Fraunhofer Institute for Casting, Composite and Processing Technology IGCV
Fraunhofer Institute for Casting, Composite and Processing Technology IGCV

Learning factory for networked production

Experience digitalization in assembly

In the learning factory for networked production, digitalization in the production and assembly of customer-specific products is brought to life. Remote-controlled cars can be assembled with varying degrees of digitalization. Visitors can try out, test and compare technologies, systems and processes for themselves. They will be shown how data transparency can be used to respond more quickly to customer inquiries, how production can be controlled based on key figures and made more efficient, and how role models can change as a result of digitalization.

Our educational game »from paper-based to digitalized production« is a special highlight for all managers, decision-makers and employees from the production environment and related business areas who are already considering or implementing initial solutions and are fundamentally interested in digitalization!

Montage kundenindividueller Produkte in der Lernfabrik
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Assembly of customized products in the learning factory

The Learning Factory showcases the following topics and technologies:

  • Auto ID technologies such as RFID, NFC, UWB or barcode
  • Assistance systems for employees in manual assembly and maintenance
  • Digital store floor management and visualization of key figures for production analysis
  • Production planning services such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
  • Quality assurance with the help of augmented reality

 

Interaktives Ausprobieren neuer Technologien
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Interaktives Ausprobieren neuer Technologien

Offers in the learning factory

  • Further education: Educational game »From paper-based to paperless production«
  • Workshop: »Brainstorming Digitalization«
  • Workshop: »Visualizing KPIs in production - dashboards for production planning and control«
  • Workshop: »Usability and acceptance of assistance systems«
  • Workshop: »Recognizing the potential of augmented reality«
  • Workshop: »Identifying and localizing orders and components«

Contact us for customized formats tailored to your needs!

Continuing education - the learning game in the learning factory

In the one-day educational game »from paper-based to digitalized production«, the assembly of model cars is gradually digitalized in three rounds: from order slips on paper to electronic production data acquisition with barcodes to automatic order recognition and assembly instructions on the tablet.

Participants interactively learn about and compare different technologies in direct application in a simulated production scenario. They learn to realistically assess the challenges and potential of digitalization.

Between the game rounds, basic knowledge about the technologies and methods used is imparted in short content-related impulses and reflection rounds. Through discovery-based and problem-oriented learning, knowledge is built up sustainably and acceptance for the sensible integration of new technologies and assistance systems is promoted.

Information:

  • 8-13 participants
  • One-day format
  • Learning game in three rounds supplemented by theoretical impulses and moderated reflection rounds
  • Training documents for all participants

The one-day learning game can be booked with additional modules, such as a workshop on brainstorming in your own company. We would be happy to develop an offer to suit you!

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Key topics in the learning factory

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Digital shop floor management

  • Relevant key figures are visualized digitally for specific roles
  • A KPI-based analysis creates transparency in production and helps to identify weak points and optimization potential
  • Workshop: Visualizing KPIs in production - dashboards for production planning and control

© Fraunhofer IGCV / Bernd Müller

Assistance systems in the digital workplace

  • Digital assistance systems help with manual assembly: work instructions, pick-by-light systems, camera-based assistance and intelligent screwdrivers
  • Systems for information input and output and for on-site operation are tested and compared
  • Workshop: Usability and acceptance of assistance systems

© Fraunhofer IGCV / Bernd Müller

Augmented reality: assistance for production processes

  • Augmented reality systems offer a wide range of options for supporting employees during assembly and maintenance
  • Using glasses or tablets, the environment is enhanced with descriptive content or instructions depending on the situation and task
  • Workshop: Recognizing the potential of augmented reality

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Identification and localization with Auto-ID

  • Auto-ID technologies (e.g. RFID, NFC) can be used to track orders
  • Ultra-Wideband (UWB) enables real-time positioning and therefore precise documentation and analysis of production processes
  • Workshop: Identifying and localizing orders and components

Individual
offers

 

We would be happy to work with you to develop an individually tailored training program. Simply contact us with a non-binding inquiry.

 

You will find further offers for professional development at the Fraunhofer IGCV here.

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Industry solutions

The key sectors of Fraunhofer IGCV:

  • Mechanical and plant engineering
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive and commercial vehicles
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Competences

We are shaping the way into the future of efficient engineering, networked production and intelligent multi-material solutions.

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