Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.63
December 01, 2023
…2022. Based on data from the International Robotics Federation (IFR), the operational stock of industrial robots has tripled over the past decade, with almost four million robots in use across various industries by the end of 2022. According to the IFR, Asia leads the way in the shift to automated processes, with China in particular installing industrial robots at breakneck speed. In 2022, the country accounted for more than 50 percent of newly-installed industrial robots worldwide, quickly catching up with industry leaders South Korea and Japan, who had the highest density of robots installed per 10,000 workers in the manufacturing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.59
October 18, 2023
…a founding member of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), and it is a member of the CEOE (Spanish Confederation of Employers’ Organizations). Alex Salvador, AER Automation. Source: HowToRobot Spanish service robots are on the rise “While integrators in Spain mainly implement industrial robots manufactured abroad, the situation is different regarding service robots, particularly mobile robots,” said HowToRobot and AER Automation. Spain is home to a large and growing base of domestic suppliers producing and exporting mobile robots, according to the market report. It said that 25% of the robotics companies in Spain specialize in logistics and storage systems. Last…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.54
September 27, 2023
…past decade, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “Digitization, the acceleration of sustainable manufacturing, and the pandemic have all contributed to the increased demand for automation,” said ABB in a release. “Across industries, we see a dramatic increase in the digitalization of manufacturing as companies seek to increase the flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability of their operations in the face of changing consumer behaviors and long-term global skilled labor shortages,” stated Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics. “At ABB Robotics, we are enabling this shift with software products that businesses need to accelerate their growth in today’s fast-changing market.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.96
September 26, 2023
…the Americas, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). “The world record of 500,000 units was exceeded for the second year in succession,” stated Marina Bill, president of the IFR, in a release. “In 2023, the industrial robot market is expected to grow by 7% to more than 590,000 units worldwide.” Asia still leads the robotics world China is by far world's largest market, said the IFR. In 2022, annual installations of 290,258 units replaced the previous record of 2021 by growth of 5%. “This latest gain is remarkable since it even tops the 2021 result that was a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.61
September 25, 2023
…industry association member of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Robot applications grow in energy sector Inspection for quality control is a common application for automation in Norway's energy sector, said the market overview. The report also observed that 23% of the robotics companies in Norway supply systems for inspection and quality control, making it the second most-popular application by the number of suppliers. Some key growth areas for renewable energy in Norway include offshore wind, solar power, and the large-scale production of batteries for industrial use. The country's labor costs are among the highest in the world, so automation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.30
September 08, 2023
…by 12%, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). In the first half of this year, North American orders totaled 16,865 robots, down 29% in comparison with the same period last year, reported A3. Robotics 24/7 spoke with Jeff Burnstein, president of A3 and a 2023 Engelberger Award winner, to learn more about the current state of robotics and future prospects in manufacturing and other industries. Examining the Q2 decline Did the second-quarter results come as a surprise to you? Burnstein: Not at all. I tell people that I look at this from a 40-year lens, not a quarter-to-quarter…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.47
September 04, 2023
…Bieller, general secretary of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), in a release. “In fact, statistics from the EU say that three quarters of all companies across the EU have a problem attracting workers with the required skills.” Retiring baby boomers, immigration restrictions, and shifting expectations among younger workers have been a common refrain in developed economies, but robots are only part of the solution. The IFR and other industry advocates asserted that business, government, and academia should make retraining and reshoring higher priorities. Robots to augment and recruit workers According to a study last year by Veo Robotics, 57%…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 1.50
August 23, 2023
…the latest statistics from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) for 2022 point to a further growth in sales by 10 percent. These high growth rates will continue in the near future. Even if the cyclical developments in the two main customer sectors, the automotive and electronics sectors, lead to fluctuations in demand, both industries display a strong trend towards making more investments in robotic systems and production automation. In addition, the orders for robotics rise constantly in other segments of the plastics, pharmaceutical and food industries up to the metal and machine sector. Demand from Asia, especially China, will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.29
August 21, 2023
…robot density, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR)—do you expect that leadership to continue? Sharma: In South Korea, the application of robots extends beyond basic manufacturing industries. The market for service-oriented robots is expanding and diversifying across a wide range of sectors, including food preparation, serving, delivery, surgery, security, architecture, and even military applications. The share of service robotics in the domestic robot market grew by 12%, and the share of individual service robots increased by 16% in 2020. These service robots are equipped with advanced AI and autonomous driving technologies, enabling them to navigate obstacles and people…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.54
August 12, 2023
…still rising, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Maintenance With smart machines, industrial sensors, and full connectivity throughout the facility, maintenance managers and technicians can gain more insight than ever into the real-time performance, health, and status of machinery. Sensors and other condition monitoring tools can be aftermarket or integrated into the equipment, as with many newer machines. These devices provide ongoing data that can help detect the initial stages of potential failure modes, well before unplanned downtime occurs. This early detection strategy can help technicians to predict potential problems and choose low-impact times to diagnose them and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.92
August 11, 2023
…Robotics Report 2022 from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). That ongoing growth was driven by factors including labor shortages, reshoring initiatives, and rising e-commerce demand, said the IFR. A spinoff of the University of Washington, Olis Robotics claimed in a release that its Olis Connect system can significantly improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and address costly robot downtime. “Robot downtime can cost a large plant over $1 million per hour. When every minute counts, you need to leverage remote tools to react as quickly as possible, no matter where you are,” said Fredrik Ryden, CEO of Olis Robotics. “Our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.62
July 31, 2023
…of 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). The IFR credited the country's automotive and electronics industries as major users of automation, as well as direct governmental support of research and development. “Seoul plans to support the innovative growth of robotics industry by creating a robot-friendly environment and aims to increase public familiarity with robots by expanding the utilization of robot services across various domains,” stated SMG. It added that its strategy will promote the development of robots that “exhibit high growth potential and have a substantial impact on citizens’ lives.” This includes healthcare and social robots for…
