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Soft Automation in SA

The topic of this webinar focuses on the opportunity for soft automation within the South African context. In an economy with a very high unemployment level, the business case in South Africa for robotics and Logistics Automation differs significantly from those in economies where there is a labour shortage. Amongst other things, our panelists touch on the following discussion points:

9/19/2023

Role of Soft Automation in SA

The topic of this webinar focuses on the opportunity for soft automation within the South African context. In an economy with a very high unemployment level, the business case in South Africa for robotics and Logistics Automation differs significantly from those in economies where there is a labour shortage. Amongst other things, our panelists touch on the following discussion points:

  • What is Soft Automation

  • Do I need tracks or guides for them?

  • How are they managed?

  • Can I integrate them into my current operations?

  • What are the health and safety challenges?

  • AMR – AGV – ACR – So many acronyms! What do they mean and what are they? How flexible are these installations?

Our panelists include:

  • Michael-John Newham | | Relog | Head of Strategy, Sustainability & Development

  • Verena Stierschneider | KNAPP | Sales Manager and Sales Team Lead

  • Andy Cooper | Geek+ | Managing Director European Conveyors & Components