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Robots in manufacturing

Graham Immerman Industry 4.0 / August 15, 2018

Manufacturing.net said, "A manufacturer that saves money on labor by using automation has two options. Lower product prices or generate more profit. Both outcomes can result in increased investment, higher demand and in turn, more opportunity for employment." That's a great way to put it! By embracing robots and Industry 4.0, you can actually increase employment. You can offer your employees better, safer jobs with a higher earning potential

Recommended Read Embracing Robots In ManufacturingSource: http://www.manufacturing.net

According to the World Robot Statistics, 74 robots per 10,000 employees is the world’s average robot density. The United States sits comfortably above this, at 189 robots per 10,000 employees. However, despite welcoming robotics to automotive production lines as early as the 1960s, the nation is still perceived as keeping automation at arm’s length. Read More

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