Numerous research, development and production processes call for a low-particle environment. Additional areas with a much lower particle concentration are sometimes needed within these cleanrooms to protect particularly sensitive...

There is no avoiding automation – and cobots play a key role in this. Yet many SMEs shy away from the new technology because they feel overwhelmed by the complex safety aspects that are part and parcel of using collaborative robots....

Indicator lights and machine traffic lights have become a firmly established aspect of intralogistics operations, providing information about operating statuses and fill levels. In most cases, however, companies are restricted to...

Combining short delivery times with efficient, flexible manufacturing, lean production has been regarded as standard practice for cutting-edge manufacturing ever since the 2000s. Numerous lean methods are available to help companies...

The skills shortage is driving the development of collaborative robots (cobots), which are now even taking on complex joining processes such as welding. DAST Schweisstechnik GmbH, for example, has decided to use the “INNA” robot...

Intralogistics is all about moving materials quickly, which is where the new solutions from item come in. At LogiMAT 2024, the pioneer in building kit systems for industrial applications is exhibiting an ingenious innovation for...