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We're excited to announce that the Design Energy team has joined FMI Automation, a division of FMI Building Innovation.

We're still fully operational and here to support you. Whether you're an existing client or exploring how automation can transform your operations, we'd love to hear from you. Find our holding page here, and discover more about FMI Building Innovation.

The Design Energy Blog

Find out about the latest robotic automation trends and how to get started and manage your automation journey.

Industrial Robotics News

New Robotic Automation Capability Arrives At Design Energy

Our new capability includes the arrival of a new member of the team in the form of Senior Engineer, Andrew Stubbs. Andrew is a Mechanical ...
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Industrial Robotics News

Design Energy Supports Maria Laurie

When we’re not designing, building and supporting robotic automation systems, we like to spend time on our Mountain Bikes in the Port Hills around Christchurch, ...
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Globally, Industrial Robotic Automation Is Growing Strongly

The latest data from Grand View Research shows that global spending on robots is expected to grow by a CAGR of 10.5% and reach $USD60.6Bn ...
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Many Automation Solutions Can Be In Production In Days

At the recent EMEX Trade Show in Auckland that put the spotlight on the latest developments in manufacturing, engineering, machinery, robotics and technology, we were able ...
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Industrial Robotics News

Design Energy – The Robotic Automation Company Exhibiting At EMEX.

It was great to be in Auckland last week for the biennial Engineering, Manufacturing & Electronics Exhibition (EMEX) NZ’s largest show of this type. The event was ...
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Industrial Robotics News

Industrial Robot Installations Continue to Grow Strongly

According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) the use of industrial robots continues to expand around the globe. Despite the economic downturn the use ...
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Bill Gates was wrong: Why we won’t need to tax robots

With the rise of automation in the global industry, will governments need to start taxing robots as Bill Gates suggests? The answer is: No.
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Reducing contamination in the workplace with robotics

With advancements in hygienic design, robots and automated processes have the potential to benefit the food and beverage industry.
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Why will robots be a top priority in 2017?

The summer period might be a break for many people, but it is also an opportunity to have a think about where a business can ...
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3 myths around the use of robots in the workplace

When new technology arrives on the scene, there are always myths and misconception with robotics no different. So, is there any truth to these rumours
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