Glossary S
Deutsch: Subjektivität / Español: Subjetividad / Português: Subjetividade / Français: Subjectivité / Italiano: Soggettività
Subjectivity in the industrial or industry context refers to the influence of personal opinions, biases, experiences, or perspectives in decision-making, evaluation, or interpretation within industrial processes or practices. It contrasts with objectivity, which relies on factual, measurable, and impartial criteria.
Deutsch: Silikose / Español: Silicosis / Português: Silicose / Français: Silicose / Italiano: Silicosi
Silicosis in the industrial context is a lung disease caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust, which leads to inflammation and scarring of lung tissue. This occupational disease is particularly prevalent in industries involving mining, construction, stone cutting, and manufacturing, where workers are exposed to fine silica particles over time.
Deutsch: Sieben / Español: Tamizado / Português: Peneiramento / Français: Tamisage / Italiano: Setacciatura
Sieving in the industrial context refers to the process of separating materials based on particle size using a sieve or screen. It is a critical operation in many industries, ensuring product Consistency, removing impurities, and classifying materials for further processing.
Deutsch: Schallschutz / Español: Aislamiento acústico / Português: Isolamento acústico / Français: Isolation phonique / Italiano: Isolamento acustico
Soundproofing refers to the process of reducing or eliminating sound transmission between two spaces. In industrial contexts, soundproofing is essential to manage noise pollution, protect worker health, and comply with regulatory standards. It typically involves using materials and methods designed to block, absorb, or dampen sound waves.
Deutsch: Stilllegung / Español: cierre / Português: paralisação / Français: arrêt / Italiano: chiusura
A shutdown in the industrial context refers to the planned or unplanned stoppage of operations in an industrial facility, such as a factory, plant, or production line. This interruption can occur for various reasons, including maintenance, safety issues, equipment failures, or economic decisions. The goal is to either perform essential activities like repairs and upgrades or respond to emergencies that require immediate halting of operations.
Deutsch: Substrat / Español: Sustrato / Português: Substrato / Français: Substrat / Italiano: Substrato
Substrate refers to the base Material or surface upon which a process is performed or a product is built. In the industrial context, substrates are foundational components in manufacturing, engineering, and scientific applications, acting as platforms for coatings, adhesives, films, or electronic circuits.
Deutsch: Einfachheit / Español: Simplicidad / Português: Simplicidade / Français: Simplicité / Italiano: Semplicità
Simplicity in the industrial context refers to designing and optimising processes, products, and systems to be straightforward, efficient, and easy to operate, maintain, or replicate. In industry, simplicity aims to streamline complex workflows, reduce costs, and increase reliability by focusing on essential functions and eliminating unnecessary components or steps.
Deutsch: Skalierung / Español: Escalado / Português: Escalonamento / Français: Mise à l'échelle / Italiano: Scalatura
Scaling in the industrial context refers to the process of increasing production capacity, efficiency, or infrastructure to meet growing demand or enhance operational performance. Scaling in industry can involve adding new equipment, automating processes, expanding facilities, or adopting technologies to accommodate larger workloads while maintaining Quality and cost-effectiveness.