Human-Robot Collaboration

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification Fraunhofer Austria, and Joanneum Research set up an exemplary human-robot collaboration system at TU Vienna’s Pilot Factory Industry 4.0 (Pilotfabrik Industrie 4.0) Aspern. The insights gained provide valuable incentives for future industrial production processes. It has become impossible to imagine the economy of the future without the cooperation of humans and robots. In contrast to earlier trends favouring unattended production automation, today, it is about optimum designs for production systems with combinations of humans and machines.

TUV Austria Human-Robot Collabration In such Human Robot-Collaboration (HRC), each participant plays a part in their unique abilities. Humans score with their methodology, intuition, flexibility, faculties, and problem-solving orientation, while machines do so with high repetition accuracy, force, and precision as well as with more documentation.

Both together not only increase production efficiency but also ensure an additional boost in quality. TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification, Fraunhofer Austria, and Joanneum Research contribute specific know-how regarding risk assessment in terms of machinery safety, IT security, production management, and production logistics, as well as metrological assessment of HRC systems. TU Vienna’s Industry 4.0 Pilot Factory (Industrie 4.0 Pilotfabrik) enables the testing and research of new product concepts in a protected, low-risk environment.

Safety plays an essential role in the process. Christoph Schwald, corporate innovation manager of TUV AUSTRIA: “Efficiency enhancement and quality improvement can only be successfully implemented in HRC applications if appropriate safety systems are allowed for. Safety must be taken into consideration comprehensively, meaning both functional safety and information security. In an Industry 4.0 context, IT security and machinery safety grow together entirely.”

More in it for the economy

The findings of the tests are transferred directly to industry and business. Fabian Ranz from Fraunhofer Austria: “In addition to the safety aspects, the biggest challenges are not only to ensure technical feasibility but also to guarantee the economic efficiency of the processes. Only then will we achieve a point at which industry will be ready to put the principles we are exploring here into practice.” Michael Hofbaur is setting up a robotics research centre for Joanneum Research.

The researcher introduces the expertise available there to the metrological assessment of HRC systems. “With our findings, we are providing additional added value for the Pilotfabrik in Aspern. Robotics requires specific knowledge, in assembling parts, for instance. We create safe and secure applications through appropriate configurations.”

Production of the future

Robotics has made significant progress in recent years and is constantly evolving. The experts at TUV AUSTRIA, Fraunhofer, and Joanneum Research emphasize that science and technology partners need to develop solutions for dealing with safety and security concerns and risk issues.

TUV AUSTRIA BIC. CERTIFIES THE FINEST INDUSTRIAL PLANTS ALL OVER PAKISTAN

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification awarded its internationally renowned ISO 9001 Certification to Peoples Steel Mills Ltd, a world-class alloy and unique steel manufacturer finest industrial plant located in Karachi, Pakistan. Set up by the Government of Pakistan in 1975 with Japanese assistance.

The Finest Industrial Plants was upgraded in 1996 through a comprehensive balancing & modernization program with technical help from Bohler of Austria.

TUV Austria Industrial Plants

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification The leading Engineering and QA/QC organization in Pakistan has skilled and trained 300 grades of the steel-producing layout. The steel mills contribute to the automotive, defence, machinery construction, special/high rise buildings, transportation, and engineering sectors. TUV AUSTRIA Group has the honour of serving customers in more than 300 areas of expertise.

TUV Group boasts a presence of 50 plus offices in more than 40 countries. Its scope of services is extensive in food safety, quality, environmental, occupational health and safety, and other critical sectors.

Safety/security concept for collaborative work systems

Safety/Security Concept for Collaborative Work Systems

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification offers a complete service package in the field of industrial robotics.

Risk analysis according to ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066:2016, assessment of biomechanical limit values according to ISO/TS 15066:2016
Support and guidance for development with design and process FMEAs (Failure Mode and Effects Analyses), workplace evaluation
Test of functional safety: electrical, electronic, electronically programmable systems, electromagnetic compatibility, electrical tests, type examination according to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, CE conformity assessment/verifications
IT security manages verification of secure data networking and transmission within the system and to the outside; simulation of attacks on the infrastructure (penetration tests), network security according to ISO/IEC 18028, setup/auditing of information security systems.

