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8 noteworthy robotics acquisitions of 2023

Robotics Business Review

Below are eight robotics acquisitions, in chronological order, that stood out to us in 2023. Its preliminary view is the acquisition may restrict competition in the market for robot vacuum cleaners. Berkshire Grey produces a variety of robots that address use cases in retail, eCommerce, grocery, 3PL, and package handling companies.

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Top 5 robotics trends for 2024, according to the IFR

Robotics Business Review

Source: IFR The International Federation of Robotics, or IFR, today listed its picks for the top five global robotics trends of this year. The IFR noted that the stock of operational robots around the world attained a new record of about 3.9 The average robot density, or number of robots per 10,000 human workers, rose to 151.

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International Federation of Robotics shares top robotics trends for 2024

Automation Mag

The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has shared a press statement outlining the top global robotics trends for 2024. The stock of operational robots around the globe hit a new record of about 3.9 Workers will no longer need specialized programming skills to select and adjust the robot’s actions, shares IFR.

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IFR reports the top five trends of 2024 robotics

Manufacturer's Monthly

The global stock of operational robots has reached a new record of 3.9 The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) reports the top five automation trends shaping the robotics. The demand for robotics technologies is driven by the number of innovations being developed. million units. in machine downtime costs.

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ABB Robot Ensures Precise Laser Welding for Chemical Vessel Production

i4.0 today

A highly flexible ABB robot is helping a major UK chemicals company produce accurate laser welds on chemical production equipment. The end user was keen to solve logistical challenges by bringing the welding of the product in house from a European sub-contractor. seconds for a four-meter length.

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Demand for Robot Vision System is Anticipated to Reach US$ 7,236.2 Million by 2033

i4.0 today

The global robot vision system market is likely at US$ 2,690.4 In order to improve job efficiency and replace human labour, the market for robots is rising and is anticipated to rise more during the coming year. Key Takeaways from Market Study The global robot vision system market is projected to reach the valuation US$ 7,236.2

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FANUC UK’s hottest automation trends for 2024

i4.0 today

Could 2024 be the year that UK manufacturers finally embrace robotics? After trailing behind our international counterparts for years, the UK is now starting to catch up when it comes to the installation of industrial robotics. Offering more tools and more features, it will provide an increase in both flexibility and productivity.”