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Deutsch: Sicherheitsmaßnahmen / Español: Medidas de seguridad / Português: Medidas de segurança / Français: Mesures de sécurité / Italiano: Misure di sicurezza
Safety Measures refer to the procedures, protocols, and technologies implemented within industrial settings to protect workers, equipment, and the environment from accidents, injuries, and other hazards. These measures are essential to ensuring a safe working environment and are mandated by various laws, regulations, and industry standards. They encompass everything from personal protective equipment (PPE) and machine guarding to safety training, emergency response planning, and risk assessments.
Deutsch: Six Sigma / Español: Seis Sigma / Português: Seis Sigma / Français: Six Sigma / Italiano: Sei Sigma
Six Sigma is a data-driven methodology used in the industrial context to improve processes by identifying and eliminating defects, reducing variability, and enhancing overall quality and efficiency. It provides a structured, systematic approach to problem-solving, focusing on improving the performance of processes to achieve near-perfect quality levels. Six Sigma is widely used in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and service sectors, to optimise operations, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.
Deutsch: Vorort / Español: Suburbio / Português: Subúrbio / Français: Banlieue / Italiano: Sobborghi
Suburb in the industrial context refers to an outlying district or residential area located on the outskirts of a city, which may also host a variety of industrial activities, including manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics operations. These areas are often strategically developed to balance residential living with proximity to industrial and commercial zones, supporting both Housing and economic activities.
Deutsch: Sandbank / Español: Banco de arena / Português: Banco de areia / Français: Banc de sable / Italiano: Barra di sabbia
Sandbar in the industrial context refers to a natural or man-made accumulation of sand or sediment in a waterway, which can impact navigation, construction, and industrial operations, particularly in coastal, riverine, and harbor areas. These formations can influence shipping routes, dredging activities, and the design of marine and coastal Infrastructure.
Deutsch: Einweichen / Español: Maceración / Português: Maceração / Français: Macération / Italiano: Macerazione
Steeping in the industrial context refers to the process of soaking a material in a liquid, usually water or another solvent, to extract certain components, soften the material, or initiate a chemical reaction. This technique is widely used in various industries, including food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, where it plays a crucial role in preparing materials for further processing or in extracting valuable compounds.
Deutsch: Schieber / Español: Deslizador / Português: Deslizador / Français: Curseur / Italiano: Cursore
Slider in the industrial context refers to a mechanical component or device that moves or slides along a track, guide, or surface to perform a specific function within machinery or equipment. Sliders are integral to various industrial applications, particularly in automation, manufacturing, and precision engineering, where controlled movement and positioning are essential.
Deutsch: Segment / Español: segmento / Português: segmento / Français: segment / Italiano: segmento
Segment in the industrial context refers to a distinct part or subdivision of a larger market, industry, or production process. It often describes a specific category or subset within an industry that shares common characteristics, needs, or functions.
Deutsch: Aufkleber / Español: Pegatina / Português: Adesivo / Français: Autocollant / Italiano: Adesivo
Sticker is a material with an adhesive backing, commonly made of paper, plastic, vinyl, or other substrates, used in various industries for labeling, branding, decoration, and informational purposes.