Minitec develops workplace systems with a view to the requirements of digitalization. For people with disabilities in particular, the systems open up new opportunities for the professional participation of people in workshops for disabled people (WbfM). With the help of suitable assistance systems, employees are enabled to carry out work independently - even after a short training period. Working independently is an important step towards increasing or regaining the ability to perform or work and integration into working life. This often also supports appropriate professional development and the further development of the employee's personality.

Workstations with the
system All Minitec workstation systems are based on the company's modular profile system. The accessories and the design freedom of the modular system enable the individual realization of individual or team workstations that are adapted to the specific needs of the employees.

In workshops for people with disabilities (WfbM) in particular, workstations must be adapted to the special needs and personal abilities of employees. Height-adjustable workstations prevent tension and postural damage caused by incorrect sitting positions and allow employees to alternate between sitting and standing. The workstations must also offer a variable underride height for wheelchair users. At the same time, the arrangement of tools, measuring equipment and workpieces must be adaptable to the physical conditions of the employees.

Assistance for workers
The workstations can be supplemented with Scan2light, a system that uses different colored light signals to show employees the required components on the supply shelf. This makes it possible to identify the storage locations and the required number of items in the shortest possible time and with a high degree of reliability. The modular system is robust and is characterized by high user-friendliness and simple installation. The system can be put into operation in a very short time without any programming knowledge.

Ergonomic workstations and worker assistance systems are among Minitec's core competencies. © Minitec

The worker assistance system guides employees step by step through the work process using graphics, photos or videos. At the same time, the systems are used for quality checks or documentation. Orders in smaller batch sizes or more complex tasks can also be implemented.

People and Industry 4.0
A revolution is currently taking place in industry, with Industry 4.0 technologies drastically changing the world of work. In the context of "Industry 4.0" and the associated changes in the world of work, people with cognitive impairments are generally not given sufficient consideration. For the WfbMs, which work closely with industry, this situation is a major challenge - but it also represents an opportunity. The subsidiary Minitec Smart Solutions deals with this special task.

A central aspect is the assisted operator, and suitable human-technology solutions are being researched for this purpose. In particular, new visualization and interaction technologies, such as augmented reality, are intended to support independent work. To this end, the workplace systems 4.0 are linked to existing IT systems and technologies such as ERP, MES or in-house tools and programs. The new digital assistance and training systems should enable workshops for people with disabilities to remain a competitive provider in the future. as