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BARA (British Automation and Robot Association) provides a voice for the Robot and Automation Industries when dealing with government, industry, financial and academic institutions.

The aim of the BARA is to promote the use of, and assist in the development of Industrial Robots and Automation in British industry. In 2009, BARA joined forces with Automate UK to become a special interest focus group and has gathered more influence, members and provides more support to the end-user community.

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 Introduction to industrial robots

Introduction to industrial robots

Discover Industrial Robot terminology and their uses.

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Automation explained

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Automate UK joins forces with European counterparts to establish EUROPAMA Federation of Processing and Packaging Machinery Manufacturers

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Expanding for the Future

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Automate UK appoints Dan Thombs as CEO to drive next phase of growth

Pioneering trade association Automate UK has appointed Dan Thombs as its new Chief Executive Officer, tasked with accelerating the organisation’s reach and impact across the complete industrial ecosystem.

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