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Robot sales in North America dip 6% in Q1

Robotics Business Review

economy, higher interest rates, and even the over-purchasing of robots in 2022 from supply chain concerns. “With advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and connectivity, we’re witnessing a paradigm shift that’s reshaping industries, driving productivity and unlocking new possibilities for growth. .

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2023 robot orders down 30% from 2022 in North America, according to A3

Robotics Business Review

economy, higher interest rates, and even the over-purchasing of robots in 2022 from supply chain concerns,” said Jeff Burnstein , president of A3, in a release. “While robot sales naturally ebb and flow, the return to more typical robot sales after the last two record years can likely be attributed to a few obvious issues: a slow U.S.

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PLASTICS Presents NPE2024 Education Sessions 

Mold Making Technology

NPE2024 is aiming to redefine the education experience for attendees through a new immersive learning journey on key topics in the plastics industry, such as workforce development, circularity and artificial intelligence (AI), among many others. thermoplastic alchemy, UV blockers, engineered thermoplastics and other topics.

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Make on-demand manufacturing easier and faster with RapidDirect

MEM

This may apply to clients who require bridging tooling while ramping up to high-volume production, who have experienced supply chain disruptions or whose demand for new or existing products is erratic or unexpected. How Does RapidDirect Affect Supply Chain? This is the best supply chain of the twenty-first century.

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Digital Transformation in Workspaces: SaaS Tools as an Effective Alternative

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

The market will continue to grow significantly in several industry verticals, including mid-size companies; banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI); healthcare; education; travel and hospitality; retail and consumer goods; and professional services firms. economic downturn and disrupted supply chains) are not helping.

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CynLr raises Series A funding to realize robot vision for ‘universal factory’

Robotics Business Review

. “These customers are now eager to integrate CyRo into their production lines and experiment the transformational vision of a universal factory that can profitably produce custom-fit consumer goods, even at low volumes.” ” The CyRo modular robot includes three robotic arms for complex manipulation tasks. million. -ft.

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Top trends in 2024: Experts share key automation trends for Canadian manufacturers in 2024

Automation Mag

As manufacturers plan for 2024, industrial automation continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, IoT (Internet of Things) and data analytics. Continued economic uncertainty and international conflicts make reliance on a smart supply chain our third manufacturing trend in 2024.