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Automation is not replacing the trades. It is upgrading them.
Robots, sensors, and AI systems are showing up across job sites and factories, but they still depend on skilled workers to install, program, and maintain them. Here are 10 automation trends reshaping what welders, electricians, and refrigeration techs do every day. [Read more…] about 10 Automation Trends Shaping Skilled Trades
Pudu Robotics, a provider of commercial service robotics, has announced a strategic partnership with Gom Schoonhouden, one of the Netherlands’ premier professional cleaning service providers.
The agreement, facilitated by Pudu’s regional partner Fulin Robot Technologie, marks the first deployment of the AI-Native Large Scrubber-Dryer Robot PUDU BG1 Series in Europe.
This milestone represents a significant step forward in the adoption of next-generation cleaning automation across the European market and builds on the long-standing collaboration between Gom Schoonhouden, Pudu Robotics, and Fulin Robot Technologie across multiple projects. [Read more…] about Pudu Robotics deploys AI-powered cleaning robot in Europe through partnership with Gom
Companies in industrial automation are experiencing AI’s impact on lengthy sales cycles. Customers expect immediate, technical responses and personalized recommendations, which can be challenging due to the complexity of products and traditional tools.
AI sales enablement addresses existing weaknesses by integrating them within a unified platform that encompasses data, insights, and automation. The following are the essential components that characterize AI sales enablement in the context of industrial automation. [Read more…] about What is AI Sales Enablement for Industrial Automation?
The Hidden Dependency in Automation Systems
Automation systems are designed for precision, consistency, and minimal human intervention. From autonomous robots navigating complex environments to logistics platforms optimizing delivery routes, these systems rely on constant data inputs to function effectively.
Sensors, cameras, and machine learning models often receive most of the attention, since they are seen as the core technologies behind automated decision-making.
Yet many automation systems still fail in ways that appear unpredictable. A delivery robot pauses unexpectedly. A drone reroutes inefficiently. A scheduling system miscalculates timing. In many cases, the root cause is neither mechanical nor algorithmic. It is environmentally friendly. [Read more…] about Why Automation Systems Fail Without Weather Intelligence
A new report from Eclipse Automation suggests that while factory automation is now widespread across North America, only a small proportion of manufacturers are achieving meaningful outcomes from their investments.
The study, based on a survey of more than 600 executives across the automotive, medical device, and consumer-industrial sectors, found that although up to 70 percent of US manufacturers and 60 percent of Canadian firms report using some form of automation, levels of maturity and performance vary significantly.
The findings point to a growing divide between companies that are successfully translating automation into measurable returns and those that are struggling to move beyond early-stage deployments. [Read more…] about Most manufacturers adopting automation, but few see real results, report finds
Dubai has long established itself as a city of superlatives, known for its rapid urban development and architectural marvels. However, a significant shift is currently under way beneath the skyline: the transition from being a primary importer of technology to a global developer of it.
This evolution is perhaps most visible in the fields of robotics and automation, where the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is no longer just an observer of global trends but a central architect of its own high-tech future. [Read more…] about The Desert Digitalises: How Dubai is Engineering a Global Hub for Robotics and Automation
In 1976, two engineers at Monsanto Corporation saw a problem on the plant floor that needed to be solved. Workers were manually handling heavy 55-gallon drums Their people were handling 400- to 500-pound drums and sustaining frequent injuries. So, the idea was simple. Build a modular palletizer that takes the lifting out of it.
The hydraulic palletizing system that followed used an overhead wiper with cam followers and a stripper plate to efficiently place drums onto pallets automatically placed from a dispenser. And on top of that, it paid for itself within a year or two. These workhorses could last 20 years or more – an obvious good ROI.
From this, the engineers saw a larger market. If Monsanto needed this solution, it was likely that every other manufacturer moving heavy products would need their variation of the solution, too. They quit their jobs and started a company with one fabricator in a garage. [Read more…] about PASCO Marks 50 Years in Industrial Automation
Teams talk about NLP – natural language processing – in test automation, yet many still ask what it truly means. They hear about tools that turn plain language into test scripts, but they want clear facts. This topic matters now because software teams face tight release cycles and constant change.
NLP in test automation means software uses natural language processing to turn human-written requirements or test steps into automated tests that machines can run.
It allows teams to write test cases in simple, everyday language instead of complex code. As a result, business analysts, testers, and developers can share the same test logic without deep programming skills. [Read more…] about What NLP in Test Automation Actually Means and Why it Matters Now
Agile Robots, a leading provider of AI-powered robotic solutions, has successfully acquired assets of thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering in Europe and North America.
Through the acquisition, the Munich-based company is strengthening its position in next-generation automation solutions and is tapping into new growth markets and close partnerships with leading OEMs. The acquisition had initially been announced in November 2025.
thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering will continue as Krause Automation as part of Agile Robots, reflecting its tradition as a leading provider of automated production systems. [Read more…] about Agile Robots closes acquisition of thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering
As automation becomes central to operations, organizations face growing pressure to demonstrate the value of internal systems like intranets. Reliable measurement of intranet Return On Investment (ROI) requires linking platform performance to automation outcomes and real operational results.
With automation scaling rapidly in many sectors, organizations are increasingly scrutinizing the ROI of their intranet investments. Internal communication and knowledge management become more complex as processes grow automated, raising the strategic profile of modern intranet systems.
In highly automated environments, intranet platforms are expected to actively support how work gets done. Organizations often rely on resources such as an intranet software comparison report to evaluate available solutions, compare features, and understand how different platforms align with business needs. [Read more…] about Measuring ROI from Intranet Investments as Organizations Scale Advanced Automation
