As we move toward a new normal, robots may play a big role in helping businesses recover in the post-COVID world. Three automation experts weigh in on these trends and how COVID-19 is impacting key industry segments.
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October 21, 2020
Worldwide sales from electronic circuit component exports by country totaled US$ 720.5 billion in 2019.
Overall, the value of electronic circuit component exports increased by an average 41.9% for all exporting countries since 2015 when electronic circuit component shipments were valued at $507.7 billion. The year-over-year uptick was 1.8% from 2018 to 2019.
September 16, 2020
Both energy and non-energy commodity prices continued to surge in August, rising 5,3% and 4%, respectively.
September 15, 2020
The supply chain wouldn't be able to function without the trucking industry. As crucial as this sector is, it faces some substantial challenges as shipments grow and market demands shift. Trucking is ripe for disruption, and technology like Internet of Things (IoT) devices and robotics are leading the charge.
September 15, 2020
Global sales for copper ore exports by country totaled US$57.9 billion in 2019. That dollar amount reflects a 27.4% increase since 2015 but a -8.4% decline from 2018 to 2019.
August 25, 2020
Energy prices rose 6,1% in July, following spikes of 24,7% in June and 32,2% in May.
August 24, 2020
The manufacturing industry has been at the forefront of automation for as long as robotics have been around. Before the first industrial robots moved onto factory floors, manufacturers were already experienced in finding ways to get more done in less time. Now, with robots everywhere, they're still finding new applications and benefits of automation.