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When people hear the word automation, they often picture a robot performing a single repetitive task behind safety fencing. While that image still exists, it no longer reflects how modern manufacturing leaders think about automation.  Read More

The factory of the future is not defined by the size of its robots, but by the flexibility of its systems. By integrating peripherals like tracks, gantries, and rotating bases, manufacturers can break free from the constraints of stationary automation and unlock entirely new levels of production capacity. Read More

As the transition to a more sustainable future continues, more Americans are discovering the advantages of electric vehicles. From limited maintenance to incredible torque and acceleration, EV’s are no longer just a “green” vehicle option, but an aspiration with broader appeal. With battery electric vehicles accounting for 70% of electric car sales, manufacturers are upgrading facilities to make them EV production-ready. Read More

Small- to medium-size manufacturers looking to optimize operations should consider how robotic automation can help their processes. From greater safety and productivity to substantial cost and labor savings, transformational benefits can be achieved in a relatively short payback period. Fabricators still unsure if robots will help their bottom line should especially consider the viability of small welding workcells. Read More

As the growth for fulfillment warehouses, ecommerce and third-party logistics skyrockets and unique customer demands evolve, companies are exploring dark warehouses – fully automated, “lights-out” facilities that use intelligent, interconnected devices to operate without human labor. Much in part to labor availability, cost-benefit analysis, technological advancements and more, the shift toward these facilities continues. Read More