Fatal Accident: Man Crushed to Death by Industrial Robot in South Korean Distribution Centre

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Fatal Accident: Man Crushed to Death by Industrial Robot in South Korean Distribution Centre
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A man in his 40s was crushed to death by an industrial robot at a distribution center in South Korea. The robot, which was handling boxes of produce, failed to differentiate the man from the boxes and pushed his upper body against the conveyor belt, resulting in fatal injuries. This incident highlights the need for improved safety measures in the use of industrial robots.

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