# Robots enter the workplace

- Link: https://www.widthness.com/robots-enter-the-workplace/
- Published: 2020-09-06T09:15:31-05:00
- Author: Curated by Theresa Wysocki

Photo: An employee monitors and operates robotic welding equipment at I&M Machine & Fabrication in St. Joseph. […] Article by Greg Kozol News-Press NOW. When asked what the robot is called, Jon Barron says, “Merle.” He’s joking. The welding robot doesn’t have a name, but it’s nevertheless a significant part of I&M Machine & Fabrication’s success. “Things you can do with a manual welder may take a half hour,” said Barron, general manager of I&M in St. Joseph. “It might take five to 10 minutes with a robot.” On this Labor Day weekend, it’s worth noting that robots are no longer exclusive to science fiction. In the workplace, robots load heavy bags, weld pieces of metal and even perform surgeries. A combination of global competition and COVID-19 fears could accelerate this trend. […] Click here to view original web page at www.newspressnow.com Curated by Theresa Wysocki Director of Art & Design See Full Bio