FFT Wiki Interesting facts from the field of flexible manufacturing technology

Component positioning describes the process of precisely placing electronic, mechanical or electromechanical components on a given carrier structure, such as a printed circuit board (PCB)

OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) are manufacturers of end products, while Tier 1 suppliers deliver components or systems directly to OEMs. Both play a key role in the supply chain of the automotive and manufacturing industry.

Ergonomics analysis in production ensures safe, healthy and efficient workplaces. By adapting the working environment and processes, stress is reduced, productivity is increased and employee satisfaction is enhanced.

Cycle time optimisation aims to minimise the cycle time in production processes in order to increase efficiency and throughput. By analysing and adapting processes, resources are better utilised and bottlenecks are reduced.

Industry 4.0 describes the networking of machines, systems and products using digital technologies. It enables intelligent, flexible and efficient production processes and the integration of data for the smart manufacturing of the future.

White goods include large household appliances such as fridges, washing machines and dishwashers. They play a central role in everyday life and are manufactured efficiently, durably and energy-efficiently using modern production techniques.

Process optimisation aims to make production processes more efficient, faster and more cost-effective. Through analysis, digitalisation and automation, resources are better utilised, quality is increased and throughput times are reduced.

Adhesive bonding technology is becoming increasingly important as a modern joining process in the 21st century. It enables stable connections between identical and different materials and plays a key role in the development of multi-material structures.

Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are automated solutions for in-house material transport. AGVs move independently along defined routes and transport loads automatically and without human control.

Modern sensors are key components of smart technologies. They record precise physical or chemical variables and enable automated, networked processes in industry, mobility, medicine and everyday life.