IFR predicts 'Top 5 Robot Trends of 2022' as total industrial robots sales reach a new record

The International Federation of Robotics has published what it predicts will be the top five industry trends of 2022. The main theme underlying the trends will be that robots with new features and functions will capture new areas and create new markets. The operational stock of industrial robots hit a new record of about 3 million units worldwide – increasing by 13 percent on average each year (2015-2020). Milton Guerry, president of the IFR, says: "Transformation for robotic automation is picking up speed across traditional and new industries. More and more companies are realizing the numerous advantages robotics provides for their businesses."