Last year proved record-setting for robotics in terms of orders and shipments in North America, according to the Robotic Industries Association (RIA). A total of 34,606 robots valued at approximately $1.9 billion were ordered in North America—a 10% jump from 2015. Orders for robots spiked 61% in assembly applications and spot welding saw a 24% increase. And orders for robots in the food and consumer goods industry rose by 32% in 2016...
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