Karakuri/LCA is a core element of the lean philosophy, where it refers to the simple but intelligent automation of processes based on physical principles – with no drives, sensors, electricity or compressed air. Discover the potential of low-cost automation!
"Karakuri is an automation mechanism concept that was developed in Japan from the 17th to the 19th
century. At first, most of the applications that were developed were used for leisure purposes, such as
serving tea.
Karakuri/LCA is a core element of the lean philosophy, where it refers to the simple
but intelligent automation of processes based on physical principles – with no drives, sensors,
electricity or compressed air. Discover the potential of low-cost automation!"