Universal Robots (UR) has declared October as SME Automation month. The whole month will be dedicated to helping SMEs take advantage of collaborative robots (cobots) to get their businesses back on track, with new resources, leasing options and expert consultations.
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Universal Robots launches SME Automation Month
Following a challenging period for the industry, greater adoption of automation is critical in enabling UK and Irish producers to support jobs by ensuring they are competitive, efficient and flexible enough to thrive. Yet many SMEs still feel ill-equipped to start their journey with automation. UR has therefore created a range of resources, leasing options and practical examples of how to successfully make the automation leap. Interested parties can download the supporting ebook today.
SMEs will also be able to join an expert webinar on Wednesday 7 October at 11:00am (BST), designed specifically to tackle the pain points faced by smaller businesses when adopting automation. This will be a unique opportunity to speak directly to the experts, watch online demos and learn more about flexible leasing options.
Mark Gray, Country Manager UK&I, said: “During these uncertain times, SMEs are understandably reluctant to invest in new technologies, but with cobots, smaller businesses can see the benefits almost immediately. We’ve seen customers such as Bloom in a Box use cobots to adapt quickly to COVID, and switch their production line from packing flowers to manufacturing PPE. Whether a busines wants to improve existing operations or quickly adapt to a new market opportunity, it really is that simple for businesses to be flexible and stay profitable with cobots in place.”
