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Addressing Labor Shortages in North Texas Manufacturing
Manufacturers in North Texas are facing an unprecedented challenge: attracting and retaining skilled production workers. From metal fabrication to aerospace, companies report difficulty filling positions for machinists, technicians, and operators. Rising wage pressures and intense competition for talent are forcing manufacturers to explore alternative solutions to maintain production and meet customer demand. Automation is emerging as a key strategy to bridge this workforce gap.
Build Your Automation Roadmap: Event Overview
OnRobot will host the “Build Your Automation Roadmap” event in Dallas on February 19th, 2026, from 12 noon to 4 pm CT at The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. This in-person event is designed to help manufacturers explore practical robotics applications, featuring live FANUC robot demonstrations, interactive workshops, and real-world automation case studies. Attendance is free, including lunch, though space is limited.
Hands-On Demonstrations and Expert Insights
Attendees will witness FANUC robots equipped with OnRobot’s end-of-arm tooling performing common tasks such as machine tending, material handling, assembly, packaging, and quality inspection. These live demonstrations provide manufacturers with tangible examples of how automation can be implemented quickly and effectively. As someone deeply involved in industrial automation, I see these demonstrations as critical: they allow decision-makers to visualize ROI, understand deployment challenges, and evaluate integration strategies in real-time.
Key Speakers and Sessions
The event brings together industry leaders to share expertise:
- Kristian Hulgard, GM, Americas, OnRobot: Discusses U.S. automation growth trends and implications for Dallas manufacturers.
- Brent Lindell, District Manager, FANUC America: Leads live robot demonstrations and explains practical steps to start automation projects.
- Ruben Lanz, VP, Adaptive Vision and Robotics: Offers insights on sourcing strategies and distribution support to keep automation projects on track.
- Derrell Guillory, Technical Account Manager, AWC: Explains why integrators are crucial for reducing risk and accelerating deployment.
This diverse lineup ensures that participants gain a holistic view of the automation journey, from initial concept to full implementation.
The OnRobot Advantage
OnRobot’s solutions aim to simplify industrial automation for manufacturers of all sizes. Their Off-The-Shelf Solutions powered by D:PLOY enable same-day installation without programming expertise, making high-mix tasks like palletizing or machine tending achievable within hours. Their Plug & Produce tools – grippers, vision systems, sensors, and screwdrivers – seamlessly integrate across multiple robot brands under the unified “One System, Zero Complexity” platform.
From my perspective, the strength of OnRobot lies in this versatility: manufacturers are no longer limited by technical constraints or long integration timelines. They can scale, adapt, and deploy automation quickly, which is essential in today’s labor-constrained environment.
Why Manufacturers Should Attend
For North Texas manufacturers, this event is not just a demonstration – it’s a roadmap to practical solutions for critical labor and productivity challenges. Seeing automation in action, learning from experts, and understanding the end-to-end deployment process empowers companies to implement robotics confidently, improve efficiency, and remain competitive.
