Kathmandu. Technology is changing rapidly around the world. Many of the tasks that humans used to do are now being done by machines and robots. China is considered a leader in this area. Factories are being built here that require very little human intervention. These factories are called ‘dark factories’. <\/p>\n
Billions of products are produced every day in factories around the world. In the past, these factories used to employ thousands of workers. But now many Chinese companies are working on systems where machines work. Therefore, these factories are being discussed worldwide. <\/p>\n
{{TAG_OPEN_strong_59}What is Dark Factory? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n A dark factory is a factory where work is done almost entirely by machines and robots. Human presence is minimal. In many places, there is a minimum requirement for light. That’s because machines don’t need light to look like humans. That’s why they’re called Dark Factories. <\/p>\n In these factories, robots produce, pack, and transport goods themselves. Apart from this, with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), machines also check the quality of goods. <\/p>\n According to media reports, China’s leading tech company Xiaomi’s Changping factory is producing a smartphone every second. Where there are no employees. Most of the work here is done entirely by machines and automated systems. At the same time, Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics company, has increased automation in many factories. It has also affected employment. According to reports, more than 60,000 jobs have been lost in the Kunshan region alone. <\/p>\n Electric vehicle companies are also increasing automation <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n }<\/p>\n China’s leading electric vehicle battery companies BYD and CATL are also increasingly using robots and machines at their plants. Their aim is to increase production in less time. Robots are now increasingly performing tasks such as production, packing, and inspection in factories. <\/p>\n Lakhs of jobs affected<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n }<\/p>\n According to a Bloomberg report, the number of factory workers in China has declined rapidly. In 2013, about 115 million people were working in factories, which has come down to less than 85 million by 2025. It has lost more than 3 crore jobs. Experts believe that the biggest reason for this is the increasing use of automation and robots. <\/p>\n China has the most robots in the world<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n According to a report by the International Federation of Robotics, China is now the world’s largest industrial robot market. By 2024, there were more than 2 million factory robots in China. That’s 54 percent of global demand. There are about 392 robots working in China for every 10,000 workers. The global average is only 141. <\/p>\n The world of the factory is changing rapidly<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Experts believe that in the future, many of the world’s factories could be similarly high-tech and automated. This will speed up production, but it will also increase the need for people to learn new technologies. This Chinese model is now a topic of discussion around the world. <\/p>\n Work continues 24 hours a day<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n In normal factories, workers need rest and shifts. But in the dark factory, the machines can work continuously 24 hours a day. Many Chinese factories operate continuously 365 days a year. This accelerates the production of companies. So that they can produce more goods in less time. It also reduces the chances of human error. <\/p>\n Why is this trend increasing? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n According to experts, labor costs in China continue to rise. As a result, companies are increasing the use of automation and robots to reduce costs. Rapid advances in technology are also a major factor. AI, smart machines, and automated systems are now working faster and more accurately than ever before. The Chinese government is also promoting high-tech manufacturing to make the country the world’s largest technology hub. <\/p>\n What goods are produced? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Mobile phones, electronics, car parts and many other high-tech products are produced in dark factories. In some factories, the entire production system is controlled by machines. Robotic weapons perform tasks such as assembly, packing, and inspection. Whereas AI systems monitor everything. <\/p>\n Are people’s jobs at risk? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n One of the biggest concerns about Dark Factory is job security. Many experts believe that the need for workers could be reduced if machines began to perform human tasks. However, some also believe that with new technology, new types of jobs will also be created. The need for technical experts to operate, program, and monitor machines may increase. \u2013Agency<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Kathmandu. Technology is changing rapidly around the world. Many of the tasks that humans used to do are now being done by machines and robots. China is considered a leader in this area. Factories are being built here that require very little human intervention. These factories are called ‘dark factories’. 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