Through the Line Podcast: Why Packaging Robotics Is Surging

What's behind the sudden surge in packaging robotics—and is it here to stay?

Jun 9, 2026

Senior Editor Anne Marie Mohan sits down with A3's Alex Shikhany to unpack the latest robotics data, including a notable end-of-2025 spike in packaging, picking, and placing applications and the rise of collaborative robots to nearly 20% of total orders. They discuss workforce shortages, e-commerce growth, and how SKU proliferation are pushing manufacturers toward more flexible, accessible automation.

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