Become a member
Take advantage of exclusive member benefits, world class events, networking and specialist support
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.
See working demonstrations of the latest automation and robotics technology, and improve your investment decisions before you buy.
A comprehensive programme of technical seminars and innovations from world-leading industrial vision companies.
Book today to exhibit at the UK’s largest processing & packaging machinery event at the NEC in September 2025.
Choose from nine prestigious categories and register your interest today!
View the latest upcoming or on-demand webinars.
Discover Industrial Robot terminology and their uses.
Read about automation and industrial robots.
Search from 100’s of processing equipment, packaging machinery and ancillary providers using our quick finder tool.
Hire new employees or find your ideal role.
Robot Integrator Certification Scheme for your company and its employees.
Upcoming BARA Events you won’t want to miss.
Access a wide range of technical & practical engineering training courses, as well as personal development, leadership, sales and marketing courses. All are available at subsidised prices.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, accuracy, repeatability, and compliance are everything.
Read More
Members News
In today’s fast-paced and resource-conscious business environment, organisations are increasingly turning to solutions that offer both operational efficiency and environmental benefits.
Read More
Members News
RARUK Automation, a leading UK automation distributor, has announced an exclusive partnership with GRIP.
Read More
Members News
Leading automation distributor, RARUK Automation, has announced a new partnership with Thomson®, a Regal Rexnord Brand.
Read More
Members News
Based in Dorset, Electromechanical Systems (EMS) is a supplier of small DC motors and linear actuators.
Read More
Members News
Gough Engineering has recently released their brand new website with a new layout and structure to help users to find equipment solution examples from our extensive tailor made and complimentary equipment.
Read More
Members News
TPL Vision, a leader in innovative machine vision lighting solutions, is proud to introduce two new additions to its Modular Spotlight Range: the BL-Spot and IL-Spot.
Read More
Members News
Join Olympus Technologies & Universal Robots for a hands-on Cobot Welding Showcase hosted at The Expanded Metal Company in Hartlepool.
Read More