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Why Robots Are Getting Less Work at U.S. Factories
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During the Covid-19 pandemic, many factory owners invested heavily in automation as the best way to meet customer demand. But now, factories are adding fewer new robots as production slows and more human workers take on manufacturing jobs. WSJ reporter Bob Tita and host Zoe Thomas discuss why some companies say adding new robots is no longer worth the investment. Plus, a look at some new tech that could one day make it easier to improve your dental hygiene.
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Manage episode 444275387 series 2522978
During the Covid-19 pandemic, many factory owners invested heavily in automation as the best way to meet customer demand. But now, factories are adding fewer new robots as production slows and more human workers take on manufacturing jobs. WSJ reporter Bob Tita and host Zoe Thomas discuss why some companies say adding new robots is no longer worth the investment. Plus, a look at some new tech that could one day make it easier to improve your dental hygiene.
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