Industrial Automation: Overcoming Challenges for SMEs with the OPERA Project Industrial automation has been a cornerstone in the evolution of modern manufacturing. However, its effective implementation in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has faced significant challenges, such as the complexity of programming and system integration. The OPERA project, led by KUKA in collaboration with the
Industrial Automation: A Leap Forward with FANUC’s SCARA SR-12iA/CIndustrial automation has experienced exponential growth driven by the need for efficiency, traceability, and consistency in production processes. In sectors where cleanliness and hygiene are critical—such as food, pharmaceutical, or semiconductor industries—conventional robots often fail to meet the required standards. In this context, FANUC has introduced a