In a world where machinery and automation are becoming ever more apparent in the workplace, you could be right in thinking that this will reduce the number of humans that are required for any given job. However, at Control Freaks,…
There is no denying that technology is making an impact on every part of the food processing industry, but just how far reaching will it be? What technologies are already available, and what are the next steps for companies involved…
In recent years, we have seen a steady increase in the number of companies investing in automation. The advantages are obvious to most businesses, increased efficiency and productivity with reduced costs. However, the growth of automation raises several questions about…
Automation is starting to play an increasingly important role in the manufacturing process. Just as we’ve seen with other aspects of a business operation in recent decades, such as accounting, customer services, and distribution management, the digital revolution in manufacturing…
The fourth industrial revolution will unlock billions in additional revenue for UK manufacturers. Through machine automation, AI, and SCADA systems, productivity will flourish, while costs could plummet by as much as £53bn—potentially passing £2bn of savings directly onto consumers. This…
Politics aside, it is now upon the British population to approach Brexit from a positive angle. Granted, worries and concerns remain – but in our technically advanced age, much of the anxiety can be overcome through upgrading legacy systems. So,…
It’s the hot topic of the 21st century: automation is here to stay and ready to steal our jobs. But is there substance to the scaremongering? The reality is, with automation comes impressive capabilities, as industries move forward at unprecedented…
From the evolution of water and steam-powered machines of Industry 1.0 in the 1800’s to the introduction of electricity allowing mass production at the start of the 20th century – now known as Industry 2.0 – human advancement has known…
We are so incredibly excited to announce the launch of our new website. It’s been in development for a few months now, and we’re so pleased it’s now live. Why the new website? We wanted to create a space online…
