2021 to bring more uncertainty, automation for Texas manufacturers
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Klaus Weiswurm, Innovation Technology Machinery chairman, demonstrates the operation Thursday, Oct. 29 2020, of a machine developed at ITM for an insulated cooler maker. Weiswurm expects turbulent road in 2021 for U.S. manufacturers.William Luther /StaffShow MoreShow Less
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A machinist works with a lathe in Klaus Weiswurm Innovation Technology Machinery building in Schertz Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020. In 2021, Weiswurm thinks factory automation will accelerate even faster than in recent years.William Luther /StaffShow MoreShow Less
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Robots at Innovation Technology Machinery are used to do everyday tasks such as drilling holes to sanding metal. Klaus Weiswurm, CEO of ITM, a San Antonio-based company that makes about 15-20 robots per year, says industrial robots can cost $70,000 to $400,000 depending on the function they’re designed to do and can take anywhere from 2-9 mont