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FFT Wiki Articles Interesting facts from the field of flexible manufacturing technology

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High-voltage test system (HV test system)

High-voltage test systems are special test and measurement systems that are used to test electrical systems under high voltages. They are used to test the safety, functionality and load capacity of components that operate at high voltages.

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Battery test systems

Battery test systems are technical systems or devices with which batteries can be specifically tested, analysed and evaluated. Such systems are used in areas such as electromobility, electronics development and energy technology.

Battery End-of-Line (EOL)

Battery end-of-line (EOL) refers to the final testing of batteries or battery systems at the end of the production process. This so-called end-of-line testing ensures that every battery produced fulfils the defined quality, safety and performance requirements before it is delivered.

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Component positioning

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)

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OEM and Tier1

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.

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Ergonomics analysis

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.

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Cycle time optimisation

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.

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Raw material production

Raw material production forms the basis for all manufacturing processes. It includes the extraction, processing and refinement of raw materials in order to provide high-quality materials for industry, construction and technology.

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Industry 4.0

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

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.

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Process automation

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.

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Adhesive technology

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.

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Driverless transport systems

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.

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Modern sensors

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.