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Check out this Article. Thanks to Tim Heston and Fabricators and Manufacturers Association and The Fabricator for partnering on this. "Digitalization in metal fabrication—with context... Improving machine uptime is great, but what about the whole value stream?" The true science is in #OEE married with advanced planning and #scheduling. Real improvement isn’t just about machine monitoring, showing whether a machine is on or off. It’s about marrying that data with ERP data, the actual jobs and operations, combined with proper constraint-based scheduling throughout the plant. The science is about integrating machine data with jobs, part numbers, orders, and job routings, all to understand true job profitability and manufacturing variances. That’s the Holy Grail. Read more:

Automation significantly enhances operational efficiency by streamlining processes, reducing errors, and cutting costs. It enables businesses to operate more efficiently in the digital age, focusing on innovation and sustainability initiatives. This leads to improved productivity and operational excellence. Let us meet to explore more on this - https://bit.ly/3J3Nuvd Arisoft DELMIAWorks Dassault Systèmes #DigitalTransformation #Manufacturing #DELMIAWorks #RealTimeData

Digitalization in metal fabrication—with context - The Fabricator: It's about marrying that data with ERP data, the actual jobs and ... Big data wellspring for optimal flow in metal fabrication ... #bigdata #cdo #cto

Adopting simple software solutions can dramatically improve the performance of small factories by streamlining operations, enhancing productivity, and reducing manual errors. Discover the key features and benefits of some simple software that can transform your factory's efficiency and competitiveness. Visit our blog - https://lnkd.in/gwSw2vDg . . . #manufacturingsoftware #kpidashboard #realtimetracking #erp #cmms #predictivemaintenance #sqdcdashboard

Many companies come to us initially to solve their composite nesting efficiency problems. They then discover that CrossTrack fixes many of the issues that they have been dealing with for years - tracking material in/out of the freezer, dealing with composite defects, integrating with ERP or MES, and keeping track of it all. Our latest blog focuses on the common problems associated with composite manufacturing, along with how to fix them. Take a look here: https://lnkd.in/eQKAzAnf #automation #composites #aerospace #automotive #compositemanufacturing

Manufacturing is a balancing act—managing fluctuating costs, labor, maintenance, and countless moving parts. These challenges grow with specialization and scale, making efficiency more crucial than ever. Enter manufacturing automation: a smarter way to streamline processes, manage costs, and enhance productivity—not by replacing humans but by empowering them. Curious about how automation is shaping the future of manufacturing? Dive into our latest blog post to learn more. #manufacturing #manufacturingautomation #futureofmanufacturing

ASMPT Streamlines Intelligent Factory Material Flow: SUWANNE, GA — Providing the right material at the right time in the right place and in the right quantity while avoiding unnecessary material travel is the strength of the WORKS Logistics application. By controlling and optimizing the flow of materials in intelligent manufacturing, it prevents ‘precautionary’ stocks next to the line as well as excess movements to and from storage. “That SMT manufacturers want to avoid machine downtimes at all cost makes a lot of sense,” says Alexander Nitzsche, Senior Product Manager Automation Solutions at market leader ASMPT. “Unfortunately, this often leads to far more material than necessary being stored next to the line ‘as a precaution’ so that valuable space on the shop floor gets blocked and material is no longer available to other lines. It is also not uncommon for a reel of material that has just been taken off the machine and returned to storage to be transported back to the setup preparation area after only a few minutes because it is needed again. With WORKS Logistics, things can be done much more easily and efficiently through automatic material requests and selective interim storage.” Time slice-based material flow WORKS Logistics continuously calculates the material demand based on freely definable time slices and interacts with Factory Material Manager software to ensure that the right material is available in the right quantity at the right time in the right place. Based on the planned demand and actual material consumption as well as the material stock on site, the material flow application calculates and updates the demand along the line continuously and dynamically. The resulting data forms the basis for the automatic control and optimization of material flows, demand messages to central and intermediate storage locations, and time-driven transport jobs. Material gets re-used across upcoming orders WORKS Logistics also organizes and optimizes the interim storage of material in the setup preparation area, thus avoiding unnecessary material travel between the warehouse and the shop floor. When reels are removed from the machine after a production run has been completed, the application checks automatically whether the material will be needed again for additional orders in the coming days. If this is the case, it instructs the staff to move the reel in question to the Active Feeder Rack in the setup preparation area. If additional material is needed, WORKS Logistics automatically sends a request to the warehouse via the Factory Material Manager. Supply security and resource relief “WORKS Logistics marks another important step on the road to the intelligent and integrative use of data for process optimization,” explains Nitzsche. “As an innovation and market leader in hardware and software for electronics manufacturing, we were able to pour our entire process know-how and…

Embracing Technology for Seamless Factory Automaton In today's rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, leveraging technology is no longer optional—it's essential. Integrating systems like Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), barcoding, purchasing software, production control, and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) can transform factory operations from end to end. Imagine a fully automated workflow: 1. Production Order Initiation: Automatically generate production orders based on real-time demand and inventory levels. 2. Barcode-Enabled Raw Material Movement: Efficiently move raw materials using barcode scanning linked to specific production orders,   ensuring precise material tracking and flow. 3. Streamlined Procurement Process: Connect MRP systems with suppliers to ensure timely material deliveries. 4. Efficient Production Control: Monitor and manage production processes with precision, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity. 5. Real-Time Waste Calculation and Costing: Track waste as it occurs to optimize resource utilization and reduce costs. 6. Seamless Inventory Movement: Use WMS and barcoding to accurately move finished products to the warehouse without manual intervention. 7. Automated Dispatching: Dispatch products based on invoices or dispatch vouchers, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries. By automating these steps, businesses can: - Increase Efficiency: Reduce manual errors and accelerate processes. - Enhance Visibility: Gain real-time insights into operations for better decision-making. - Reduce Costs: Optimize resource use and minimize waste. - Improve Customer Satisfaction: Deliver products faster and more reliably. Adopting these technologies not only streamlines operations but also positions your factory for future growth. It's time to harness the power of automation and take your manufacturing processes to the next level. Is your factory ready for this transformation? Let's embrace the future of manufacturing together! Ejabi for reliable application #WMS #AI #Automation #PharmaceuticalManufacturing #AIinManufacturing #WarehouseAutomation #ERP #Efficiency #Innovation #SupplyChainManagement #Barcoding #PDASystems #EravisionAutomation #AhmadMashhrawi.

Efficiently addressing losses in manufacturing is crucial, as even small deviations from ideal conditions can result in significant damages. While individual losses may appear minor, they accumulate over time and impact competitiveness. Utilizing #Nirmalya Enterprise Platform enables organizations to automate data capture and gain #real-time #visibility, facilitating the initiation of a continuous #improvement process.#nerp #ai #bi #mes #crm #shopfloor #topfloor #analytics #dashboard #visualization #nirmalya Shreeya Mishra

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