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Main theme: Lean Automation |
Definition
Basically, the symbol is a thoroughly contented
positive face for all those involved in automation
and control technology, be they planners, investors,
operators, manufacturers, integrators, caretakers or
end users.
The arrow encircling the smiley shows that lean
automation means smiling faces right through the
entire life cycle of an installed automation system.
The «Lean Smiley» should be the new face of auto-
mation. Its connotations are in strong contrast to
those currently evoked by the word «automation»,
particularly in the field of building technology. To
achieve the desired effect of lean automation, we
deliberately set the bar very high. Our goals are so
challenging that they simply could not be achieved
by adopting a «business as usual» attitude.
In today’s climate they are highly ambitious. They
have to be, if we want to face up to the challenges of
the future. They won’t be a problem for those who
are adequately prepared.
What are the aims of lean automation?
Automation should mean that twice the amount of
work can be done with half the number of qualified
personnel, at no extra cost.
The doubling of automation is the result of new
legislative requirements (e.g. obligations of proof ),
ever-increasing demands for safety and comfort,
and in particular a huge drive for efficiency caused
by the rising cost of energy and raw materials.
Although strong periodic fluctuations may some-
times relax the pressure to take action, on average
the price of raw materials continues to rise.
The new and rapidly expanding field of automation
is the result of demographic trends. Elderly people
living alone should be able to continue living inde-
pendently in their own homes for as long as possi-
ble. At the same time, in ten years two experienced
professionals taking retirement will be replaced by
just one young trainee who is new to the market.
The result is that, on the one hand, the need for au-
tomation is growing, while on the other, specialized
Lean automation
The introduction of lean production leads to a significant increase
in productivity, flexibility and speed. Stresses and strains in the
factory are simultaneously reduced. The symbol for lean automation
derives from this thoroughly positive effect on production:
Author: Jürgen Lauber
Demographic development
in Germany, a theme for a
postage stamp.
professionals are thin on the
ground.
On closer examination of the
current, much-vaunted hallmarks
of automation, such as:
–
excellence in automation
–
perfection in automation
–
totally integrated automation
it is clear that the proposed aim of automation can-
not be achieved with any of these attitudes. In fact,
they are contradictory. That’s why lean automation
needs to bring something new to the market.
Of course, Saia Burgess has also utilized the develop-
ment of lean automation to boost its own business.
The operative word here is «also». We apply the lean
philosophy across the company. We have internal-
ized the lean way of thinking to such an extent that
we always consider the interests and capabilities of
the entire value chain. Our aim is to achieve opti-
mum integration from supplier to customer. In our
experience, this is the only way to ensure the lasting
satisfaction of all parties involved
in automation.
Naturally, when it comes to lean,
we have something of a head-start
on our competitors. This advan-
tage results from the implemen-
tation f Lean across all processes
in the company. Our company
history and range of technologies
and products are ideal for lean au-
tomation.
Any company today that is still «fat» instead of
«
lean» won’t be able to derive much pleasure from
lean automation. It will have problems even under-
standing lean and will see it as a threat rather than
an opportunity.
Which classic manufacturers of automation and
control technology are already committed to dou-
bling automation for operators/users at no extra
cost? We are. We can see a way to make it financially
attractive for everyone.
Lean = everyone feels good,
plus high performance
The new face
of automation
In less than 10 years, for each
young person who enters the
job market, two experienced
technicians will retire.
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