Techman Robot continues to expand its global influence in automation and smart manufacturing by collaborating with its U.S. distributor, Telamon Robotics, and Vincennes University (VU) through the Center for Applied Robotics and Automation (CARA). As the home of the largest collaborative robot (cobot) educational program in the United States, VU is working with Telamon Robotics and the STARTedUp Foundation to offer Innovation Cobot Workshops, providing hands-on learning experiences for high school students and educators across Indiana, with a special focus on rural and underserved communities.
CARA Director Kimberly Wright highlighted the significance of this initiative, stating, “The Innovation Cobot Workshops demonstrate Vincennes University’s commitment to shaping Indiana’s future workforce and driving economic growth. These workshops are about creating access and opportunity. By introducing students and educators to cutting-edge cobot technology, we are preparing them for in-demand careers in Industry 4.0 and empowering them to be leaders in an era of continuous technological evolution.”
These immersive workshops are hosted at CARA locations on Vincennes and VU Jasper campuses, as well as Telamon Robotics’ facility in Carmel, where high school students engage in hands-on experiences with Techman Robot’s cobot technology. Recently, students and staff from Eastern Hancock High School participated in the program.
Eastern Hancock High School Math and Business Teacher Cole Allen emphasized the program’s impact: “Our school is always looking to partner with companies and community leaders to help students explore potential career paths after graduation. Through this workshop, students not only gained firsthand experience working with a cobot but also discovered career opportunities they hadn’t previously considered.”
During these one-day workshops, students interact directly with Techman Robot’s cobots, exploring various STEM career pathways in robotics, advanced manufacturing, and automation. The program also equips educators like Allen with the knowledge and tools to integrate AI and automation into their classrooms, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the future of work.
Telamon Robotics Vice President of Sales and Operations Paulo Dutra e Mello stated, “Through our partnership with the STARTedUp Foundation and Vincennes University’s Center for Applied Robotics and Automation, we are providing high school students with hands-on experience in collaborative robotics, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an increasingly automated world. These workshops serve as an exciting introduction to real-world robotics applications.”
As a global leader in collaborative robotics, Techman Robot is committed to advancing technology education and, together with Telamon Robotics and Vincennes University, is bringing innovative learning opportunities to Indiana’s next generation. By expanding access to cutting-edge automation technology, this partnership is helping to shape the future workforce and strengthen the competitiveness of the U.S. manufacturing industry.