Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a system for documenting information about an object, such as a machining tool, for example. The method comprises: creating a data record for an object, said data record having at least one data category, wherein the at least one data category enables the creation of multiple data levels; creating an additional data level during the course of transferring the object and the data record to a user, each of which can be protected by an electronic key; and using the object and storing information acquired when using the object in the additional data level.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for edge coating on work pieces, comprising the following steps: inducing a relative movement between a work piece (W) and an application unit (10), which application unit (10) is provided for applying a mass; setting an application region for applying the mass, in particular in accordance with the width of the edge of a work piece to be provided with the mass; applying the mass to an edge of the work piece (W) to form a three-dimensional body. Said work pieces can be, in particular elements or parts from the furniture or components industry.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for edge coating on work pieces, comprising the following steps: inducing a relative movement between a work piece (W) and an application unit (10), which application unit (10) is provided for applying a mass; setting an application region for applying the mass, in particular in accordance with the width of the edge of a work piece to be provided with the mass; applying the mass to an edge of the work piece (W) to form a three-dimensional body. Said work pieces can be, in particular elements or parts from the furniture or components industry.