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Automation Project Lead Times

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A late automation project is no fun for anyone. If you have found your way to this article, the chances are that you have ordered an assembly machine or a... Read more

The Benefits of Machine Vision Automation

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There are many benefits of machine vision in automation. Machine vision inspection is widely recognised as a key technology for the automation of production lines. The adoption of inline inspection... Read more

Feeding & Handling Automation

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SP Automation integrates the latest technologies into our bespoke automated machines, including those for feeding & part handling. These include vibratory bowl feeders, which are used to feed small individual... Read more

The Top 5 Problems Vision Inspection Can Solve

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Challenging Your Vision Inspection Before we look at the top five problems that vision inspection can solve, it is worth pointing out that although vision systems can be great for... Read more

How Much Do Industrial Robots Cost?

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How Much Do Industrial Robots Cost? SP Automation & Robotics are frequently asked the price of robots by our customers. The prices of the robots depend on many factors, and... Read more

Automation & Robotics Exhibition 2019

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What are your takeaway expectations for the Robotics and Automation show?   "So another exhibition is coming along. Should I register, and what are the real motives for attending?"  ... Read more

Bespoke Machinery

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Custom Built An increasing number of companies are seeing a huge return on investment in using bespoke automated machinery that is custom-built and automated to suit their exact needs. Surprisingly,... Read more

Keyence – Automation & Robotics Exhibitors

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Keyence are confirmed as one of the exhibitors at the SP Technology Automation & Robotics Expo 2019. Founded in 1974, KEYENCE has since grown to become a key innovator and... Read more

Labour Shortages, Automation & Cobots

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The most prominent issue facing UK manufacturing today is the ongoing skills and labour shortage. This has been intensified over the past few years by the political turmoil around Brexit,... Read more

The Right Robot for the Job?

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The Right Robot for the Job? Alan Oakley Area Sales Manager - Scotland & Wales Kuka   Biography Alan has worked within the automation sector for many years, with nearly... Read more
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