Robots in line to lend producers and packers a helping hand

Nick Chambers, head of global market development at Danish company 4XRobots, tells the Fresh Ideas Show that the fresh produce business has now reached a tipping point when it comes to robotics.Why? Well. as he explains, in the face of rising costs and an increasing lack of available labour, the need for greater efficiency and sustainability has grown considerably – and especially in areas where maintaining sufficient local supply of fresh fruit and vegetables is a priority.To help suppliers meet that challenge, 4XRobots has developed a new line of so-called ‘collaborative’ robots that can operate safely alongside human workers on packing lines without the need for safety fencing, which can add to the expense.This episode is brought to you by Dole, the number one name in global fresh produce.The Fresh Ideas Show is a podcast about the fruit and veg business hosted by Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell.Follow Mike Knowles on LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/mikefruitnetFollow Maura Maxwell on LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/maurafruitnetPart of the Fruitnet Podcast Network, the show is produced, recorded, and edited by Fruitnet Media International.For more great content that can help you grow your business, visit www.fruitnet.comYou can also be part of The Fresh Ideas Show!For editorial suggestions, contact [email protected] sponsor or advertise in an episode, contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.