Project goals

• Optimizing the overall process following company acquisition
• Improved results
• Evaluating new future-oriented technologies and implementing when appropriate
• Promoting individual responsibility of employees

Approach

• Analyzing initial situation with all strengths and weaknesses
• Defining a tangible target for a viable digital die manufacturing company
• Developing a feasible implementation plan to achieve the defined target, focusing on modern and future-oriented tools, software systems, and machines
• Defining and implementing small, manageable work packages with goals, tasks, duration, and responsibilities

Results

• 30% improvement in average machine run time
• 25% improvement in productivity
• Establishing central knowledge bases for design, NC-programming, and tool management
• Implementing external programming, a standardized setup process, simplified detailed machine planning as a precursor to MES, digital tool management, and an augmented reality tool for quality assurance
• Establishing interfaces between CAD, CAM, and manufacturing for a networked process chain