The Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology and Automation IPA has been testing products in the cleanroom industry for over 30 years according to recognized testing procedures and standards for cleanroom suitability. Companies or institutions that can present the certificate "Fraunhofer TESTE…

Designed for efficient cleaning of components with filmic contaminants, LK Mechanik's new workpiece carrier system is a state-of-the-art solution. In its first expansion stage, it consists of thin-walled stainless steel baskets available in two sizes, whose sophisticated construction ensures optimal…

The CEC Working Group "Manual Re-Inspection" has developed a guideline for manual re-inspection within the framework of automated light-optical evaluation according to VDA 19.1. This is now available free of charge to all interested parties through the CEC.

In regular discussion rounds, the CEC Worki…

The joy of the plastics and rubber industry about finally being able to meet in person again on a global level after three years shaped the course of K 2022 Düsseldorf and created an excellent atmosphere among the 3,037 exhibitors. The companies reported exceptionally good contacts and a clear willi…

"We ask to come forward... the managing directors Gaby Schilling, Ute Schilling, and Günther Schilling of SCHILLING ENGINEERING GmbH for being awarded the Honor Plaque for their many years of outstanding achievements!"

At the festive ceremony of the 28th competition for the most important German busi…

Together with the consulting firm CIM Aachen, Rodriguez examined the processes in manufacturing and defined approaches for optimization. Part of this strategy is the introduction of the Business Intelligence tool Qlik Sense. In addition to improved master data quality and process transparency, the i…

– Proof-of-Concept (PoC) successfully links primary packaging to their secure digital twin via an individual ID

– Users gain immediate access to quality and process data of products at item level

– Digital authenticity and reliability are ensured through patented cryptographic anchors and digital cert…

SMC, the leading manufacturer, partner, and solutions provider for pneumatic and electrical automation technology, is appearing for the first time in the Top 50 of the most innovative global companies by Forbes Magazine. The magazine annually highlights companies that possess a particularly strong c…

Electronic and mechanical components for medical technology must meet the highest standards – both technically and in terms of availability and reliability. Today more than ever, products that are highly available in the long term and at the same time innovative are what matter and determine success…

Just how interdisciplinary cleanroom technology is also shows the selection of this year's nominees for the Cleanzone Award 2022. The five projects together cover the diverse areas of cleanroom technology, including technology, logistics, digitalisation and training. They provide exciting perspectiv…