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Siemens Aims for 80 Percent Automation in German Plant 

The German giant addresses the need for productivity gains with robotics.

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European manufacturing is at a crossroads. Looming labor shortages driven by demographics, combined with relentless competitive pressures from the United States and Asia require the simultaneous development of high technology and innovative cost-reduction measures.

German multinational Siemens is addressing the issue with a dramatic increase in production automation technology, which the company expects will result in 80% automation in the company’s manufacturing plants. The first factory to receive the upgrades is the Erlangen electronics operation, which will receive a $560 million investment through 2030. 

Written by

James Anderton

Jim Anderton is the Director of Content for ENGINEERING.com. Mr. Anderton was formerly editor of Canadian Metalworking Magazine and has contributed to a wide range of print and on-line publications, including Design Engineering, Canadian Plastics, Service Station and Garage Management, Autovision, and the National Post. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and part design for a Tier One automotive supplier.