MM Science Journal | www.mmscience.eu ISSN 1803-1269 (Print) | ISSN 1805-0476 (On-line) Special Issue | VRBA100 International Conference on Modern Manufacturing Technologies 4. 10. 2023, Ostrava, Czech Republic DOI: 10.17973/MMSJ.2024_02_2023144 MM SCIENCE JOURNAL I 2024 I Special Issue on VRBA2024 7216 VRBA2024-00008 THE USE OF DATABASE IN THE PLANNING OF ASSEMBLY WORKPLACES AND SYSTEMS A. Kamenszka, V. Stefan, T. Machac, P. Kostal, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, Institute of Production Technologies, Trnava, Slovakia adriana.kamenszka@stuba.sk Abstract In the context of advancing technologies and industrial modernization, attention must be directed not only towards production technology but also assembly processes. This article aims to formulate a conceptual solution for rationalizing assembly workplaces, creating an integrated methodology and tools. The theoretical segment reviews the current state of assembly workplaces and systems. An analysis based on predefined criteria reveals the need for a classification system. The practical section proposes a methodology leveraging databases, algorithms, and simulation. A crucial aspect is an electronic database, a key component for rationalizing assembly workplaces and systems in both new and existing production systems. Keywords: Assembly, Rationalisation of Assembly Workplaces and Systems, Database, Assembly Planning 1 INTRODUCTION Studies of new industrial production projects show that the current era requires the application of new approaches at all stages of preparation and implementation. It can be said that the products produced by the engineering industry are highly sophisticated at all levels [Kiran 2019]. Assembly, as the process leading to the completion of products, is a costly part of the production system and is usually the most time-consuming part of the production unit. If the assembly process is not designed correctly, the assembly system or workplace will tend to produce a higher percentage of defective product pieces. This condition results in financial costs over budget and also time variances that must be addressed promptly, even while the assembly process is in full operation. As industrial manufacturing is still one of the leading fields, innovative solutions are often proposed in modern industrial practice to improve the flow of entire production or assembly processes [Schindlerova 2023]. Modern design and planning of production and assembly systems or the solution of complex parametric models requires the integration of familiar and commonly used design and planning methods with computer technology. It is important that the computer technology used is equipped with the necessary tools, such as software for the design and simulation of manufacturing and assembly processes or other tools [Krajcovic 2022]. There is a trend nowadays that companies are increasingly implementing new technologies in production, but they need to be able to combine them. It is important for companies to be aware of current developments and to understand the added value of new and innovative solutions [Wiendahl 2015, Kristak 2018]. Innovative approaches to production design and assembly aim to provide users with better quality designs in less time [Sammen 2020]. The status and importance of the pre-production stage are constantly increasing in line with scientific and technological developments. This stage involves activities with a conceptual and creative character. The correct design and planning of production and assembly processes, their functionality and performance prediction can influence the entire operation of a factory. The expansion of pre-production stages is also due to the shortening of product life cycles and the increase in product variability. As a result, there are constant changes and rising costs in production processes that can be influenced even before production starts. It is insufficient to simply look for rationalisation potential in production, as it is no longer enough to reduce costs and tighten up production processes as such. Waste can also be identified in the previously mentioned pre-production stages, where waste is the result of incorrect design of the system used or incorrect planning of the production and assembly processes. The design of production and assembly processes, specifically assembly systems, is a complex process that involves not only assembly technology but also material flow, information flow, personnel, design and selection of premises, etc. Dynamic design and planning approaches, integration of the environment, and the design of systematic organisation, supported by computer technology, are