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Application workshop: practical introduction to the fundamentals of automation.

As an experienced expert in automation and production processes, we will support you as you enter the world of automation. During a two-day workshop in the SCHUNK CoLab, you will learn the basics and find out how to analyze and prioritize your manufacturing potential and develop solution concepts.

Get your ticket and learn the basics of automation!

What can you expect from the workshop?

You will learn how to recognize and evaluate potential applications in your company, how to develop concepts and to carry out feasibility analyses while always keeping an eye on security and risk assessment.

The practical workshop enables you to apply the theory directly in practice at various robot stations and to design, set up and program initial applications in the areas of machine loading, robotic material removal and camera-assisted sorting. You will receive valuable tools that you can use in your own production after the workshop. With SICK AG as our partner, we have an expert in the field of safety assessment at our side.

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  • The basics of automation
    Learn about the challenges and opportunities and
    become familiar with current trends
  • Analysis and practical examples
    Analyze practical example applications and use
    this knowledge to find solutions
  • Safety assessment and risk assessment
    The safety experts at SICK AG will provide all relevant information on standards, regulations and CE certifications.

  • The right approach
    Step-by-step procedure from identification to solution
  • Implementation directly alongside the robot
    You will learn the basics of robot programming and
    programming applications in the area of machine loading,
    Machining with the robot or sorting and separating

Who is the workshop suitable for?

Employees of small or medium-sized enterprises (SME) who would like to get started with automation. Persons responsible for ensuring the competitiveness of companies by automating manual processes.

Learn the basics of automation and acquire initial experience of the correct approach, robot programming and the basics of safety technology in order to tackle automation independently or together with suitable partners.

Discover the benefits from our application workshop?

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  • Bring expert knowledge directly into the company
    Benefit from in-depth expertise in the automation of industrial processes. Our experts will share practical knowledge with you on the optimizing manual sequences, using robotics in production and understanding current safety regulations. This is how you create the basis for future-proof decisions.

  • Tools for everyday production
    After the workshop you won't just be informed – you will be ready to take action. You will receive proven methods and tools that you can apply directly in your production. Whether for potential analysis, concept development, or process optimization: our tools help you to implement concrete improvements.

  • Building a strong network
    Take the opportunity to network with leading automation experts and other companies. The personal exchange opens up new perspectives and creates the basis for future cooperation and projects.

  • Secure long-term competitiveness
    Automation is not a trend – it is a decisive factor for sustainable corporate success. Our workshop is your introduction to digital transformation. Reduce manual processes, increase your efficiency, and remain competitive in the future.

  • Certificate as proof of your competence
    At the end of the workshop, you will receive an official certificate confirming your participation and the acquisition of specific specialist knowledge. This certificate not only serves as personal proof of qualification, but also supports your company in obtaining ISO 9001 certification. Show your customers, partners, and auditors that you take the requirements for quality and process optimization seriously and that you are actively working on them.

Program sequence

Workshop day 1

  • Introduction to automation
    • History, current trends and developments
    • Challenges and opportunities
  • Entry into automation
    • Analysis of real applications
  • Identification and evaluation of potential applications
    • Actual recording of manual processes
    • Estimate the probability of automation
  • Characterization of individual process steps
    • Identification and division into basic processes
    • Detailed process breakdown and presentation of solution concepts
  • Deep-dive robotics and end effectors
    • Basics of robot programming
    • Implementing simple motion sequences directly alongside the robot
    • Commissioning and implementation of end effectors
    • Programming of smaller applications
    • Safety assessment and commissioning of safety technology

Workshop day 2

  • Feasibility analysis of challenging process steps
    • Typical challenges of various applications
    • Validation process and possibilities
  • Design and implementation of various use cases
    • Analysis of manual use cases
    • Concept development and component selection
    • Assembly and commissioning on the robot
    • Programming of an application
    • Analysis and optimization
  • Deep-dive safety assessment in collaboration with SICK
    • Standards and regulations
    • Risk assessment
    • CE certification
  • Summary and next steps
    • Support options
    • Automation workshop
    • Lessons learned

Register now and safe the date!

Wed, Nov. 19 – Thu, Nov. 20, 2025

Wed, Feb. 4 – Thu, Feb 5, 2026

Wed, May 6 – Thu, May 7, 2026

Wed, Sep. 16 – Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Wed, Nov. 18 – Thu, Nov. 19, 2026