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for mobile robotics , automated depalletization , automated bin and piece picking solutions , and wearable robotic exoskeletons that help reduce muscle strain for the upper and lower back .
Automation challenges
Food and Pharmaceuticals are other segments in which automation must be advanced enough to handle the dynamic , sensitive , and unstructured environments in which they operate . Here , the need for precision , hygiene , and process flexibility necessitates a unique combination of highspeed robotics with cleanroom and / or IP68 and food grade materials certifications .
Collaborative robots , or cobots , are another route for companies looking to automate semi-manual processes . These robots easily fit into small spaces , operate safely and collaboratively alongside human workers , and do so cost-effectively . Rather than replacing human labor , cobots complement industrial automation lines , enhancing overall productivity .
Similarly , the push to incorporate sustainable and renewable energy sources is driving the need for innovative solutions for the installation of solar panels and the manufacturing of hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers . In all these cases , advanced automation helps lower costs , increase quality , and speed up deployment in these fields .
Yet the transition to automation in these sectors is not without unique challenges . Unlike the structured environments of automotive plants , emerging and nonautomotive industries deal with dynamic and often unpredictable conditions . Traditional robotics lack the necessary flexibility and versatility to handle such variability . And the significant shortage of skilled workers capable of managing advanced manufacturing and automation processes further complicates the situation . Not to forget that many of the companies in these sectors lack floorspace and require small footprints . They also tend to have little experience in automation , and need an easy-to-use and easy-to-implement solution that may also include operating alongside human workers .
Accelerate adoption
This is where Comau ’ s 50 + years of experience in industrial automation comes into play . With strong systems integration capabilities and a history of solving complex problems with innovative solutions , the company specializes in designing advanced automation systems that are highly flexible and scalable . This is crucial for industries like logistics , where batch production can vary significantly in volume and product mix . Comau ’ s vision for advanced automation is based on a shift from low mix , high volume automation to software-driven solutions that allow for greater flexibility and adaptability within unstructured environments .
The next generation of robotics must also be more sustainable and affordable than ever before . Even within the automotive industry , whose level of automation is among the highest in the world , there is a growing trend of reprogramming and re-using existing
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