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Robot Orders Increase in Q2 as Automation Demand Broadens Across Industries
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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Robot orders in North America increased 4.3% in units and 21.3% in value in Q2 2026, driven by diversification across sectors such as semiconductors, automotive components, food, life sciences and metals, despite automotive OEM softness.
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You face a broader market for your automation solutions as demand grows beyond automotive to semiconductors, life sciences and consumer goods. Prioritise sectors with rising robot adoption and collaborative robots to capture new customers.
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