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Deutsch: Oriented Strand Board (OSB) / Español: Tablero de Virutas Orientadas (OSB) / Português: Painel de Tiras Orientadas (OSB) / Français: Panneau de Lamelles Orientées (OSB) / Italiano: Pannello di Scaglie Orientate (OSB)
The Oriented Strand Board OSB is an engineered wood panel widely used in construction and industrial applications due to its strength, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. Developed as an alternative to plywood, it consists of compressed wood strands bonded with adhesives under high pressure and temperature. Its layered structure provides dimensional stability and load-bearing capacity, making it indispensable in modern building practices.
Deutsch: Offsetdruck / Español: Impresión offset / Português: Impressão offset / Français: Impression offset / Italiano: Stampa offset
The Offset Printing process is a widely used commercial printing technique that transfers ink from a metal plate to a rubber blanket before applying it to the printing surface. Originating in the late 19th century, it revolutionized mass production of printed materials due to its efficiency and high-quality results. Today, it remains a cornerstone of the printing industry, from newspapers to packaging.
Deutsch: Auftrag / Español: Pedido / Português: Pedido / Français: Commande / Italiano: Ordine
Order in the industrial and industry context refers to a formal request for goods or services, typically placed by a customer with a manufacturer, supplier, or service provider. Orders can be customized based on specifications, quantity, and delivery requirements, and they play a critical role in supply chain management and production planning.
Deutsch: Ophthalmologie / Español: oftalmología / Português: oftalmologia / Français: ophtalmologie / Italiano: oftalmologia
Ophthalmology in the industrial context refers to the sector focused on the research, development, production, and distribution of medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and technologies related to eye care and vision health. This industry encompasses everything from diagnostic equipment and surgical instruments to therapeutic drugs and optical lenses.
Deutsch: Fettleibigkeit / Español: Obesidad / Português: Obesidade / Français: Obésité / Italiano: Obesità
Obesity in the industrial context primarily refers to its implications for workplace productivity, employee health, and the operational costs of managing health-related challenges in industries. Obesity, defined as excessive body fat accumulation that poses a risk to health, is increasingly recognised as a Factor impacting industrial sectors through its effects on workforce efficiency, safety, and healthcare expenses.
Deutsch: Ausfall / Español: Interrupción / Português: Interrupção / Français: Panne / Italiano: Interruzione
Outage in the industrial context refers to the temporary cessation or unavailability of services, equipment, or systems critical to industrial operations. Outages can be planned, such as scheduled Maintenance, or unplanned, due to equipment failure, power disruptions, or unforeseen events.
Deutsch: Veralterung / Español: Obsolescencia / Português: Obsolescência / Français: Obsolescence / Italiano: Obsolescenza
Obsolescence in the industrial context refers to the Process by which equipment, technology, or Products become outdated or no longer functional due to advances in technology, changing Market demands, or regulatory updates. In industries, obsolescence poses challenges to Operational efficiency, production continuity, and cost management, as outdated systems may no longer meet current performance standards or regulatory requirements.
Deutsch: Betriebsstörung / Español: Disrupción Operativa / Português: Interrupção Operacional / Français: Perturbation Opérationnelle / Italiano: Interruzione Operativa
Operational Disruption in the industrial context refers to any unforeseen event or series of events that interrupt normal operations, production processes, or supply chains, causing delays, inefficiencies, or complete shutdowns. These disruptions can result from a variety of factors, including equipment failures, supply chain interruptions, labor strikes, natural disasters, cyberattacks, or regulatory changes. Operational disruptions can have serious consequences for industries, leading to financial losses, production downtime, Safety risks, and delays in delivering Products or services to customers.