Visit from Offenburg University of Applied Sciences

The visit from Offenburg University of Applied Sciences was different from usual, as this time it wasn’t just us imparting knowledge. Prof. Isele and his mechanical engineering students presented their own start-up to our managing directors, Edeltraud Syllwasschy and Michael Gleich, and brought some fresh ideas with them.

Two graduates presented their project, which focuses on optimising the feeding of parts to automated assembly machines

The focus was on a newly developed solution that uses a 3D printer to manufacture customised feeding systems. The aim is to integrate components into automated assembly processes more efficiently, flexibly and cost-effectively. The practical approach was particularly impressive: by using modern manufacturing technologies, bespoke solutions can be quickly adapted to specific requirements. 

The exchange with the students and Prof. Isele was extremely enriching and impressively demonstrated the potential inherent in young, innovative ideas – particularly in the collaboration between academia and industry.

Significance for the region and future skilled workers 

During the tour of our production facilities, the guests followed the individual production steps with great interest – from the processing of plastic granules and injection moulding to the fully automated assembly of our writing instruments.

The visit demonstrates once again how important the link between industry and universities is: For the students, the day offered insights into industrial manufacturing processes, inspiration for future projects and dissertations, as well as opportunities to make contacts for internships or career entry. For us, in turn, dialogue with future engineers is a valuable contribution to securing a skilled workforce and to the further development of our production processes.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Prof. Alfred Isele and all the students for their keen interest and look forward to future joint projects.