Human-Robot Collaboration: The Benefits of Cobots in Industrial Production
Robots in industrial production can help human employees lighten their workload and – [...]
Chaku-Chaku – the lean way to organize work
Time to take a look at Chaku-Chaku, another inspiring lean method. “Chaku” translates [...]
Why the customer experience in mechanical engineering is becoming increasingly important
Globalization and digitization are giving customers all the information and opportunities to compare [...]
Ergologistic® the perfect balance
Ergonomic work benches and efficient intralogistics: Solutions in perfect harmony. The main function [...]
Human and artificial intelligence combined – research at AIXLAB
Researching and utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in an industrial context is currently a [...]
Artificial intelligence in mechanical engineering
Artificial intelligence was long considered the stuff of science fiction. That’s no longer [...]
What is your Containment Strategy?
A look and some preventative options to keep your employees safe from the [...]
Newcomers big on (at)traction at the Railway Challenge
Full speed ahead for future mobility with the next generation. Major changes of [...]
How digitalization is changing mechanical engineering
The item future trends study offers valuable insights into the future of mechanical [...]
Stairway expertise – pitches and more
Not all stairways are the same. Pitch and the space available make the [...]
Data security in mechanical engineering – a beginner’s guide
There’s no doubt that digitalization is fundamentally changing mechanical engineering. Companies have to [...]
The key digitalisation terminology at a glance
It’s not always easy to maintain an overview in the maze of digitization [...]
Introducing the item Solution Center
A New Way to Find Your Next Solution Here at item, we call [...]
The Importance of Ergonomics: It’s All Greek to Me
Building a strong case for the benefits of an ergonomic workplace. Ergonomics is [...]
ESD safety – the basics in layman’s terms
ESD damage may be invisible to the naked eye, but it can have [...]
Lean production – visual management at a glance
How companies can boost efficiency in production through visual communication. Continuous improvement is [...]
A world tour with aluminium profiles
From Germany to the Great Wall of China and Shanghai, then back home [...]
Versatile industrial work benches for the CURRENTA training campus
Countless trainees are being taught at modular aluminium work benches at CHEMPARK. CURRENTA [...]
Defining and demonstrating strengths for success in mechanical engineering
Today’s digital marketing methods offer mechanical engineering companies a whole host of options [...]
Coaching KATA an important aspect of lean processes
Improving production means supporting staff with targeted coaching. The continuous improvement process is [...]
Measures to combat stress in the workplace
Although nobody likes to talk about it, it is by no means unusual [...]
Jidoka – definition, origins and benefits
Want to detect errors automatically? That’s no problem with the Jidoka lean production [...]
The true importance of IT security for SMEs
Many SMEs don’t see IT security as a high priority, but it’s becoming [...]
A technology competition that fosters team spirit
From engineering a miniature car and designing a pit display to putting teamwork [...]
Lean production terminology at a glance
Highly promising methods for boosting efficiency – a compact guide for beginners. [...]
Mechanical engineering podcasts – ten interesting tips
Free and accessible round the clock, podcasts offer in-depth and carefully prepared content [...]
TUM meets Hyperloop – innovative new generation of engineers
TUM students are turning the vision of a high-speed tube transport system for [...]
Automatically find the perfect automation solution
Find out how intelligent software is simplifying the configuration and commissioning of linear [...]
Innovation for ergonomics – 3D software that works with you
Camera, action and direct assessment – a thrilling glimpse into the future of [...]
Going oval for a more rounded ride
Engineers have been continuously developing the humble bicycle for near on 200 years, [...]
European XFEL – the world’s largest X-ray laser
How cleanroom technology is supporting one of today’s most important research projects. Deep [...]
