh Park, vice chairman of the IFR Research Committee and a member of the organization's executive board. The study found that that the most advanced nations in terms of annual installations of industrial robots—China, Japan, the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.15
November 30, 2022
…and effort on internal logistics, it said. Now, several robotics experts in the U.K. have come together to show how British manufacturing can become more competitive through the automation of manual tasks. With more than 49,500 units sold worldwide in 2021, mobile robot solutions are becoming more established in transportation and logistics and sales of AMR and AGV increased 45% from 2020 to 2021. However, most of the robots were mainly shipped to other countries than the U.K. 10 Advantages of Mobile Robots Direct labor cost reduction Avoid workforce shortages Avoid mistakes Improve traceability and inventory accuracy Layout freedom Modularity…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.03
June 08, 2023
ABB today officially opened its Robotics Packaging and Logistics Headquarters in Alpharetta, Ga., north of Atlanta. The new facility will develop next-generation artificial intelligence and robotics to help U.S. customers remain competitive, said the company. “We are delighted to open our new Robotics Packaging and Logistics Headquarters in Greater Atlanta, home to some of the world’s largest packaging and logistics companies,” stated Sami Atiya, president of ABB's Robotics and Discrete Automation division, in a press release. “With global megatrends including direct-to-consumer commerce and labor shortages driving demand for robots as companies look to move their operations closer to home, there…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 27.36
June 20, 2018
…tooling companies to facilitate the ongoing growth of collaborative robotics, an industry expected to reach $8.5 billion by 2025. The new company combines U.S.-based Perception Robotics, Hungary-based OptoForce, and Denmark-based On Robot to become OnRobot, which will drive innovation and ease-of-use for robotic end-of-arm tooling. OnRobot’s headquarters will be located in Denmark under Iversen’s management, and the three entities will continue their individual operations and development as well. In addition, OnRobot’s global network of distributors will have access to local sales support, technical assistance and product training from the company’s regional offices in Germany, China, U.S., Malaysia, and Hungary, with…
