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What are Pick & Place Robots?

What are pick and place robots? Pick and place robots are commonly used in modern manufacturing environments. Pick and place automation speeds up the process of picking up parts or... Read more

Pick and Place Cobot Applications

Applications for Pick and Place Robots Pick-and-place robots are often used in manufacturing but are also used in applications such as packaging, bin picking, and inspection. Here’s a look at... Read more

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Cobots to Improve Productivity in Scotland

Can I Really Employ a Robot?   Most manufacturing companies have processes that are repetitive, time-consuming, costly, and, in some cases, dangerous. In today's climate, it is becoming more difficult... Read more

Can Labour Shortages be Solved by Cobots?

Can labour shortages be solved by Cobots - Collaborative Robots?   What is a Cobot? Universal Robots introduced the Collaborative Robot (Cobot) into the market as a commercially viable solution... Read more

Overcoming Automation Challenges in Manufacturing

Overcoming Automation Challenges in Manufacturing In general, it is fair to point out that most manufacturers, regardless of their industry, are finding it more and more difficult to remove costs... Read more

Benefits of Collaborative Robots

6 Benefits of Collaborative Robots (cobots)   Robots are moving from behind fixed and caged locations to workstations alongside human workers. Not to mention moving from heavy-duty industrial applications to... Read more

SP and Universal Robots sign up to new partnership

  On February 20, 2020, we were named the first and only Scottish distributor of Universal Robots' collaborative robots (cobots).   We have rebranded as SP Automation & Robotics whilst... Read more

Collaborative Robots & Automation: Everything You Need to Know

Collaborative Robots & Automation: Everything You Need to Know There are major changes in store for the manufacturing industry. Artificial intelligence and automation are advancing to the point where they can... Read more

What Determines the Cost of Custom-Built Automated Machinery in the Medical Industry?

McKinsey and Company reported in 2017 that automated machinery is projected to impact 60% of all occupations soon. McKinsey’s research also informed them that automation would be performing one-third of... Read more