With recent headlines a looming recession and layoffs in the tech industry, a new study by The Fabricator is shedding light on how Americans really feel about the growing trend towards automation. Is this technology ultimately helpful or harmful?
The survey found 84% of Americans think robotic workers can help with staffing shortages, but others remain unsure. Key points from the survey:
Automation is already a reality in many manufacturing plants. Among those who have worked or previously worked in the manufacturing industry, nearly 1 in 5 are worried about robots taking their jobs.
The report also analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data to find out which states have the highest and lowest percentage of automation already in place in their plants and manufacturing sites. See the chart above.
The Fabricator is a North American magazine for the metal forming and fabricating industry.
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