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Teckentrup incorporates a dual approach that combines high levels of automation for standardized products with manual craftsmanship for specialized door solutions . According to Christian , the company is actively optimizing its production processes , leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and meet the demands of new markets . He iterates : “ We produce the standardized products very quickly with a high level of automation . Then we use the more manual work to produce very special doors , perhaps jail doors or trailers . We ’ re looking at the international markets where we see that these products are more standard . So , we are continually optimizing our production lines , looking for good processes and ways to use artificial intelligence within our processes as well .”
Streamlining workflows
On that note , Christian acknowledges that automation and AI have provided a dependable solution to the challenges posed by a shortage of skilled labor . By automating repetitive tasks and streamlining workflows , the company ensures competitiveness while maintaining commitment to its craft . “ Automation is important for two reasons . Firstly , it keeps costs down when it comes to the more standardized products . Secondly , at the moment we ’ re struggling to bring in talented workers who can do this work . So ,

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We produce the standardized products very quickly with a high level of automation . Then we use the more manual work to produce very special doors
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