UK launches first 5G smart factory as part of industrial trial

The UK has launched its first 5G smart factory as part of an industrial trial examining how British factories can be modernised. Bosch’s factory in Worcester has been fitted with sensors and 5G-based technology for monitoring its operations. The factory will be combining IoT sensors and 5G for preventative maintenance. Data analytics will help to predict failures before they occur. Carl Arntzen, CEO at Worcester Bosch, said: “We are delighted to have switched 5G on in our factory and look forward to measuring the productivity gains that will follow. It’s important to our business to have the real-time element 5G brings so that we can react in real time in the factory environment to mitigate any losses in output and protect and grow our business bottom line.”