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Evolving consumer preferences are driving escalating demand for highly durable products with improved aesthetics. As a result, the use of optimized industrial coatings is seeing an uptick, enhancing product performance and accommodating environmental standards. From electronics, aerospace and marine, to mining, automotive and others, a number of markets are seeing the value of high-performance paint and coating options. Read More

High-performance welding robots provide fast, agile and reliable functionality to adapt to labor shortages, production inefficiencies, pressing market demands and more. However, the level of automation efficiency achieved typically relies on multiple factors beyond implementing an extremely flexible high-speed robotic arm. Read More

Stressed supply chains, slow product throughput, poor part quality and scarce worker availability are issues plaguing manufacturers today. Sadly, these concerns often lead to low employee morale and sub-par competitive edge. For a growing number companies, highly reliable and efficient robots are helping tackle these tough challenges, optimizing operations and helping manufacturers survive the new industrial landscape. Read More

Stark predictions for labor deficits continue, prompting a greater need for workforce development. The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute reports that 4.6 million manufacturing jobs will need to be filled in the United States over the next decade, with the prospect of 2.4 million of those going unfulfilled due to lack of training, including jobs for robotics and mechatronics. Read More

The potential presence of pathogens and contaminants in the workplace is always something to take seriously. With this in mind, food manufacturers and suppliers in today’s Covid-19 landscape are often focused on addressing two key questions: 1) How do we keep our population safe from food borne illnesses? and 2) How do we keep food production workers safe in times of social distancing? Read More