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Description: Technology Transfer System s.r.l has been founded in 1993. As an IT supplier for manufacturing companies, TTS is strongly committed to supply customers with up to date solutions in order to guarantee maximum satisfaction and effectiveness: research, development and exploitation of high technology are a primary mean for achieving such a goal. TTS expertise range from Simulation (3D , discrete event, VR) to knowledge based systems, from integration capabilities to java development competencies. Furthermore TTS has a long and strong experience in the participation and management of national and international research project. Role within the project: Project Manager, responsible for the Definition of the Models and needed Functionalities for KoBaS , responsible for the Simulation and Kinematics Component Related Projects: IST-MPA (Modular Plant Architecture); Eureka-St.Joseph (New Generation of Wood-Working Machines); National-SPI3 (Automatic assembly system); IMS-Symphony (A dynamic management methodology with modular and integrated methods and tools for knowledge based, adaptive SMEs) Key Persons: Roberto Castellani - Managing Director. Paolo Pedrazzoli - Technical Director
Web site: http://www.ttsnetwork.com

IICS, founded in 2000, aims at the investigation of innovative methodologies for the management of production processes focusing on emerging paradigms like extended enterprise and sustainable production. The objective of the analysis is to assess the impact of the new paradigms on industrial practices and organization and support the implementation of evolution paths that can support the introduction of innovation in industry. Today competence is concerned with the Information Management in manufacturing processes (Workflow Management Systems, Product Data Management), with the analysis of new productive paradigm (Extended Enterprise, Virtual Enterprise) and with Social and economical sustainability of production processes. Role within the project: responsible for the Setup and Management of the Network of High Tech SME Related Projects: Growth-Prominence (Promoting Inter-European Networks of Collaborating Extended Enterprise); IMS-LicoPro (Lifecycle Design for Global Collaborative Production) Key Person: Roberto Bosani - Managing Director
Web site: http://www.iics.it

The Intelliact AG was founded 1998 as a spin off of the ETH Zurich. The enterprise supports companies for a constant and integrated use of their product data for the entire life cycle of a product. The core competences are focused on the ranges of CAx/PDM, product structuring and visualization, whereby an integrated concept of different technologies and methods can be build. The close co-operation with the centre for product development of the ETH Zurich achieves the mediation of newest research results into industry and the integration of industrial needs into new research projects. Role within the project: responsible for the Realization of KoBaS , responsible for Training Component Related Projects: Studer STVirtual (virtual machine start-up for customized configurations); StepTec Digital Product (Introduction of the digital product in industrial companies); Mikron/Agno (digital product: example of an integration platform for technology and sales processes by means of information and visualization technologies) Key Person: Uwe Leonhardt member of board
Web site: http://www.intelliact.ch

CADCAMation SA is a Swiss high tech SME located in Geneva. CADCAMation was founded in 1993 as a software competence centre for the Fidia Spa (CNC and HSM machine-tool in Torino) and has achieved several research projects such as Optimal, Hiqu, Fame as well as the development of on-line CAM systems for the tool path computation on the CNC (milling and wire EDM). From 1997, CADCAMation has spin-off to become a separate company and has extended its activities to become a full integrator of advanced CAD,CAM, NC programming and production process planning. Role within the project: responsible for the Analysis of the requirement for KoBaS , responsible for the Part Program Generator Component Related Projects : IMS-STEP-NC (STEP-Compliant Data Interface for Numeric Controls) Key persons : Prof Van Khai Nguyen. Willy Maeder - R&D responsible
Web site: http://www.cadcamation.ch

AI research group (AIRG) was created in 1999 by a group of researchers from Romania. The company made an alliance with Wittmann EDV-Systeme GmbH on 1st September 2000 and now the company is named Wittmann & Partner Computer Systems (WPCS). The main domains in which WPCS performs are production of software solutions, commercial activities and research. The main objectives are aimed to discover, test and implement new concepts and technologies concerning artificial intelligence. On the other hand WPCS tries to integrate the new concepts and technologies in wide used IT products. Role within the project: responsible for the Experience DataBase Component Related Projects: IST-MPA (Modular Plant Architecture) Key Person: Ciprian Candea - General Manager
Web site: http://www.airg.ro

