Items Tagged with 'robotics'

By 2025, automation technologies such as AI-driven inspection systems and autonomous robots are essential for manufacturers, enhancing productivity and quality assurance through precision and intelligent decision-making.

EZ Automation Systems’ AI-driven inspection and robotic vision technologies.

Automakers are embracing automated bin-picking to overcome manufacturing challenges, leveraging cutting-edge vision-guided robotics to boost efficiency in their processes.

ABB Robotics’ third Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey, in partnership with the leading publication Automotive Manufacturing Solutions, has highlighted how moving to the “Smart Factory” is viewed as a critical next step by global manufacturers and major suppliers.

Unplanned downtime challenges manufacturers, but AI-powered predictive maintenance helps predict failures and reduce costs. A Deloitte study shows that 86% of executives view intelligent factory technologies as crucial for future competitiveness.

Manufacturers are turning to automation amid a labor shortage, with 67% of U.S. companies unable to attract talent and 622,000 job openings as of January 2024. In Europe, 75% of employers face similar challenges. The push for reshoring and tariffs intensifies the demand for automation.

The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) announced the promotion of Alex Shikany to executive vice president.

The manufacturing industry is evolving due to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, significantly impacting job outlooks, as highlighted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This article will explore quality trends and provide guidance for future changes.

Manufacturing is evolving through Industry 4.0, advanced robotics, and additive manufacturing, enhancing efficiency, customization, and rapid prototyping while posing challenges around employment and data security.

A3 President Jeff Burnstein shares insights on the growing automation trend, highlighting advancements in humanoid robots and autonomous mobile technologies aimed at enhancing productivity and safety across industries.