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I don’t know who needs to hear this but investing in robotics is not out of reach for small and midsize manufacturers. Advancements in technology have brought more flexible, affordable solutions that are now viable for nearly every company. As the article says, “as labor shortages persist and quality demands intensify, SMMs can no longer afford to remain on the sidelines.” Companies implementing this cutting-edge technology are not only combating labor challenges but also boosting productivity and safety. So, why aren’t your vehicles driving themselves yet? https://lnkd.in/gntQka9t $CYN #automation #robots #manufacturing

Automation has drastically transformed factory floors, the nature of employment, the quality of end products as well as the economics of the industry. The world is on the cusp of an innovative automation era and is rapidly evolving in terms of robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Read our blog to explore how automation is becoming an indispensable technology driver for growth https://bit.ly/3wFazBE #Automation #Manufacturing #AutomationInAutomation #BusinessAutomation #ManufacturingIndustry #OperationalEfficiency #DigitalTransformation #Industry40 #SmartManufacturing #BusinessGrowth #StreamliningProcesses #SupplyChain #WorkflowAutomation #Innovation #ManufacturingTech

Addverb, under the leadership of Nitin Rawat, General Manager of Production, utilises automation technologies, strategic partnerships, and continuous learning to enhance efficiency, scalability, and sustainability in manufacturing operations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d9iegEwC #Addverb #manufacturers #production #IIoT #AI #ML #strategic #interview #business #foryoupage #Automated #Digital #robotics #cobots #technology #industry #automation #productivity #oemupdate

Manufacturing Automation – Automating the wrong thing.   Only Automation that amplifies the worker increases productivity!   At all times, there are technological options that can automate a particular step or task in the process but before we proceed headlong to deploy it, we need to ask: “Is this automation increasing productivity or adding complexity and needless costs?”.   A rationalized, controlled and understood process can be performed manually, semi-automatically or fully automatically with appropriate consideration of the current state, and can be improved with some degree of next level automation. A simple test that may be applied as to the efficacy of the proposed automation is to ask the question:   “Does the automation meet the criteria of:   -        Allocating Power and Precision functions to the machine, while,   -        Allocating Perception and Dexterity functions to the worker?”   If the answer is YES, then more likely than not, the automation will deliver INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY!   If the answer is NO, then most likely than not, the automation will NOT deliver INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY and even worse, may trade manual operation challenges for automated shortfalls and reliability issues!   Further, if the answer is NO, then more likely than not, the automation is creating just as many FRICTION POINTS in the process as it’s solving.   Only Automation that amplifies the worker increases productivity! -- A post by Florian Palatini features an excellent example of the advantages of this approach by showcasing a truck unloading solution which eschews the fashionable, AI driven, Autonomous Robotics solutions laden with undeveloped technology and dripping with reliability and “Edge Case” exceptions. In this solution, the human operator is much more flexible and once unburdened from the Power and Precision requirements … much more PRODUCTIVE! Florian’s Post Here: https://lnkd.in/e_eTKR7s   -- “In addition, production rate reliability and repeatability will go up while operator skill levels required and operator fatigue levels will go down, leading to a safer and more profitable production line.”   --   Are you properly sizing your automation?   Your thoughts are appreciated and please share this post if you think your connections will find it of interest.   Leave a comment or connect with me to discuss how to strategically plan automation for enhanced productivity.   https://lnkd.in/ehsAQcMu #industry40 #cobots #ai #machinedesign #automation #manufacturing #productivity

As automation redefines the manufacturing landscape, palletizing stands out as a pivotal frontier. Yet, the journey toward full automation is dotted with challenges. How do we confront the perceived high costs of robot cell implementation or tackle workforce misconceptions about automation? And with an aging population and growing labor shortages, how does automation step in to alleviate these issues? Dive into this enlightening read that unearths the barriers and solutions to palletizing automation. Let's reimagine the future of manufacturing, one automated task at a time🤖🔧 https://lnkd.in/gmAd6fvr #palletizing #automation #manufacturing #innovation #futureofwork

Why did businesses automate in 2023? New data from HowToRobot.com shows the role of labour shortages, inflation, and employee well-being in automation decisions. Ongoing labour shortages in the manufacturing sector were among the leading drivers for business decisions to automate in 2023. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/esQQpEBx #manufacturing #robotics

Many of us have seen photos of and read stories about robots working on the production floor in factories, speeding up old-school assembly lines to build products more quickly. And while the robotics trend in manufacturing is continuing to grow, that’s not the only way technology (including artificial intelligence) and automation are impacting the industry. From enhancing worker safety to more efficiently moving goods and materials from point A to point B, automation is making its mark on the manufacturing industry, and tech experts expect even more changes and improvements in the near future. Below, 17 members of Forbes Technology Council discuss specific manufacturing tasks that are (or soon will be) handled more efficiently, safely and productively by technology and automation. #forbes #technology #council #manufacturing #industrial #automation #efficiency https://lnkd.in/dkzPB2Bd

Curious about the how automation will impact workers in the logistics space? This article dives into the fascinating realm where humans and robots seamlessly coexist to revolutionize the industry. Discover how automation is enhancing efficiency, improving safety, and unlocking endless possibilities in logistics ➡️ https://hubs.ly/Q01XzJ_D0 #automation #innovation #logistics #supplychain Fizyr

Automation is revolutionizing manufacturing. Robotics, smart factories, and cutting-edge technology are driving the operational efficiencies that companies are experiencing. These enhancements have great implications for today’s workforce who must adapt to the wave of change. #automation #manufacturing #smartfactories #executivesearch #workforcetransformation

McKinsey predicts that industrial businesses could spend 25% of their annual budgets on automation over the next five years. This represents a huge acceleration in the move to automation solutions. I’m not surprised: across key sectors, such as retail, manufacturing, logistics and healthcare, we’re seeing organisations look closely at how they can replace manual processes. There are many reasons for this, from a tight labour market and an increase in demand for products or services, to a desire to reduce costs. McKinsey also points out that two barriers impede the move to automation. The first is concerns over a lack of expertise in businesses, and the second is concern over job losses. We can help with these worries. Our automation solutions are designed to be easy to deploy, use and manage. Take our autonomous mobile robots for warehouses and manufacturing plants. A fleet can be installed inside 72 hours and associates take to working with them immediately. And when it comes to concerns over jobs, our customers are deploying AMRs to free their teams to focus on what they do best – creating, thinking and problem solving. The business case is very much built around augmenting and not replacing associates. https://lnkd.in/ez5AweGQ #mckinsey #automation #AMRs #robotics