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DigiKey presents Factory Tomorrow Season 5 video series

DigiKey presents Factory Tomorrow Season 5 video series

DigiKey has released the fifth season of its Factory Tomorrow video series titled ‘Behind the Robot’. This new season taps into experts to explore the infrastructure and innovation that make modern robotic manufacturing and automation possible.

Sponsored by Eaton and SICK, this three-episode series explores the hidden systems powering modern automation – from the electrical backbone of robotic cells to the intelligent sensors that enable precision and safety, and the increasingly evolving role of automation in reshaping the industrial workforce.

“Automation is evolving rapidly, and it’s not just about the robot anymore,” said  Connor Doherty, Industrial Automation Director at DigiKey. “This season of Factory Tomorrow highlights the essential systems and components that enable smarter, safer and more resilient manufacturing environments.”


DigiKey’s Factory Tomorrow Season 5 showcases the shift from standalone robots to integrated automation systems. With smarter sensing, Cloud connectivity and predictive diagnostics, manufacturers can scale faster, reduce downtime and enhance safety – all while adapting to labour challenges and reshoring trends.

To learn more about the video series and how DigiKey is supporting innovative robots and automation systems for global manufacturing, visit DigiKey’s Factory Tomorrow webpage.

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