The existing collaboration between Joofy Innovation and NGE is the cornerstone of NGE’s support for this pioneering network. The network will combine Joofy Innovation’s expertise with the support of partners such as NGE’s Flex Production ecosystem to jointly develop innovative solutions that meet the challenges of modern production.
The potential of Artificial Intelligence
FlexProduction focuses on the integration of AI technologies to not only improve the efficiency of production processes, but also to increase adaptability to dynamic market requirements.
The Goal
Enrich traditional manufacturing processes with intelligent technology – thereby enabling a significant increase in efficiency and quality in production
Die Herausforderung
Due to increasing demand for individual and high-quality products, companies are faced with the challenge of realizing small batch sizes as well as variant-rich series production efficiently and cost-effectively.
Die Lösung
FlexProduction focuses on the development of AI-based processes that make it possible to digitize empirical knowledge, transfer production know-how into intelligent quality management systems and enable an increase in quality, resource efficiency and resilience of companies by orchestrating various technologies.
Innovative solutions for flexible production
The vision of FlexProduction is to use interdisciplinary research projects, targeted matchmaking, knowledge exchange and strategic partnerships to drive forward product and process developments that make multi-variant production sustainable using artificial intelligence. A particular focus is on the development of:
- AI-based processes for the (partial) automation of manual activities, in particular through the use of mobile and collaborative robot systems
- Approaches for the simple application of AI in series processes of industrial quality assurance through innovative no-code solutions.
- Strategies for the digitalization and virtualization of production and production systems that embody the basic principles of Industry 4.0
Goals and visions of FlexProduction: Shaping the future through innovation
- Association of innovative technology providers, manufacturing companies and research institutions
- Embodying a profound idea for the manufacturing industry
- Overcoming current and future challenges, with a clear focus on sustainability, efficiency and intelligence in the production process
- Driving the manufacturing industry forward through innovative solutions
The partner companies of FlexProduction
- SSI Software Services GmbH: Developer of high-quality software solutions that drive industrial automation and data management forward
- trescore GmbH: Specialist for individual IoT system solutions from consulting to implementation
- NeuroControls GmbH: Innovator in the field of cognitive edge sensors and systems for advanced process monitoring
- Ansmann AG: Leading battery manufacturer specializing in the development, production and sale of batteries and rechargeable batteries
- InnoPower Industrieakkutechnik GmbH: Offers innovative solutions in the field of industrial batteries and energy storage systems
- VRI GmbH Batterie Technik: Specialized in the development of individual battery solutions and comprehensive energy concepts
Partner research institutions
as pillars of progress
In order to achieve the ambitious goals of FlexProduction, support from renowned research institutions is essential. These include:
- Technische Universität Berlin: Researches in the field of machine tools and factory operations, specializing in the development of production technologies and smart factory solutions
- Fraunhofer-Institut für Keramische Technologien und Systeme IKTS: The Battery Innovation and Technology Center (BITC) at Fraunhofer IKTS in Arnstadt is involved in production research for energy storage systems such as sodium batteries or lithium-ion batteries
- BIBA - Bremer Institut für Produktion und Logistik GmbH: Involved in research into intelligent production and logistics systems, particularly in the areas of production planning, control and robotics
- Fraunhofer IIS, Arbeitsgruppe Supply Chain Services: Focused on the development of AutoML methods for industrial applications to enable process optimization and decision support through machine learning
- Technische Universität Chemnitz: Conducts research in the field of measurement and sensor technology and is particularly dedicated to the development of intelligent sensors and sensor systems, including those based on nanotechnology
Cooperation that makes new things possible
FlexProduction aims to make the manufacturing industry a place where flexibility, efficiency and innovation are not just buzzwords, but a reality. Through close cooperation between industry and research, we aim to strengthen the value chains and sustainably increase the competitiveness of our partners.
