Knowledge and technology transfer is our forte. Through direct experience, we try to highlight the problems and enhance the possible benefits that can be obtained in implementing lean methodologies and the technologies of the 4.0 paradigm.
model factory
Cattaneo University
The Lean and Industry 4.0 model factory
An innovative classroom in which to get involved with "learning by doing", an analogue example of a lean, digital factory and an experiential laboratory in which to conduct research.
The product
Within the i-FAB laboratory, the process of assembling and disassembling a table football game is simulated on a 1:1 scale. Table football is a product made up of numerous components of various shapes, sizes and weights, which make it possible to realistically simulate the complexities typical of logistics-production systems.
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The process
The i-FAB production process is a parts production process: the table football product can be assembled and disassembled as the original components are distinguishable and do not change in nature during the manufacturing phase. The disassembly phase feeds the assembly phase, thus enabling simulation of the different production steps.
Technologies
The i-FAB is a concrete example of a smart factory, demonstrating the benefits that digital technologies can bring to operations management. Inside the i-FAB it is, in fact, possible to interact with various technologies and get to know the whole range of pillars of today's fourth industrial revolution.
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Our services
Within the i-FAB laboratory, university, postgraduate and high school training courses are provided, aimed at preparing the professional figures of the future, alongside corporate training courses, aimed at accompanying companies towards cultural change and digital transformation. In addition, the i-FAB team offers the opportunity to experience i-FAB through thematic seminars, cultural events and factory tours, in-person and remote.
Our skills
Knowledge and technology transfer is our forte. Through direct experience, we try to highlight the problems and enhance the possible benefits that can be obtained in implementing lean methodologies and the technologies of the 4.0 paradigm.
Our services
Within the i-FAB laboratory, university, postgraduate and high school training courses are provided, aimed at preparing the professional figures of the future, alongside corporate training courses, aimed at accompanying companies towards cultural change and digital transformation. In addition, the i-FAB team offers the opportunity to experience i-FAB through thematic seminars, cultural events and factory tours, in-person and remote.
Presentation of I-FAB
Testimonials
Andrea Greggio
Head of Engineering and digitalization - Datwyler
Federica Bergamin
Alumna of the course "Lean in Production"
Chiara Monetti
Alumna of the course Smart Factory
Alessandro Cerutti
Production Manager - Lesta srl
Gianmarco Regaldi
Project Manager - Ponti
Marco Falletta
Alumnus of the "Basics of Data Analytics" course
Let's run the numbers
0 Alumni
Alumni who have chosen a course at i-FAB to experience the most modern industrial paradigms and enter the world of work being more competitive and prepared.
0 Companies
Companies that have chosen the experience of an i-FAB course to spread the Lean and Industry 4.0 culture within their organisation and tackle digital transformation.
0 Degree theses
Theses and experimental research conducted using the technologies of the i-FAB experimental laboratory and its collaboration with companies.
0 Partners
Partner companies that have chosen to support i-FAB by providing innovative technologies to spread awareness of their products and exploit university-firm collaboration.