Robotization of production

When is it worth implementing industrial robots?

What is production robotization?

Robotization of production involves the use of industrial robots to perform production tasks previously performed by workers. According to industry data, the number of industrial robots operating in factories worldwide has already exceeded several million and is constantly growing.

Why do companies invest in robotics?

Industrial Workforce Shortages

In many countries, industries are struggling with a shortage of production workers. Robotization allows companies to maintain production continuity even with limited human resources.

Process Repeatability

Industrial robots are best suited for repetitive tasks requiring high precision and speed.

Increased Competitiveness

Automation and robotization allow companies to increase productivity and reduce production costs.

Most often robotized processes

In industry, the most commonly robotized processes include:

welding
palletizing
material transport
component assembly
product packaging

Roboticization is particularly important in industries such as automotive, metalworking, and plastics processing.

Is robotization always profitable?

Robotic production is most cost-effective in the following situations:

batch production
repetitive technological processes
multi-shift operation
processes requiring high precision

In such situations, an investment in industrial robots can pay for itself after just a few years of operation.

Sources:

International Federation of Robotics – World Robotics Report
Teleinfo24 – Robotyzacja i AI na radarze firm produkcyjnych
Sanneman L. – The State of Industrial Robotics (research review)