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Inside Lego's Robot Factory Where Toys Get Made

How does Lego keep up with demand for one of the world's favorite toys? Precise machinery and clever robots mostly.

Mar 4, 2016

How does Lego keep up with demand for one of the world's favorite toys? Precise machinery and clever robots mostly. Bloomberg's David Tweed gives a tour of the major processes in this Willy Wonka-style factory. (Source: Bloomberg)

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