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About BARA

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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PPMA Show 2024

Book today to exhibit at the UK’s largest processing & packaging machinery event at the NEC in September 2024.

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See working demonstrations of the latest automation and robotics technology, and improve your investment decisions before you buy.

 Machine Vision Conference 2024

Machine Vision Conference 2024

A comprehensive programme of technical seminars and innovations from world-leading industrial vision companies.

 Introduction to industrial robots

Introduction to industrial robots

Discover Industrial Robot terminology and their uses.

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Automation explained

Read about automation and industrial robots.

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Robot Integrator Certification Scheme for your company and its employees.

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Upcoming BARA Events you won’t want to miss.

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Training courses

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.

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Patent for C-mount to M12 mount adapter
24/07/2024

Patent for C-mount to M12 mount adapter

GeT Cameras has received its official patent for our special C-mount to M12 mount adapter.

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Realising the Advantages and Demystifying the Myths of Automation for Manufacturers in the UK and Beyond Industry news
23/07/2024

Realising the Advantages and Demystifying the Myths of Automation for Manufacturers in the UK and Beyond

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6 Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Vacuum Pump Members News
22/07/2024

6 Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Vacuum Pump

During the hot summer months, maintaining an optimal temperature for your vacuum pump becomes even more critical.

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Exploring Automation Across Manufacturing and Beyond Industry news
17/07/2024

Exploring Automation Across Manufacturing and Beyond

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Automate UK CTO Laurie Barnes helps to set new standards in the ISO Global directory. Members News
12/07/2024

Automate UK CTO Laurie Barnes helps to set new standards in the ISO Global directory.

Automate UK Chief Technical Officer (CTO) Laurie Barnes has not stopped since his appointment to the Automate UK executive. Becoming a committee member of TC 313 and its overarching committee MCE/3/3 Packaging Machines, and added to the CEN TC 146 equivalent within the ISO Global Directory.

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A golden year for Ceetak celebrating 50 years in business. Members News
10/07/2024

A golden year for Ceetak celebrating 50 years in business.

Ceetak Ltd is marking 50 years in business during 2024, and the Bedford offices kicked off in style.

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Achieving Pricing Equilibrium and Prioritising Aftercare in Industrial Machine OEM Services Industry news
08/07/2024

Achieving Pricing Equilibrium and Prioritising Aftercare in Industrial Machine OEM Services

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Understanding Robot Density and the Smart Industry Readiness Index Industry news
03/07/2024

Understanding Robot Density and the Smart Industry Readiness Index

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