Webinar

Cobots 101: Introduction to Collaborative Robots

September 29, 2026 05:00 PM

Discover how collaborative robots help manufacturers increase productivity, improve quality, and fill labor gaps without adding headcount. 

 

Manufacturing is changing. Today's collaborative robots combine proven industrial automation with the flexibility needed for modern production environments. They can automate repetitive tasks, work alongside people, and help manufacturers increase output while creating safer, more productive workplaces.  

In this introductory webinar, you'll learn what cobots are, how they differ from traditional industrial robots, where they deliver the greatest value, and how manufacturers are using them today to overcome labor shortages, improve quality, and increase capacity.  

What You'll Learn 

  • What a cobot is and how it works 

  • How cobots differ from traditional industrial robots 

  • Why manufacturers choose cobots for automation projects 

  • Common manufacturing applications (video examples) 

  • Real world cases study results 

  • Key safety considerations for collaborative automation 

 

Who Should Attend? 

This webinar is ideal for: 

  • Manufacturing leaders 

  • Plant managers 

  • Operations managers 

  • Engineering managers 

  • Continuous improvement teams 

  • Automation engineers 

  • Production supervisors 

  • Anyone exploring their first automation project 

Reserve Your Spot 

  • Learn how manufacturers of all sizes are using collaborative robots to increase productivity, improve quality, and build more resilient operations. 

  • Register now for Introduction to Cobots and take the first step toward practical, flexible automation. 

 

Speakers: Silas Neale

Silas Neale

Area Sales Manager - North America, East, Universal Robots

After nearly a decade in business operations, Silas entered the automation space and gained six years of experience as a sales engineer with Cognex and Keyence. Last year he joined Universal Robots with a strong background in robotics and machine vision. His experience in 2D and 3D vision has carried over into the robotic bin-picking arena and regularly consults with clients and prospects on this challenging area of automation. He also holds a bachelor’s degree from Roger Williams University and is based in the Greater Boston area.

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