The University of Zielona Góra (UZ) continues to expand its strategic partnerships. On Thursday, March 19th, a Letter of Intent was signed at the UZ Rectorate with Pilz, a global leader in safe automation. The primary goal of this partnership is to educate students on responsible interaction with specialized industrial equipment and machinery.
Safety First: Preparing for the Workplace
This collaboration aims to significantly enhance the safety awareness of students and future graduates as they enter the professional world.
"Automation levels in enterprises are constantly rising, and our students must recognize this as an inevitable step into the future," explains Prof. Justyna Patalas-Maliszewska, Vice Rector for Science and International Cooperation. "It is vital that they understand workplace safety and comfort. Today’s systems can detect when a worker is in a danger zone and prevent accidents before they happen. Raising this awareness during the education process is crucial."
The Spirit of Safety
For years, Pilz has operated under the philosophy of "The Spirit of Safety"—a mission that bridges advanced technology with a deep sense of responsibility for people, machinery, and the environment.
"Our company specializes in industrial safety, offering solutions that protect workers from accidents while operating machinery," says Mariusz Głowicki, Managing Director of Pilz Polska. "We also provide engineering consultancy on how to build such machines. These are intelligent, innovative solutions that not only protect lives but also streamline industrial processes, setting the course for the future of automation."
Practical Integration at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering
The partnership will be implemented within the UZ Institute of Mechanical Engineering. Key initiatives include:
This synergy between academic theory and Pilz’s practical safety solutions ensures that UZ graduates will be among the best-prepared specialists in the modern labor market.
