Smart Factory Services – Successful conversion to a smart factory

Weinstadt, May 06, 2024 - The system manufacturer KELCH GmbH has developed a modular overall concept to support individual companies in setting up and expanding their smart factory. Our so-called Smart Factory Services are tailored to the needs of machining companies and consist of modules that can be flexibly combined. This offers manufacturing companies the option of only obtaining the solutions that they actually need – whether to improve processes and products, save costs, or increase productivity and quality. Tools and equipment already in place can also be integrated.

Production processes need to be meaningfully interlinked to ensure that digitalisation achieves the desired effect in individual areas. Companies generally have a heterogeneous set of machines and systems that has grown historically. Tool stores are operated without systematic connection to ERP systems, so that manual inventory management is needed. This involves staff costs and carries an increased risk of error. This results in data inconsistency and a lack of planning reliability with regard to machines, delivery volumes and delivery dates.
KELCH's Smart Factory Services modules include digitalisation, integration, optimisation, procurement, storage and financing. New solutions from the wide portfolio of KELCH services can also be employed in the implementation phase: tool holders, cleaning and shrink-fit devices, presetters to measuring technology and tool logistics. Companies benefit from the direct integration of the required modules and thus from a uniform data structure and user interface when this is combined with the tool management software supplied by MySolutions.

Lower costs – higher throughput
Overall, the process optimisations achieved through Smart Factory Services result in lower costs, higher throughput and increased competitiveness. To do so, a KELCH consultant, together with production management and company management, will analyse the CURRENT situation. The entire process from receipt of order, development of a programme, planning and implementation is then considered. The system integration and process implementation phases are then planned. Finally, the focus in the Tool Services area is on the specific implementation of the plan. Companies obtain immediate process reliability from the get-go with the introduction of MySolutions tool management software – including logistics and technical applications. The MyXPert database modules can be extended and integrated as a framework depending on the type of application. In the experience of MySolutions, a ROI after 12-15 months is realistic, depending on the stage of development and agile project design. The time involved in Smart Factory Services is generally about 12 to 18 months from the start of planning, through implementation, to a seamlessly operating and optimised state.

Interested in enhancing your machining processes? Get in touch with us today to explore the innovative solutions offered by KELCH GmbH: www.kelch.de

Kelch GmbH
Werkstrasse 30 Werkstrasse 30
Weinstadt Weinstadt
Germany

https://www.kelch.de/

Kelch GmbH
Frau Bernadetta Pally
0715120522141

marketing@kelch.de

For over 80 years, KELCH GmbH has ensured that its customers can concentrate fully on production without having to worry about their tools. We offer precise, reliable and practical solutions tailored specifically to metalworking production - from individual tools to complete peripheral equipment, all with the latest technology and exceptional quality. Our comprehensive range of services complements our portfolio and offers expert all-round support. Whether products or services, we guarantee outstanding quality, reliability and precision, which are essential for efficient and competitive production.

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