In January, students and staff of the Adaptive Lighting and Visual Processing (ALSVV) research group at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology visited Adolf Schuch GmbH in Worms. The company is internationally recognized for its industrial and explosion-proof lighting solutions and is a leading provider in this field.

Following a welcome by Managing Director Carlo Wolf, the participants were introduced to the company’s history and current technological focus areas. Impressive demonstrations, including experiments related to dust explosions, highlighted the stringent safety requirements for industrial lighting systems.

A key element of the excursion was a guided tour of the production facilities at the Worms site. Students were able to observe the complete in-house process chain—from automated sheet metal processing and plastic manufacturing to final assembly. Particularly impressive was the insight into the production of explosion-proof luminaires used in chemical plants and power stations, clearly illustrating how theoretical knowledge from university courses is applied in real industrial contexts.

The program was complemented by a visit to the company’s testing and lighting laboratories. Here, participants were introduced to professional photometric measurement techniques, including the use of a robotic goniophotometer for determining light distribution curves. Further topics included practical examples of street lighting design as well as testing procedures related to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), thermal behavior, and aging processes.

Overall, the excursion demonstrated the close connection between academic education, research, and industrial practice. It highlighted the practical orientation of the Electrical Engineering and Information Technology degree programs at the departement etit and provided valuable insights into potential career paths.