The Smart Workstation: Technology That Supports

A modern assembly workstation is much more than a bench with tools — it’s a smart system that actively supports workers. Robust and high-performance tools form the foundation. These tools must be compact, maintenance-free, and seamlessly integrated with the worker assistance system.

Our SMART WORK ASSISTANT (SWA) is specifically designed to meet these needs. These compact computing units provide the interfaces necessary to connect devices such as screwdriving systems, pick-to-light solutions, or camera systems. Thanks to their space-saving design, they can be discreetly mounted behind monitors. Mobile device integration — such as tablets or laptops — further expands use cases, for example in material logistics. For pick-to-light applications, we use components from KBS electronic, known for their robustness, ease of modification, and low wiring requirements.

Thanks to network connectivity, the SWA units can also be integrated into ERP systems andenable remote support — making them not only a core component of the workstation but also a key factor in process reliability and efficiency.

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all about automation

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The all about automation trade fair in Hamburg is the meeting place for professionals in industrial automation across Northern Germany. Discover innovative solutions and discuss modern worker assistance systems with us at booth 571.
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User Meeting

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Darmstadt
The 9th ELAM User Conference will take place in June. Many new features, insightful presentations, and valuable discussions centered around our ELAM software await you. More information coming soon.
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SCB Expert Days Nuremberg

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Nuremberg
Enter into dialogue with experts and experience the complete cycle of control cabinet construction in small groups: "From digital to physical".
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