educational demonstrations

FANUC UK reaffirms its commitment to developing skills in robotics and automation by presenting a series of educational demonstrations at Automation UK, which will take place on May 7 and 8, 2025, at the CBS Arena in Coventry. These initiatives aim to inspire new generations to consider careers in manufacturing and improve the skills of the current workforce.

Among the highlighted activities, FANUC will showcase two robotic cells specifically designed for the educational sector. These plug-and-play solutions allow students to gain hands-on experience in programming and operating industrial robots, facilitated by intuitive touch interfaces. One of the cells features the 6-axis ER-4iA robot, while the other showcases the collaborative model CRX-10iA. Both will perform live pick-and-place tasks during the event.

In addition to these educational cells, FANUC’s stand will feature the popular “kicker” robotic cell that plays football and an industrial vision cell capable of selecting various fruits, demonstrating the versatility and precision of their systems. These exhibitions highlight the benefits of automation in sectors such as food and beverage, automotive, aerospace, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), pharmaceutical, and general manufacturing.

Oliver Selby, Head of Sales at FANUC UK, emphasizes the importance of Automation UK in the manufacturing calendar: “Automation UK is a key event in the manufacturing calendar for us here at FANUC UK. By bringing together robot manufacturers, system integrators, end-users, and academia, it is the ideal platform to showcase our latest solutions for both the industry and the educational sector. We look forward to welcoming visitors at stand B70 to learn more.”

This participation in Automation UK is part of FANUC’s broader strategy to close the skills gap in the UK. The company collaborates with WorldSkills UK in the Industrial Robotics competition, operates the accredited FANUC Academy training center in Coventry, and offers industry-specific courses in partnership with Sierra 57. Additionally, it provides educational packages for schools, colleges, universities, and training providers, thereby strengthening the future talent pool in the manufacturing sector.

FANUC’s dedication to skill development is evident in its continuous support for educational initiatives and its effort to integrate automation into the academic curriculum, ensuring that the UK maintains its competitiveness on the global industrial stage.