trends in automation

at the training factory have various

training stands equipped with original

components and software as used in

production. With managers and technical

experts as trainers and target group-

specific learning scenarios, training

sessions can be held close to the work-

place at short intervals.

For Manfred Zahn, Head of Qualification at

Festo, one of the reasons for the develop-

ment of the training factory is the short

route between work and learning: “This

makes it easy to build the lessons into the

normal working day,” he explains, adding:

“Another important reason is that the

training factory allows us to test technical

innovations in interdisciplinary groups

made up of engineering experts and pro-

duction staff such as operators and plant

managers – right across all hierarchies.”

New employees all receive an hour and

a half introductory training in the training

factory, which is held fortnightly. This pro-

vides them with an overview of general

Places of inspiration and communication

Comfortable seating areas, conference tables, individual workstations

tucked away in corners, and a big media wall as an interactive

gateway to the data world. The four atmospheric working spaces –

each with its own unique colour scheme – at the Scharnhausen

Technology Plant provide ample room for the development of prod-

ucts and cooperative technology, as well as for interdisciplinary

exchange. The interactive media walls can be used by several

employees at the same time and allow videoconferencing with

other locations worldwide. The sophisticated space concept pro-

vides the ideal platform for close cooperation, effective working

and easy interaction.

CP Factory:

this comprehensive, modular and extendable factory

model for Industry 4.0 represents many areas of the value chain.