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Automation 101: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started With Robotics

EpsonJuly 14, 2021

From assembly and pick-and-place to material handling and packaging, the use of robots is on the rise in factory automation. Extremely customizable in even the most complex applications, automation systems are beneficial for a wide variety of reasons. Taking the plunge into automation, however, can be confusing and daunting. With so many factors to consider, you may be wondering, “Where do I start?”

Automation 101: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started With Robotics breaks down the process, step-by-step, to guide you on your journey. What you’ll find inside:

  • Why automate?
  • Know your process
  • Identify your requirements
  • Automation components
  • Manpower – who will build it?

Keep in mind that this is a broad overview, but can serve well as a starting point for those new to automation.