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Global Industrial Robots Reach Record 5 Million in Operation
Original: Industrial Robotics Hits Record 5 Million Operational Units Worldwide
The worldwide stock of operational industrial robots has reached a record 5 million units, according to industry reporting. The milestone underlines the continued rapid adoption of automation in manufacturing, driven by labour shortages, falling robot costs and rising demand across automotive, electronics and logistics sectors. Analysts say the figure reflects sustained double-digit annual installations, with Asia accounting for the largest share of the installed base.
Why now: The industry crossed a symbolic milestone in total robot installations, prompting reflection on the pace of manufacturing automation.
International Federation of Roboticsindustrial robotics industrymanufacturing sector
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