Glossary H
Deutsch: Herbizid / Español: Herbicida / Português: Herbicida / Français: Herbicide / Italiano: Erbicida
Herbicide refers to a chemical substance used to control or eliminate unwanted vegetation, particularly weeds. In an industrial context, herbicides are widely used to manage plant growth in large-scale agricultural operations, as well as in non-agricultural areas like industrial sites, railways, and roadways. The purpose is to enhance productivity, safety, and aesthetics by preventing weed growth that could interfere with operations or maintenance.
Deutsch: Hypothese / Español: Hipótesis / Português: Hipótese / Français: Hypothèse / Italiano: Ipotesi
Hypothesis in the industrial context refers to an educated guess or a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation. In industrial settings, hypotheses are crucial for driving research, development, and process improvements, as they guide experiments and analysis aimed at solving specific problems or optimizing processes.
Deutsch: Luftfeuchtigkeit / Español: Humedad / Português: Humidade / Français: Humidité / Italiano: Umidità
Humidity in the industrial context refers to the amount of water vapor present in the air within an industrial environment. It is a crucial factor in various manufacturing and storage processes, as it can significantly impact the quality, safety, and efficiency of operations.
Deutsch: Hafen / Español: Puerto / Português: Porto / Français: Port / Italiano: Porto
Harbour (UK-English. In US-English it is harbor) refers to a place on the coast where ships, boats, and barges can dock, load, and unload cargo or passengers. In the industrial context, a harbour is a critical infrastructure for facilitating maritime trade, supporting logistics, and enabling the transport of goods and materials.
Deutsch: Hochtemperatur / Español: Alta temperatura / Português: Alta temperatura / Français: Haute température / Italiano: Alta temperatura
High-temperature refers to environments, processes, or conditions that involve extremely elevated temperatures, typically exceeding 200°C (392°F). In the industrial context, high-temperature conditions are crucial for various processes and applications, requiring specialized equipment and materials to handle the intense heat.
Deutsch: Hypertonie / Español: Hipertensión / Português: Hipertensão / Français: Hypertension / Italiano: Ipertensione
Hypertension refers to the condition of elevated blood pressure in the arteries. In the industrial context, it often relates to the health and safety of workers, where high-stress environments and demanding job roles can contribute to the development or exacerbation of hypertension among employees.
Deutsch: Horten / Español: Acaparamiento / Português: Acumulação / Français: Accumulation / Italiano: Accaparramento
Hoarding in the industrial context typically refers to the accumulation of raw materials, components, or products by a company or within a supply chain beyond current needs, often in anticipation of future shortages, price increases, or disruptions in supply. This practice can affect industries by creating artificial scarcity, disrupting normal market operations, and leading to increased prices and inefficiencies in supply chain management.