This industrial company, ISO 9001 certified, is a manufacturer of machinery and equipments for the cork industry. It was founded in 1964 and is currently internationally recognized as an expert company in their target market as well as is the market leader. The activity of company covers all areas of the preparation, transformation, finishing and laboratorial control sectors of the cork industry. The company has a development strategy cantered both on the innovation and conception of new solutions and a policy of co-operation with technological research institutions. Role within the project: Provider for the cork sector case study. Responsible for the case study Related Projects: IVLAB (Laboratorial Visual Inspection); ROLHA XXI (Technical Cork Production Equipment) Key Person: Sílvia Ferreira - R&D responsible
Web site: http://www.azevedos-ind.pt

This industrial company was created in July 1990, and its mission is the manufacture of high quality cork products obtained from the bark of the cork tree. Subercentro holds facilities in the south of Portugal (the most world-wide advanced industrial plant in cork industry). The company puts special emphasis on applied research and technological development through cooperation with companies and research centres in both in National / European and International projects. Role within the project: validation for the cork demonstration case of KoBaS Related Projects: several CRAFT and national projects Key Person: Marta Pinto - R&D responsible
Web site: http://www.suberus.com

ZENON S.A. was founded in Athens in 1987. In year 1999 ZENON merged with the software development house Epsilon Software S.A. (founded in 1988) under the name ZENON S.A. ZENON S.A. develops, integrates, and delivers complete solutions in the fields of Robotics, Informatics and Business Consulting. At the same time the company represents, markets and supports products from other manufacturers in ZENON’s areas of expertise. Role within the project: responsible for the Dissemination and Exploitation of KoBaS results , responsible for the Build-in Management Functions Component Related Projects: Esprit-AMATEUR (Advanced Mechatronic Technology for Turbine Blade Repair); Eureka-SEMOS (Design, Development and Integration of an Assembly Robot Using Sensors); Growth-ROBOT INSPECTOR (Development of a Robotic System for the Inspection of Large Steel and Aluminium Plates in Industrial Plants); QLRT-GENTLE/S (Robotic Assistance in Neuro and Motor Rehabilitation) Key Person: Kostas Chrysagis
Web site: http://www.zenon.gr/

UNITY AG was founded in 1995 as a public limited company for company management and information technology. It develops strategies and processes for industry for products that will capture the markets of the future. UNITY AG specializes in forward-looking topics such as product innovation, virtual product development and the digital factory. Role within the project: responsible for the Integration of technologies Key Person: Holger Krumm - Senior Consultant
Web site: http://www.unity.de

URPEMAK S.L., born 30 years ago, is a Spanish independent company specialising in high pressure injection systems for non-ferrous die-casting, that produces hot and cold chamber die-casting machines. It is the only Spanish producer of this type of machines. The range of machines comprises 11 different models of machines with capacities varying from 7,5 a 220 ton. of force and with speed and pressure parameters controlled by proportional valves that are registered by the own in-control system. The innovatory activity of URPEMAK along these last years it is directed towards to the improvement of the injection process, with a better knowledge for precise control of the many variables taking part in the process. Role within the project: Provider for the die-casting sector case study. Responsible for the case study Related Projects: Craft-TASIO (Technical Assistance Service Intelligent Optimization) Key Person: Miguel Vicuña Industrial Director
Web site: http://www.urpe.com

Today, SCM Group is a world leader in the woodworking machinery and system sector. Two million machines installed and operating in 120 countries, 12 factories, and 70% of the production in export. Special emphasis on research and development as well as professional training has developed into cooperation agreements with ITIA-CNR in Milano, with Georgia Tech in the USA, with the Institute of Wood Technology of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, with Fontys-PTH Contract in Eindhoven, Holland, and with the Faculties of Engineering and Agriculture of the University of Bologna. At present, SCM Group has a staff of 2400 people and the turnover of the year 2001 was of about 430 million Euro with an export quota of about 70%. Role within the project: Provider for the woodwork machines sector case study. Responsible for that case study. Provides the opportunity to reach a great number (about 5000) of end-user SMEs Related Projects: Several Eureka! and national R&D projects Key Person: Giuseppe Lucisano - R&D coordinator
Web site: http://www.scmgroup.com

