Long‑Range Social Distancing: What’s the Deal?
It’s becoming crystal‑clear that the “six‑foot rule” isn’t a fad. Some experts predict we’ll be keeping a safe distance at least until 2022.
Why the Pull‑Back is a Big Deal for Businesses
Imagine trying to get a factory back up and running while no two people can lean in too close. The reality?
- Staffing gaps widen because you can’t cram everyone into the same space.
- Profit slumps – operational costs creep up, and the ability to scale back operations often lags.
- Legal headaches: If something slips through, who gets sued?
The Winning Idea: Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
Enter the cobot – a friendly robot that can do the heavy lifting, the food serving, the line‑sealing for safety, and still keep the distance rule intact.
Think of it as a dependable delivery person who never gets sick or spreads the virus.
Why Cobots Rock in Every Industry
- Manufacturing lines become smooth – robots do repetitive tasks while humans handle the creative parts.
- Restaurants & cafés? Picture a cobot sliding a bowl of soup or a sandwich across the counter.
- Coffee shops can serve you a latte without anyone having to touch the same machine.
Tim Warrington from www.bots.co.uk is all‑in: “Our free consultation has exploded because businesses like cafés, restaurants, and cafés are eager to get back in full swing without compromising the safety rule.”
How It All Works
- Robots don’t catch or transmit the coronavirus – safe to touch up close.
- You can hire cobots for those pesky or physically demanding jobs you can’t do without people standing close.
Picture this: a server approaches to hand out your pizza. Instead, a cobot floats that pizza across in a flash–no contact, no risk.
Not Just Rocks: UVC Robots for Hospitals & Hotels
Hospital and hotel chains are picking a newer beast: UVC robots that sail around using ultraviolet light to zap viruses all over the premises. It’s like a high‑speed, practical vacuum that doesn’t just suck in dust—it obliterates viruses.
Bottom Line
Facing a new normal is tough, but cobots and UVC robots wrap the safety net around everyday operations. This means businesses can stay profitable, keep the team happy, and most importantly, keep you all safe while you work and play.
