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From Europe to Asia: Global Trends, Supply Chains and the Role of Used Industrial Robots

i4.0 today

Pandemic-induced supply chain bottlenecks for established manufacturers are leading to a slow clearing of full order books – one of the reasons why Chinese robot manufacturers are in higher demand than ever before. This dynamic has led even established international manufacturers to increasingly rely on the Chinese supply chain.

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Economy in Transition: Challenges and Opportunities for European Industry in 2024

i4.0 today

Looking ahead to 2024: a year full of challenges for the European economy, but also lucrative opportunities. In 2024, companies will continue to be confronted with the effects of global political tensions, which are reflected in economic uncertainties. The availability and cost of supplies and market stability will also suffer.

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Manufacturing, global economy: Mild 2024 recession

Control Engineering

Offset a mile recession in 2024 and depression in 2030 in part with manufacturing automation. Be prepared: Companies have the opportunity to pull ahead and improve automation and efficiency in operations and reduce supply chain bottlenecks. Learning Objectives. Manufacturing economy insights. CONSIDER THIS.

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Review: SMMT Global Trade Conference

SMMT

As supply chain bottlenecks ease, global trade is increasingly on the agenda for boosting automotive sales and the delivery of low emission technologies – but with automotive products subject to geopolitical, environmental and industrial policies, navigating business across multiple time zones is as complex as ever.

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Take Small Steps to Experience Big Gains with AI-based Solutions

Fabricating & Metal Work

Welcome to 2024 where the road to digital manufacturing, cybersecurity and AI is paved with endless possibilities. Digital solutions provide many advantages when addressing challenges such as labor constraints, supply chain bottlenecks, or time management in the design stages of production.

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Three fundamentals needed to rebuild Australia’s manufacturing sector

AU Manufacturing

It has become a top priority for manufacturers, with an IDC study showing that by the end of 2023, chronic worker shortages will prompt 60% of supply chain organisations to prioritise automation investments, resulting in productivity improvements of 20%. reduction in emissions intensity per year since 1990. .

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U.S. Economic Fundamentals Impacting Moldmaking

Mold Making Technology

The former was caused by the fiscal stimulus to the household sector, which led to the demand for goods outpacing the supply. The supply chain bottlenecks caused the upward price pressures of the latter due to the COVID-19 pandemic. in March — down from its 9.0% peak in June last year. In March, the GBI at 50.9