Safety/Security Concepts Keys

Safety/Security Concepts for Collaborative Work Systems involve multiple individuals working together to achieve a common goal. These systems often rely on sharing information, resources, and knowledge, which can increase productivity and introduce potential security risks. To ensure the safety and security of collaborative work systems, here are some key concepts to keep in mind:

Access Control: Implement access control mechanisms to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive information and resources. This can include password protection, two-factor authentication, and role-based access control.
Encryption: Use encryption to protect sensitive data and communications.
Regular Audits: Conduct system audits to identify potential security vulnerabilities and risks. This can include vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and periodic security assessments.
Backup and Recovery: Implement backup and recovery mechanisms to ensure that critical data and resources can be restored during a security breach or system failure. This can include regular backups, disaster recovery plans, and redundant systems.
Employee Training: Train employees on safe computing practices and cybersecurity awareness. This can include password hygiene, phishing awareness, and social engineering.
Incident Response: Develop an incident response plan to quickly detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents. This can include procedures for reporting incidents, identifying the source of the problem, and mitigating the impact of the incident.

By implementing these concepts, you can help ensure the Safety/Security Concept for Collaborative Work Systems of your collaborative work systems, protecting sensitive information and resources while enabling effective collaboration among team members.

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New President at CEOC

TUV AUSTRIA CEO Stefan Haas is the new president of the International Confederation of Inspection and Certification Organisations.

Within the latest general meeting of the International Confederation of Inspection and Certification Organisations in Lyon, France, Stefan Haas was elected as the new president.

New President at CEOC TUV Austria

With an office in Brussels, CEOC represents its members from 19 countries both vis-à-vis the European Union and in the international arena.

Haas wants to use his three-year term of office to expand CEOC in the European and international arenas to promote cooperation projects and be a competent go-to partner for developing safety guidelines and quality standards.

Together with the CEOC management team, Haas intends to give this central priority at the European and international levels. Those to benefit from this are the member companies and, in particular, their customers and buying public—because only products, services, and processes that have been tested for safety and quality make for a palpable sense of safety and security.

TUV AUSTRIA – 145 years of safety: From inspection to innovation

The history of TUV AUSTRIA began 145 years ago, on June 11, 1872, with the founding of the “Dampfkesseluntersuchungs- und Versicherungsgesellschaft” [Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company]. A lot has happened since then,

That’s true. TUV AUSTRIA was founded during the first Industrial Revolution. The idea was for us to act as an advisor to the industry during development because, in the early days of steam technology, it experienced some difficulties. These days’ new trend is “Industry 4.0”; we were active even during “Industry 1.0”.

TUV AUSTRIA – 145 years of safety: From inspection to innovation

What is the company’s role today? Something like “TUV 4.0”?

We have long since gone beyond testing, monitoring, and inspection. Instead, we want to act as advisors to technological development. Industry 4.0 is currently emerging. There are as yet no standards or regulations to perform tests, and they are only just in the process of being established. But we don’t want to wait that long. We want to be there right from the start to meet the challenges involved.

Can you specify the nature of these challenges?

On the one hand, the idea of Industry 4.0 offers considerable advantages in terms of flexibility thanks to networked production. But, on the other hand, the system as a whole becomes more exposed. As a result, we have to discuss matters of security on a whole new level. Since the Stuxnet virus in 2010 at the latest, we know that industrial control systems are just as vulnerable to attacks from outside.

Imagine what would happen in a completely networked production chain when one element in this chain suffered extended disruption due to a hacker attack or industrial espionage. Production is exposed to dramatically higher levels of risk these days. And we have to be proactive in counteracting this risk.

At the moment, the industry is engrossed in the 4.0 hype. What is the level of awareness regarding IT security?

In my opinion, it is not given adequate consideration, but we have to keep a watchful eye on the matter: a fully automated production site is simply heaven for hackers. Many of them will try to get in there – and some will succeed. Sometimes with catastrophic consequences. This is why we have to address the subject from a conceptual point of view, starting with the first link of the development chain. Besides IT security, there is also the factor of physical safety.

As with the latest human-machine assemblies, for example. These innovations are fascinating: ultra-heavy loads are lifted by robots while humans precision assembly works on a different part of the workpiece. There used to be separate secure areas. Now they are merging. It means that much higher levels of safety will have to be guaranteed than today.

Which measures does TUV AUSTRIA take to provide for these new levels?

We want to act as midwives for the necessary technologies. It also applies to communication standards. We must keep in mind that fully automated machines have to communicate with each other. The main question at the moment is how and according to which parameters.

There is an ongoing standardization dispute between US American and German companies. Regardless of who will define the standard in the end, matters of IT security will have to be considered from the start. We will act as observers and make sure that this criterion is met.

What are the weakest spots in a fully automated production plant, and what can entrepreneurs do to prevent a possible attack?

Must identify all objects in a production plant to work together flexibly: machine, workpiece, raw material – each object must be locatable and identifiable, for example, by attributing individual IP addresses to them. But today, this also means vulnerability. A production system, therefore, needs to be designed in a way that prevents security gaps right from the start: by integrating relevant mechanisms, by preferential use of internal networks, by requesting logs, etc.

