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21st February 2023 PALpack

Three ways automation can reduce workplace injuries

As manufacturers strive to maintain competitive advantage, many are investing in automation as a way of streamlining production and making it more cost-effective. But adding robotics into a production line doesn’t just improve efficiency, it brings other benefits too, by creating a safer work environment and reducing workplace injuries.

Automation

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7th February 2023 PALpack

First steps to automation: choosing the right equipment

The growth of robotics is bringing automation within reach of more and more businesses. As technology advances and costs drop, firms of all sizes are finding that robots are an accessible and affordable option that can bring real benefits to their operations.

23rd January 2023 PALpack

Automation in manufacturing: predictions for 2023

We’ve seen the use of robots grow significantly over recent years, as automation has made its way into almost every aspect of modern life. From AI-driven chatbots to automated vehicles, new technologies are evolving fast. So, as we head into 2023, we look at industry predictions from the world of robotics and consider what these may mean for businesses and manufacturing.

Finance Industry news

4th January 2023 PALpack

Last chance for super-deduction tax break on automation machinery

There are under three months left to take advantage of the UK government’s super-deduction tax break on automation machinery. Despite calls from industry leaders for the incentive to be extended, the Chancellor confirmed it will end as planned on March 31 2023, making this your last chance to qualify for the 130% capital allowance deduction.

Palletisers

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20th December 2022 PALpack

How installing a palletiser will impact your business

Palletising is the process of sorting, transferring and stacking packages onto a pallet and as the last phase of the production process, it’s critical to keep it moving. Therefore, it’s not surprising that more and more manufacturers are recognising the benefits of introducing automation at this point and interest in warehouse palletisers has increased significantly as a result.

Automation

14th December 2022 PALpack

Give your company the edge: three reasons to invest in automation

As manufacturers face growing customer demands, rising costs and squeezed margins, they’re increasingly searching for ways to improve their processes and set themselves apart from the competition.

Industry news

8th November 2022 PALpack

Global use of robots reaches all-time high – but UK lags behind

Half a million new robots were installed around the world last year – but only 2,054 of those were in the UK, according to the latest International Federation of Robots (IFR) World Robotics Report.

Palletisers

24th October 2022 PALpack

Gantry palletisers explained

A gantry palletiser is just one of several different types of palletiser available to manufacturers looking to automate their production line and help speed up the sorting, transferring and stacking of goods onto a pallet.

Automation

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10th October 2022 PALpack

Sack filling automation: taking a closer look

Manufacturers are increasingly seeing the benefits of investing in specialist machinery right across the production line but in this blog, we look specifically at sack filling automation. Why should you consider introducing robots at this point in the manufacturing process, how do they work and what impact can they have?

Industry news

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29th September 2022 PALpack

How do robots support sustainable development?

Robots are strongly connected to our vision of the future, but if we want to create a more sustainable planet for the next generation, we need to harness this technology today. In this blog, we look at what the word 'sustainability' means and what robots are doing to support its development.

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