Our fully automated and highly interconnected world would be unthinkable without the automation of industrial production processes. And even if plugs and sockets, switches and circuit breakers do not receive the most attention, they are nevertheless fundamental to the economically viable use of highly automated production processes.
The degree of automation in industry is increasing, mainly because it significantly increases productivity: automation systems can run 24 hours a day, work at a constantly high speed and eliminate human error.
At the same time, automation provides a noticeable increase in quality, because automatic control loops and sensors detect and immediately correct fluctuations in the production process. From an economic point of view, automated processes reduce unit costs through lower personnel costs and fewer rejects.
Another important aspect is flexibility: modern programs and control systems can be quickly adapted to product changes without the need for mechanical conversions. Finally, automated systems also increase safety at work by taking over dangerous or unhealthy activities and thus reducing the risk to personnel.
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