When do you expect the global breakthrough of 4.0?

I don’t believe that there will be an all-encompassing revolution, as many assume. It will be an evolutionary change. I don’t expect companies to manufacture their products in an entirely different way ten years from now. I will apply some aspects of 4.0 by then. It’s the industry’s age-old dream of a lot size “one.” The dream of all lean-management experts is to achieve production efficiency for each customer without cost disadvantage. Industry 4.0 is the means to get there. This is why this “(r)evolution” cannot be stopped.

A further topic currently under discussion among representatives of domestic industry and commerce is “energy efficiency.” The new relevant law is intended to pave the way for it in Austria.

Yes, that’s the plan, but allow me to interject: I am sceptical whether that law is the proper stimulus to achieve this.

Why?

The issue is being addressed from the wrong angle in Austria. It would be necessary for companies to become aware of the potential inherent in energy efficiency. I have worked in the industry for many years, and I know that dealing with this subject can act as a substantial trigger: millions of euros can be saved by making comparatively small expenditures. However, when this is forced on market participants, I fear that many will concentrate solely on observing the laws and updating verifications instead of actively utilizing the potential.

There are still some further uncertainties regarding the Energy Efficiency Act (Energieeffizienz-Gesetz – EEffG). Both the guideline regulation and the competent monitoring body have yet to be determined.

True. We get many inquiries on this subject from various branches of industry. Of course, we at TUV AUSTRIA will assist our customers in implementing the law. But we suspect that entrepreneurs will be less concerned with actually saving energy than with meeting the requirements of the EEffG to the last detail. It’s worth taking a look at Germany in this context. The topic has been dealt with very differently by industry there. They are fighting for it. The legislative body has acted more decisively and created much more awareness for energy efficiency. Unfortunately, Austria lags in this respect.

Where is the place to start saving energy in a classical business?

There are countless ways to approach the subject. All production cycles can be improved: waste heat, motors, supply chains. Lighting is also an issue – especially the use of daylight. Last but not least, fleet management is a factor as well. In the production industry, the most significant aspect is often neglected, however: product design. How much energy can be saved by slight adaptations to the product? We are happy to be there for our customers from the beginning in this respect as well.

Credits: Alexander Kohl, Business People

Strict compliance can help take Halal products exports to $5b

Strict Compliance Can Help Take Halal Products Exports to $5b

Lahore – Halal meat is one of the fastest-growing markets globally, contributing around 16 per cent to world trade. Still, Pakistan’s share in the sector is below its actual potential, necessitating extra efforts from the government to give a much-needed boost to this sector.

It was stated by APBF founding president and TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification CEO Rashid Mehr.
He said that demand for halal products had increased manifolds because of the growing Muslim population worldwide, and the government should encourage exports of such products.

The CEO asked the exporters to continue to explore the world market and focus on research and compliance, which is a must while doing business in the global marketplace.

The strict halal compliance, quality certification, and state support could help take an export of halal products to $5 to $6 billion.

“TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification is doing the needful to promote halal products, but the government would have to come up with an incentive package to encourage exports of good quality Halal food,” he added.

Unfortunately, no Muslim country features among the top 10 halal meat exporters, although Pakistan, Sudan, and other Muslim nations can export meat on a big scale.
Rashid Mehr said Pakistan has a 100 per cent halal production base and has direct access to 470 million consumers in Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Pakistan has an excellent opportunity to gain a significant share in the global halal market by enhancing production and improving quality, he suggested.
He said that Pakistan could capture a sizeable share in the $3 trillion world halal food industry, but existing exports were no match to the country’s annual output of halal meat.
Experts have expressed optimism that Pakistan could triple halal food exports by formulating and implementing policies in association with the private sector.
Pakistan can play a significant role in the global halal meat industry and has the potential to become a market leader since it has all the required ingredients.

He pointed out that the TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification played a vital role in the expansion of the Halal food industry and taking all possible measures for promoting halal products by providing strict quality compliance.

The certification company has recently awarded various companies with its Halal Food Certification for their full compliance with Islamic dietary laws.

Halal Food Certification covers the issues related to Slaughtering/Zibah and considers the issues related to Halal ingredients and Good Manufacturing Practices, he added. Read More…

TUV AUSTRIA as Business Super Brand Austria 2015-2016.

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification as Business Super Brand Austria 2015-2016

The decision of the well-known institution in this field was based on a multi-stage selection process and the application of worldwide standardized selection criteria. This title clarifies that TUV AUSTRIA is known and highly valued by customers and business partners throughout Austria, ensuring that excellent services are provided.

TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification as Business Super Brand Austria 2015-2016

“We are particularly pleased that we are recognized in such a way by a neutral party because it is not possible to nominate oneself for a Superbrand Austria title. Therefore, brand experts and consumers can only determine a Superbrand Austria.

About the brand rating

Based on all brands registered at the Austrian Patent Office, an initial ranking was given by the credit agency Bisnode D&B and the GfK Market Research Agency, who interviewed Austrian consumers regarding their favourite brands. After this stage, the most renowned brands are conclusively assessed by the Superbrands Brand Council, an independent panel of experts nominated by Superbrands.

About Superbrands International

For exactly 20 years, Superbrands has been rating the best brands in 88 countries worldwide and has therefore become a respected authority in the field of brand distinction. Superbrands are those brands that have built up a perfect image within a given market segment and which provide the public with accurate, or at least perceptible, advantages compared to their competitors. Therefore, the title of Superbrand is accordingly coveted, mainly since the evaluation of brands is carried out everywhere through the application of identical rules. A brand competition cannot take place more objectively than through that of Superbrands.

NON COMPLIANCE, A MAJOR HURDLE IN EXPORTS

Non-compliance with the international food safety standards by the local companies is a significant hurdle in improving exports. This was the upshot of the speakers who addressed the Food Safety Management System Certification award ceremony. They said domestic companies in the food sector could penetrate the global food market by enhancing their compliance with food safety measures.

TUV Austria NON Compliance
During the event, the TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection and Certification announced that it has successfully awarded its certifications of ISO 9001 & ISO 22000 to a Pishawar-based company ‘Euro industries (Pvt.) Ltd’ that produces processed meat for local as well as export markets.

It is to be noted that TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification has already certified the Food Safety Management System of several recognized companies and awarded them ISO 22000, including National Foods Limited, Converters (Pvt) Ltd and Chase International, etc. In addition, the certification company has certified numerous national food companies for ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, Halal, HACCP, and ISO 9001, enabling them to penetrate the international market. Speakers said that only a few food companies are ISO22000, FSSC 22000, Halal, HACCP, and ISO 9001 certified.

Those having these certificates have been able to penetrate the international market. The speakers said food safety and public health are serious concerns across the world and food chain companies. By implementing Food Safety Management System, they can address these concerns and enhance their trade significantly.

The TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection and Certification (Pvt.) Besides awarding ISO 22000, Ltd is well known for providing IRCA Accredited Lead Auditor Courses, Management System Certifications, etc., to a wide range of industries globally for over a century.

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PAKISTAN HAS POTENTIAL TO CAPTURE HUGE SHARE IN $3tr HALAL INDUSTRY

Lahore Pakistan can capture a sizeable share in the $3 trillion world halal food industry, but existing exports were no match to the country’s annual output of halal meat. However, experts have expressed optimism that Pakistan could triple halal food exports by formulating and implementing policies in association with the private sector.

APBF founding president and TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification CEO Rashid Mehr said that demand for halal products had increased manifold because of the growing Muslim population worldwide. Therefore, the government should encourage exports of such products. In addition, the CEO asked the exporters to continue to explore the world market and focus on research and compliance, which is a must while doing business in the global marketplace.

The strict Halal compliance, quality certification, and state support could help halal export products to $5 to $6 billion. TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification is doing the needful to promote halal products, but the government would have to develop an incentive package to encourage the export of good quality halal food. Unfortunately, no Muslim country features among the top 10 halal meat exporters, although Pakistan, Sudan, and other Muslim nations can export meat on a big scale.

Rashid Mehr said Pakistan has a 100 percent halal production base and has direct access to 470 million consumers in Central Asia, Middle East, and Europe.

Therefore, Pakistan has an excellent opportunity to gain a massive share in the global halal market by enhancing production and improving quality, he suggested.

Halal meat is one of the fastest-growing markets globally, contributing around 16 percent to world trade. Still, Pakistan’s share in this is not as much as it should be, necessitating extra efforts on the government to give a much-needed boost to this sector.

Pakistan can play a significant role in the global halal meat industry and can become a market leader since it has all the required ingredients. He pointed out that TUV Austria Bureau of Inspection & Certification played a vital role in the expansion of the Halal food industry and taking all possible measures for promoting halal products by providing strict quality compliance.

The certification company has recently awarded various companies, including Euro Food Industries, with its Halal Food Certification for their full compliance with Islamic dietary laws. Halal Food Certification covers the issues related to Slaughtering/Zibah and considers the issues related to Halal ingredients and Good Manufacturing Practices, he added.