Entries by Academia Maribor

Development of a clamping device for the metallization of the gantry shaft

In my thesis, “Development of a clamping fixture for gantry shaft metallization,” I focused on the design and optimization of a clamping fixture that improves the metallization process at BVT Beschichtungs—und Verschleißtechnik GmbH. The main objective of the research was to develop a fixture that enables accurate, repeatable, and ergonomic workpiece clamping. Such preparation is […]

Mechanical engineering students visit UNIOR d.d.

Students of Mechanical Engineering took part in the course Design and Construction of Tools with the lecturer mag. Jožet Ravničan. They visited two plants of UNIOR d.d., a Slovenian manufacturer of tools and metal products. The tour took place at the Unior Strojegradnja plant in Zreče The students were able to see various machines used […]

Improvement of the clamping device for wheel brake disk of rail vehicles

In the diploma, we focused on improving the clamping device for wheel brake discs used in rail transportation. Company X is one of the leading companies in Europe, which develops and manufactures various components for railway transportation, including wheel brake discs and related clamping devices. We want to increase productivity and improve manufacturing accuracy by […]

Media production students at the exhibition of the 70th anniversary of the Maribor Art Gallery

Students of the Media Production programme visited the Maribor Art Gallery with lecturer Aleksandra Saška Gruden as part of the Media Art and Visual Communication course, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary with the exhibition “Spectrum. 70 Years of the UGM Collection”. The exhibition “Spectrum. 70 Years of the UGM Collection”, celebrating the 70th anniversary […]

Drainage systems for roads and sidewalks: a practical example

When constructing roads and other transportation infrastructure, a significant amount of attention must be dedicated to drainage. Drainage is a crucial process for managing water in areas where we aim to prevent water stagnation, flooding, erosion, and other negative effects of stormwater. Recently, heavy and prolonged downpours have become an increasing problem, causing water to […]

Wooden high-rise buildings for a sustainable future

Wooden high-rise buildings are becoming an increasingly popular response to the global challenges of sustainable construction. With growing awareness of climate change and the need to reduce CO₂ emissions, wood, as a renewable natural material, is emerging as a key alternative to concrete and steel. While the history of wooden structures spans centuries, it is […]

Improving the safety when lifting loads with additional equipment for forklift trucks

In my thesis entitled “Improving safety when lifting loads with additional equipment for forklift trucks”, I looked at the challenges and solutions for safe and efficient lifting and transferring of loads, especially pipes, in the warehouse environment. Transferring pipes using conventional methods is often time-consuming, physically demanding for employees and involves certain risks. The aim […]

How to Apply to Academia as an International Student?

Have You Completed or Are You Completing High School Abroad? If you have obtained your high school education outside Slovenia and are considering continuing your studies at Academia, a higher vocational college in Maribor, we have great news for you! Academia welcomes international students, and this article will guide you through the process of having […]

The Impact and Challenges of Implementing Accounting Policies in Public Institutions (Education)

The following diploma thesis focuses on a key area of financial management of public institutions in the field of education – implementation of accounting regulation policies. The accounting regulations policies are the basis for a legal, effective and transparent handling of public resources intended for educational public institutions. However, oftentimes there are obstacles, which hinder […]