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…conversation, the panelists touched on reshoring in the U.S., and potential labor shortages facing the U.S. as robotics adoption lags. Dual-use and deployment stories The afternoon sessions at Robotics Invest 2026 focused on dual-use robotics and deployment stories. On the dual-use front, panelists discussed threading the needle with commercial and defense robotics. Dual-use panelists included: Rylan Hamilton, co-founder & CEO…
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February 2026 Robotics Recap
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…to address workforce shortages, manage reshoring initiatives and boost productivity.” While automotive component orders remained below 2024 levels, A3 said that activity from automotive OEMs showed meaningful improvement. This uptick from major vehicle manufacturers may signal stabilization in core automotive markets heading into 2026. Strong Q4 finishes 2025 Download the Mobile robots for the supply chain Special Focus Issue today…
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…in response to labor constraints, reshoring initiatives and rising operational complexity. “Manufacturing is entering a new phase where autonomy will be a decisive advantage,” said Morgan Samet, managing partner & co-head of Lingotto Innovation. “RobCo stands out because it brings Physical AI into real production environments, combining proven deployment today with a clear, step-by-step path toward higher autonomy - allowing…
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…a core enabler of the reshoring movement. “Manufacturers no longer want automation that requires deep expertise and long commissioning cycles,” said Etienne Lacroix, founder and CEO of Vention. “They want automation that works as intuitively and reliably as modern software. Physical AI is allowing us to deliver exactly that.” Physical AI at the core of next-generation automation Vention said it…
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…of American industry, including productivity, reshoring, upskilling and increased automation to address workforce challenges and enhance global competitiveness. This facility expands Teradyne Robotics’ presence in the Detroit area, creating over 200 jobs over the coming years and an all-new robotics technology hub supporting advanced manufacturing in Michigan, the Midwest and throughout America. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer praised the news in…
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…61% saying that onshoring or reshoring of production was a factor driving their automation plans. The research found that the automation revolution is well underway. Nearly half of businesses (47%) are already using some form of AI-powered automation, and 94% have at least partly integrated their physical and digital systems, connecting factory machines to computers for tasks like monitoring production.…
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…executive order on robotics sometime in 2026. As the administration continues reshoring efforts, industry leaders have implored U.S. leadership to adopt a national strategy – China, Japan, Singapore, Germany and Australia already have a strategy in place – to compete on the global robotics stage.
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…could potentially affect U.S. manufacturing reshoring efforts. Tariffs take on robotics The U.S. has imposed tariffs on numerous countries and industries, but robotics, automation and industrial machinery have largely gone untouched. Bloomberg reported that the inquiries began on Sept. 2, and that under federal law, the U.S. Department of Commerce has 270 days to deliver its policy recommendations. Jeff Burnstein,…
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…and a renewed focus on reshoring manufacturing intensify the need for more affordable, efficient approaches to automation. RobCo research sees automation acceleration in U.S. New research from RobCo found that 61% of American industrial companies are accelerating their automation initiatives amid the nation’s focus on boosting U.S. manufacturing capabilities, while almost all (95%) plan to add new automation offerings in…
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…navigating a convergence of pressures; reshoring, labor shortages, limited floorspace and increasingly complex product lines driven by shifting consumer demands,” said Mike Christman, CEO of Scott Technology. “AccuTable was purpose-built for this reality. It gives producers the flexibility to adapt, the efficiency to scale and the intelligence to futureproof their end-of-line - not just for today’s challenges, but for tomorrow’s…
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…(+8%), reflecting broader trends like reshoring, labor shortages and the push for greater operational efficiency. Life sciences and electronics drive Q2 growth In Q2 alone, data from the A3 report found companies ordered 8,571 robots worth $513 million, marking a 9.0% increase in units over Q2 2024. Life sciences/pharma/biomed posted the strongest sector growth in the quarter (+22%), followed by…
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…it is buoyed by U.S. reshoring initiatives and the growing potential of Latin America. The long-term view for the EMEA region is not as positive, with the industrial robot market projected to grow at a slower CAGR compared to the other two regions over the next five years. Nevertheless, it will continue to be the second-largest market for industrial robots.…
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…it is needed, fully supporting reshoring initiatives and sustainable manufacturing models. This ability will subsequently allow manufacturers to optimize material usage, reduce waste, and enhance overall production efficiency in alignment with the market’s growing demand for sustainable, low-impact systems. “Comau’s strategy of entering new market sectors to meet the increasing demand for advanced manufacturing technologies is being accelerated through a…
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…face pressures from labor shortages, reshoring strategies and digital transformation goals, robotics remains a key part of how manufacturers adapt and remain competitive. “Automation is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity for competitive manufacturing,” Shikany said. “The record-setting interest we are seeing for Automate 2025 in Detroit underscores the urgency with which companies across sectors are looking to integrate…
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