In the annals of industrial automation, the year 1954 stands out as a watershed moment. It was during this year that the first industrial robot was patented, forever transforming the manufacturing landscape. This groundbreaking invention laid the foundation for the modern robotics industry, paving the way for increased productivity, efficiency, and safety in factories worldwide.
Benefit: Increased productivity and efficiency
How to do: By automating repetitive and dangerous tasks, industrial robots allowed manufacturers to increase their output and reduce downtime.
Year | Event |
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1954 | George Devol patents the first industrial robot, Unimate |
1956 | The first Unimate robot is installed at General Motors |
Benefit: Improved safety
How to do: By performing hazardous tasks in place of humans, industrial robots reduced the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace.
Year | Milestone |
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1961 | The first commercially available industrial robot is introduced by Unimation |
1969 | The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) is founded |
Benefit: Increased flexibility and adaptability
How to do: With their ability to be reprogrammed, industrial robots can easily adapt to changes in production demands and new technologies.
Year | Projection |
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2025 | The global industrial robot market is expected to reach $132.4 billion |
2030 | Industrial robots will account for 25% of all manufacturing jobs |
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