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flag Toyota adds humanoid robots to Ontario plant to assist with logistics, not replace workers.

flag Toyota is deploying three humanoid robots named Digit at its Woodstock, Ontario plant to handle repetitive logistics tasks like moving parts totes and restocking shelves, aiming to reduce worker strain and free employees for higher-value work. flag The robots, made by Agility Robotics, are not replacing human workers, with Toyota confirming no job losses are expected despite the plant already using over 500 automated delivery robots and having expanded its workforce. flag Industry leaders say the technology complements human labor, improving safety and efficiency, while some union representatives express concern about long-term job displacement, noting robots don’t require breaks or benefits. flag The move reflects a growing trend in manufacturing, with global industrial robot installations doubling in a decade and the humanoid robotics market projected to grow from $500 million to over $6 billion by 2030.

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