Handling systems

Food handling and storage trends

A national labour shortage, climate change, and soaring costs are among some of the pressures facing the food handling and storage industry right now. These businesses, like many others, are turning to automated machinery to help them weather the storm. In this blog, we examine the trend towards automation and its potential outcomes.
PALpack

What makes a good robot manufacturer?

Like many industries, the automation marketplace is filled with suppliers all claiming to offer the highest quality products and the best value. So, how can you be confident that you're picking a supplier that will meet the needs of your business? In this blog, we look at what makes a good robot manufacturer so you can make a well-informed decision.
Industry news

European robotics demand rises

After a two-year decline, the demand for industrial robots in Europe has bounced back to reach an all-time high. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), 2021 was a record-breaking year for robot sales across the continent – and globally.   In this blog, we'll look at the figures in detail, and compare Europe with the rest of the world across industries.
Automation

Why use robots in manufacturing?

The use of robots in manufacturing globally has doubled in the last five years, but the UK is struggling to keep pace with this speed of growth. It's a worrying trend that could explain why some manufacturers are losing work to their overseas competitors. In this article, we look at how robots can give your business a leading edge.
Automation

AMR safety – do we need to be concerned?

More businesses than ever are using collaborative bots to help boost their productivity, but there is a natural apprehension that surrounds autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), as there is with any kind of machinery that works alongside people in a shared space. So, just how safe are they, and do we need to be concerned? In this blog, we look at how AMR safety is evolving to keep pace with the rapid uptake of autonomous machinery.