Sharon Spielman
Attendees wait to enter Automate 2024 Day 1

Automate 2024 Opens to Enthusiastic Crowd

May 7, 2024
Held in the South Hall at McCormick Place in Chicago, the largest North American robotics and automation event unveils cutting-edge automation technology and networking opportunities.

The first day of A3's Automate Show in Chicago kicked off as industry professionals and technology enthusiasts gathered to explore the latest advancements in automation technology. The show floor was buzzing with activity, with more than 800 exhibitors showcasing state-of-the-art products and solutions, a host of demonstrations and engaging network opportunities.

 

Attendees were immersed in an environment filled with innovation and knowledge sharing. Industry experts shared insights through sessions and panel discussions, offering valuable perspectives on the current trends and future direction of automation technology.

In the session, "Demystifying AI: Tangible Solutions for Today's Manufacturing Challenges," Eric Danzinger, CEO and co-founder of Invisible AI, highlighted how artificial intelligence and computer vision can play a pivotal role in enhancing production and throughput despite challenges with understaffing and high turnover rates.

These technologies enable operators to quickly detect and address production bottlenecks optimizing resource utilization. By using video and real-time data alongside AI capabilities, manufacturers can pinpoint irregular cycles, identify missed steps and determine root causes of line stoppages.

He said to successfully integrate this technology companies must emphasize change management as an aspect of adoption. It is an organizational change rather than a standalone solution.

About the Author

Sharon Spielman | Technical Editor, Machine Design

As Machine Design’s technical editor, Sharon Spielman produces content for the brand’s focus audience—design and multidisciplinary engineers. Her beat includes 3D printing/CAD; mechanical and motion systems, with an emphasis on pneumatics and linear motion; automation; robotics; and CNC machining.

Spielman has more than three decades of experience as a writer and editor for a range of B2B brands, including those that cover machine design; electrical design and manufacturing; interconnection technology; food and beverage manufacturing; process heating and cooling; finishing; and package converting.

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: @sharonspielman

X: @MachineDesign

Facebook: Machine Design

YouTube: @MachineDesign-EBM

Sponsored Recommendations

7 Reasons Why Air Bearings Outperform Mechanical Bearings

Feb. 7, 2025
Frictionless air bearings and air bearing stages have decisive advantages in precision motion and automation applications.

Hexapod Robot Applications in Automation and Automotive Assembly

Feb. 7, 2025
Hexapod 6-DOF Robots in Automation and Automotive Assembly | 6-Axis Precision Parallel Robot | Cobot for High Precision Applications

What is a Difference between a Gantry Positioning System and a Split-Bridge?

Feb. 7, 2025
The design of a Gantry Positioning System and Split-Bridge Positioning system are related. Learn how they differ and what to use best for your application.

Application Solutions with 6-Axis Hexapod Positioning Systems

Feb. 7, 2025
Explore applications, articles, and background information on 6-Axis Hexapod Positioning Systems and how they can help you improve your alignment system.

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Machine Design, create an account today!