Embracing the Future of Manufacturing

• SSI Schaefer agrees cooperation with Singapore Polytechnic
• Collaborate to promote Advanced Manufacturing Learning Journey (AMLJ)

SSI Schaefer, a global intralogistics leader and member of Smart i4.0 Transformation Alliance (SiTA), is excited to announce a strategic collaboration with Singapore Polytechnic (SP), the country’s first-ever polytechnic. This partnership aims to establish an innovative co-location program dedicated to promoting the Advanced Manufacturing Learning Journey (AMLJ), which SP and TÜV SÜD jointly developed.

Aligned with the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) developed by Economic Development Board (EDB) Singapore, SSI Schaefer and SP are set to revolutionize advanced manufacturing education. The Advanced Manufacturing Centre (AMC), located within SP’s esteemed Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering (MAE) Facilities, will serve as a dynamic hub to showcase the latest Industry 4.0 (i4.0) manufacturing technologies.

The AMLJ program aims to support local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) on their digital transformation journey by showcasing practical and scalable solutions leveraging i4.0 technologies. The AMC features three distinct zones catering to different levels of digitalization:

• Digitalization Zone: Designed for SMEs seeking to digitize manual processes and extract valuable information through machinery connectivity.

• Integrated Zone: Dedicated to SMEs that have adopted a basic level of digitalization and aim to integrate their digital systems into a unified manufacturing process.

• Smart Zone: Specifically tailored for SMEs seeking advanced data-driven manufacturing involving a unified data source, flexible and predictive manufacturing systems, optimized real-time processes, and enhanced cybersecurity measures to improve productivity, adaptability, efficiency, and security.

"We are thrilled to partner with Singapore Polytechnic to launch this co-location program," stated Belinda Yeo, Head of Vertical Lift Module & Self-Driving Technology APAC & MEA at SSI Schaefer Singapore. "We are fully committed to supporting SMEs in Singapore’s industrial evolution, aligning towards a common goal. Through this collaboration, we are pleased to contribute to the digital transformation journey of SMEs, leveraging the core elements of Industry 4.0 — Technology, Process, and Organization – the three fundamental pillars set by SIRI according to EDB."

The program aims to introduce industry professionals, students, and potential customers to a remarkable array of modern solutions. SSI Schaefer’s innovative Vertical Lift Module (VLM), SSI LOGIMAT^®, will take center stage, demonstrating its unparalleled reliability, efficiency, and significant contributions to streamline storage and material handling processes on the manufacturing and production floor.

“We believe this collaboration is highly beneficial to both parties as we develop our capabilities in advanced manufacturing. AMC’s close alignment with industry practices also affirms our commitment to providing students with practical and industry-relevant education. We are confident that this partnership will attract a new generation of technical students to SP, knowing they will be sufficiently equipped for future careers in advanced manufacturing," added Steven Tan, Senior Specialist at SP’s Advanced Manufacturing Centre.

This transformative partnership between SSI Schaefer and SP signifies a significant milestone in bridging the gap between academia and the intralogistics industry, equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the evolving field of advanced manufacturing. The collaboration between SSI Schaefer and SP commenced three years ago and will continue for another two years.

About Singapore Polytechnic:

Established in 1954, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) is Singapore’s first polytechnic. With 10 schools offering 30 diploma courses and four common entry programs, SP caters to over 12,800 students. SP focuses on pedagogical innovation, implementing Flipped Learning and utilizing Analytics in Education. It leads the CDIO Collaborative in the region and provides industry partners with a solution-driven internship program. SP is committed to nurturing self-directed, versatile graduates with strong values, preparing them to be life ready, work ready, and world ready while serving industry and society. Its alumni of over 230,000 include successful entrepreneurs, top executives, industry leaders, professionals, and government officials.

About SiTA:

SiTA collaborates with industry experts to establish a comprehensive ecosystem for Industrial 4.0 transformation in precision engineering manufacturing, aiming to drive adoption, optimize processes, and enhance productivity in the transition from conventional factories to smart factories.