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North American robot orders decline in 2023, A3 report finds

Automation Mag

These 2023 orders were divided almost equally among automotive (15,723 robots sold) and non-automotive companies (15,436 robots sold). There was a 34 percent drop in sales to automotive OEMs and automotive suppliers over 2022 and a 25 percent total decrease in all other industries.

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2023 robot orders down 30% from 2022 in North America, according to A3

Robotics Business Review

The organization said it expects the slowdown, particularly in automotive manufacturing, to continue until the second half of 2024. We’ve seen a slowdown in the manufacturing of electronic vehicles this year, along with fewer new distribution centers, both likely reducing the demand for robots,” he added.

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Robot sales reach record high in North America for third straight quarter

Control Engineering

For the third-straight quarter, robot sales in North America hit a record high, driven by a resurgence in sales to automotive companies and an ongoing need to manage increasing demand to automate logistics for e-commerce. Courtesy: Automate.

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US manufacturing sees expansion in July, says Feds

AU Manufacturing

The US manufacturing industry has shown growth beyond initial projections in July, according to a Reuters report citing the US Federal Reserve. . Motor vehicles and parts posted the largest gain within durable manufacturing, reporting a 6.6 Durable consumer goods advanced 3.5 per cent after the industry saw a 0.4

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MM Plastics acquires Micro Precision Plastics

Manufacturer's Monthly

MM Plastics announces its acquisition of Micro Precision Plastics (MPP), a venerable family-owned leader in Injection Moulding and Manufacturing. Going beyond manufacturing , MPP offers a comprehensive suite of value-added services, encompassing toolmaking, engineering, material selection, and product assembly.

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Autonomous Manufacturing: AMFG Receives $8.5 Million in Funding Led by Intel Capital

Additive Manufacturing

With this new funding, AMFG will continue to help companies scale their additive manufacturing processes, further solidifying AMFG’s position at the forefront of the autonomous manufacturing revolution. In particular, 3D printing technologies are rapidly permeating the manufacturing scene. These include expanding into the U.S

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CAE Software Enhances In-Depth Simulation Capability

Mold Making Technology

It finds widespread application across diverse industries, from automotive and electronics to consumer goods and medical devices, serving as a critical enabler in crafting high-performance molds. This not only saves time but reduces costly errors and material waste, contributing to a more sustainable manufacturing process.