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Eric J. Halvorson

Eric Halvorson is marketing technology manager - Automation and Control - at DigiKey.

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  • Industrial Robots and Their Human Counterparts
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    Industrial Robots and Their Human Counterparts

    Cobots can reduce worker fatigue, increase production rates and increase quality, all while reducing waste.
    By: Eric J. Halvorson
    23 April, 2024 | 3 minutes
    Sponsored By DigiKey
  • The Rising Role of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Industrial Automation
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    The Rising Role of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Industrial Automation

    The value of AR and VR in industrial automation is incalculable when considering the real-world applications in which they can be employed.
    By: Eric J. Halvorson
    01 February, 2024 | 2 minutes
    Sponsored By DigiKey
  • Moving into 2024 with Tempered Optimism
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    Moving into 2024 with Tempered Optimism

    In 2024, we will see continued efforts to move toward smart manufacturing, increased adoption of IoT enabled asset monitoring technologies, the use of AI in digital twin, robotics, immersive technologies and a concerted effort to reshore manufacturing.
    By: Eric J. Halvorson
    21 September, 2023 | 5 minutes
    Sponsored By DigiKey
  • Safety in Manufacturing
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    Safety in Manufacturing

    As manufacturing continues to become increasingly automated, manufacturers continue to look for more ways to protect their most important asset: their workforce.
    By: Eric J. Halvorson
    08 March, 2023 | 3 minutes
    Sponsored By DigiKey
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