Industry 4.0 is the current automation and data exchange trend in manufacturing technologies that revolves around the smart factory. An EU initiative enhanced the sustainability of robotic manufacturing.
Industrial robotics is the strategic technology that can help to realise Industry 4.0 and keep European manufacturing at the leading edge. However, it is energy intensive, and its widespread adoption would jeopardise factories’ sustainability with respect to environmental and financial impact.
Further details: Integrated technologies and engineering platforms for tomorrow’s robotic factories