MCM was established in 1978 and, at present, it has a staff of 200 people and the turnover of the year 2001 was of about 63 million Euro with an export quota of 30%. MCM designs, produces, installs and services all its machining centers and production systems. The heart of MCM is the Designing, Reserch and Development Dept.: It is the place where ideas are realized into innovative solutions. MCM mission is to support the customer with global solution: besides the machine, MCM develops the automation and all sub-groups such as clamping fixtures, tooling, machining programs and software for the management of the complete production cycle for the components involved. Role within the project: Provider for machining sector case study. Responsible for the case study Related Projects: several national R&D projects Key Person: Giuseppe Fogliazza - coordinator of all research activities. Pietro Contini
Web site: http://www.mcmspa.it

The Institute for Applied Computer Science in Mechanical Engineering (RPK) acts as a broker between computer science, on the one hand, and mechanical engineering, on the other. As a member of the faculty of mechanical engineering at the University of Karlsruhe, Germany the RPK is responsible for the education of master degree students in applied computer sciences, CAD/CAM technologies, Product data management, information and communication technologies etc.. The RPK considers its duty to supply concrete contributions in the areas of research, academic teaching and technology transfer. Four research areas are dedicated to the above subjects: Computer Aided Product Development, Virtual Prototypes, Information and Expert Systems, Process and Data-management. Role within the project: responsible for the Rule-Based Knowledge Core Component Related Projects: IST-Dragon (Development of an interactive engineering portal for open networks); National-Projects: SFB 346 (Computer integrated design and manufacturing of components); Infolog (Information Logistics); kMAP (Knowledge-based service platform for developing and mapping enterprise specific knowledge structures); PAK (Automatic classification of products) Key Person: Dr.-Ing. Ralf-Stefan Lossak - Co-Director, Berkun Culha, Robert Krikler
Web site: http://www.rpk.uni-karlsruhe.de

INESC Porto is a private non-profit research institution working in the interface between the academic world and the industrial and service companies as well as the public administration. Main activities are scientific research and technological development, technology transfer, consulting and advanced training programs in the following areas: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, Business Networking, Information Technologies, Telecommunications and Electronics. INESC Porto has more than fifteen years of multisectorial experience in industrial projects involving SME belonging to: Textile, Clothing, Metal and Mechanics, Automotive, and other manufacturing industries. Large experience has been gained from direct RTD contracts with industry, as well as the participation in European programs (CRAFT, ESPRIT, IST, BRITE and Telematics) and national projects. Role within the project: responsible for the Maintenance Component Related Projects: CO-OPERATE (Co-operation in Dynamic Networked Organisations); DAMASCOS (Dynamic Forecast for Master Production Planning with Stock and Capacity Constraints); COBIP (Telework Co-ordination Services for Co-operative Business Processes); B-MAN (Business Mobile Agent Network); MyFASHION (Added Value for the Consumer Through Integrated, Extended Fashion Products) Key Person: Prof. Américo Azevedo - Area Director
Web site: http://www.inescporto.pt

The National Research Council of Italy (CNR) plays an important role in the field of automation, robotics and new production technologies through activities such as applied research, training of young people in technological research and innovation, management and co-ordination of national projects. ITIA covers the following scientific and technological areas: CAD, Intelligent Planning Systems, Lasers, Robotics, Structural Analysis, Innovative Materials and Components, Reliability, Diagnostics, Technological Innovation, Virtual Reality, and Virtual Manufacturing Environment. Role within the project: responsible for the Virtual Reality GUI Component Related Projects: National-SPI3 (Automatic assembly system); IMS-Symphony (A dynamic management methodology with modular and integrated methods and tools for knowledge based, adaptive SMEs); Eureka-Manufuturing (Self-innovative, Extended Factory) Key Person: Prof. Claudio Roberto Boer Research Director. Marco Sacco. Roberto Rinaldi
Web site: http://www.itia.cnr.it

