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

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The robotics industry is experiencing sustained growth worldwide, with China in the lead. 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.

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Automation Fair 2023: Four advances in future automation technologies for industries

Control Engineering

Expanding human possibility is how we should look at innovative technology applications for industrial use, explained Cyril Perducat, Rockwell Automation senior vice president and chief technology officer in the Nov. Supply chain volatility. Resources and sustainability for industry. Industrial resiliency.

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High Demand for Low-cost and 3D Camera Series Ensures Good Forecasts

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. “Our order books are well filled and are being worked through at record levels after the pandemic-related bottlenecks,” explains IDS Managing Director Alexander Lewinsky. “We have learned from the supply chain challenges of the past years, optimised production as well as adjusted our supply chains.

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

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Supply chains could also be interrupted or delayed, which could lead to bottlenecks in production and the fulfilment of customer orders. Such machines, including advanced industrial robots, are suitable for automation projects and help companies to optimise their production processes and reduce energy costs.

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Made Smarter Urges Manufacturers to Turn Pain into Empowerment with Digitalisation Plan

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While production is in full swing to meet demand for the festive season, makers across sectors are facing a multitude of challenges, including rising energy prices, supply chain disruption and labour shortages. For manufacturers the Christmas rush will highlight bottlenecks and other issues with their processes.

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AI’s revolutionary impact on industrial manufacturing

Control Engineering

We can improve throughput and eliminate the X-ray as a bottleneck by assessing which parts are at risk to fail and apply testing resources appropriately. Where testing is a bottleneck, this also increases overall throughput of the production line. director of industrial innovation at Intel , is passionate about AI.

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The 5 technology trends that are already transforming the industry

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It is clear that the application of the latest technologies is essential in the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0. To monitor, built-in sensors and RFID systems are used in products, devices, machinery or robots. Industry 4.0 – Eliminate bottlenecks. Its application to Industry 4.0