An introduction to machine scheduling.

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Our MES System is a milestone in streamlining manufacturing processes and quality control. Today, we are pleased to introduce a new set of features that takes our MES System to the next level: advanced machine scheduling.

The importance of machine scheduling

Effective machine scheduling is crucial to optimizing production processes. It ensures that every machine on the production line is used to its maximum potential, reducing downtime and increasing productivity. With the introduction of machine scheduling functions, we aim to provide our customers with an excellent tool to improve production planning.

Key benefits of the machine scheduling function

Optimized resource allocation: the new machine scheduling function makes it possible to precisely allocate jobs to machines such as plasma cutters, laser cutters, bending machines and others. Based on the machine's performance parameters, changeover time, maintenance time, service time, we allocate jobs to the machine from the entire production period, e.g. 3 months.

Improved production planning: the scheduling tool seamlessly integrates with production planning, providing a comprehensive overview of the entire production process.

Reduced downtime: by intelligently scheduling machine maintenance and service, we keep downtime to a minimum. Our system also minimizes unplanned downtime resulting from, for example, breakdowns.

Greater flexibility: new scheduling functions provide the flexibility to adapt quickly to changes in the production process. Whether it's an urgent order for a bending machine or a change from a priority customer, our system can quickly reschedule jobs to accommodate these changes without disrupting the overall workflow.

Real-time monitoring and adjustments: Our HDF MES system now includes real-time monitoring of machine status and performance. This data allows planners to make immediate adjustments to the work schedule. If any problems arise, the system will respond and allow us to continue production.

How it works.

The new machine scheduling function is designed to be simple and user-friendly. Here is a brief overview of how it works:

Configuration: planners can easily set and configure machine parameters. This includes defining changeover times, machine capacities, setting maintenance and scheduled service times, production priorities.

Automated scheduling: Once configured, the system automatically generates an optimized schedule based on machine parameters. The scheduling algorithm takes into account various factors, such as machine availability, job priority, required maintenance, number of customer orders.

Monitoring and reporting: the system constantly monitors machine performance and schedule adherence. Detailed reports are emailed to schedulers, helping them make key production decisions.

Conclusion

The addition of machine scheduling to our MES system represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide state-of-the-art solutions for industry and manufacturing. By optimizing machine utilization, improving production scheduling and reducing downtime, our MES system helps our customers achieve significantly higher efficiency in the use of their machines.

Knowing that these new features will greatly improve your production processes and drive your business forward, we encourage you to contact us. If you have any questions or would like to see a demo version of System MES, please contact us!