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“Chaku” translates as “load” or “insert”. Using the same word twice – “Chaku-Chaku” – offers a clue that this particular lean production method is based on comparatively simple working processes.
In manufacturing today, we talk a lot about “workflow”. The term “workflow” can be described as a sequence of connected steps with the idea of creating a streamlined process without delays or gaps between each of the steps.
Continuous improvement is at the heart of all lean production methods. This goes hand in hand with approaches such as avoiding waste ...
Advantages of Robots in Industry: Robotics Applications
Robots have all kinds of advantages in industry. Amongst other things, they enable the automated production of small batch sizes, ease the strain on staff, improve quality standards, ...
Ideal Working Environments for Robots
Networking, researching, and training - the Mehnert Lab in Erfurt sees itself as a platform for industrial cooperation in the age of Industry 4.0.
Robotics and Linear Technology – A Perfect Combination
Cleverly combining robotics with linear technology brings huge advantages for companies - maximizing potential savings and boosting process efficiency.
New Products from item – Explore the Highlights!
Better organization, heavier lifting, simpler fastening – the spring 2021 new products from item are at least as versatile as our new Cube Fastening Sets!
Automated COVID Testing Thanks to a Tireless Robot
The sheer scale of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to numerous innovative developments in industry to provide efficient solutions to meet the multitude of new challenges.
Manufacturing Masks – Using Your Own Production Facilities
The coronavirus pandemic saw the demand for masks skyrocket. Meeting that demand meant finding solutions fast.
Investigating Trends and the Future of Robotics in Manufacturing
Whether for reducing carbon footprint, activating new markets, or securing supply chains, the prevalence of robotics in industrial manufacturing continues to grow.
Experts Innovate with Robotics
How item's Eastern Canada team used innovation to meet a customers' needs.
Human-Robot Collaboration: The Benefits of Cobots in Industrial Production
Robots in industrial production can help human employees lighten their workload and – indirectly - even protect them. We are taking a look at these and other benefits of human-robot collaboration in this post.