TEKNIKER, born in 1981, is a research centre specialised in the wide field of Manufacturing , with a horizontal concept of technologies useful in several sectors: Machine tools builders, automotive, metal transformers, capital goods, etc. Tekniker’s fields of actuation include: product development and precision engineering, manufacturing systems, production processes. Role within the project: responsible for the Services Integration Component Related Projects: Craft-TASIO (Technical Assistance Service Intelligent Optimization); Growth-TOP-FIT (Total Optimization Process Based on Field Data Transfer for European Machine Builder); IMS-SIMON (Sensor Fused Intelligent Monitoring System for Machinig); Brite-IDMAP (Intelligent Devices for the Online and Real-time Monitoring, Diagnosis and Control of Machining Processes) Key Person: Iñaki Maurtua Ormaetxea -Area Director. Ramón Arana Zubizarreta. Loreto Susperregi Zabalo
Web site: http://www.tekniker.es

The EPFL R&D goals is the development of new computer-aided methodologies and tools to support product design and manufacturing processes and operations in order to increase product adaptability to changing customer requirements, to decrease of time to market of new product deployment, to optimize the product life cycle and the manufacturing process. Role within the project: responsible for the Analysis Services Component Related Projects: FP5-GROWTH-LITHOPRO (Advanced Manufacturing Systems for Customer Oriented Production of Technical Ceramics and Natural Stone); CTI-ABCD (Archive Based Conceptual Design); CTI-ALMA (3D Assembly Layout Modelling and Analysis) Key Person: Dr. Dimitris Kiritsis
Web site: http://www.epfl.ch

The main focus of the teachings, research and cooperation with the industry is on product innovation process an product design. The teachings focus on the education of engineers with competences in innovation and product design through the medium of current and relevant knowledge, most advanced tools and novel learning methods. The research’s focus is on the development of processes, methods and tools for the successful innovation process, product design and enhancement of efficiency. This goal is achieved through information-, communication- and visualization-technologies in the concept of the digital product. The industry is supported by cooperation of research and development, direct consulting, offers of advanced vocational training and collaboration of students in all activities to profit of the potential of the digital product and to generate successful innovations and product designs. Role within the project: responsible for the Mechatronics Component Related Projects: EUREKA-COMA (COnfiguration MAnagement for the Machine Industry); KTI-ViMa (Virtual Machine); KTI-PiOPS (process integrated optimization of product structures), KTI-ROMA (solving geometric constraints analytically); KTI-TORINO (the virtual engineering office); KTI-EVA (Early Virtual mAchine) Key Persons: Prof. Markus Meier. Jens Bathelt
Web site: http://www.ethz.ch

KMS is a small business company located at Warsaw in Poland, composed of a fixed staff of around ten persons and a variable amount of subcontracted staff depending on running projects. KMS activity is focused in the sales of capital goods, technical consultancy and services for the melting industry. Due to its daily contact, KMS perfectly knows the Polish and the surrounding Eastern countries market. KMS also covers the formation and qualification of the melting industry of this market. This is a key question when adapting to new equipments and technologies. Role within the project: Validation of the die-casting demonstration case of KoBaS Key Persons: Michalski Krzysztof
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Formed in 1906, QUINSON has worked in aerospace sector since 1950. The company produces equipments like couplings, filters, valves, JET seals but also in flight and ground re-fuelling connectors. Moreover Quinson is part of principal subcontractors of French aerospace companies. Role within the project: validation for the metal cutting demonstration case of KoBaS Key Persons: Daniel Courtes
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Desnik is a small company located in Gleisdorf, Austria, processing mainly wood panels. Desnik is using several SCM advanced solutions for sawing, edge-banding and milling. The company produces wood furniture for final users and also for other reseller companies. In the last few years, the company has been investing in advanced solution to enhance productivity and quality. Role within the project: validation for the woodworking demonstration case of KoBaS Key Persons: Christian Desnik
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