Real-time manufacturing and quality monitoring (MES)

Utilising RFID and machine vision technologies

  • Start/continue the digitalisation of manufacturing solutions.

  • Optimise internal logistics.

  • Gain real-time insight into manufacturing processes.

  • Monitor the quality of manufacturing processes in real time.

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Overview of the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished product

MES (Manufacturing Execution System) is a software system that monitors, manages, documents, and checks the manufacturing process from raw materials to the completion of the finished product. It acts as a bridge between the company’s management systems (e.g. ERP) and manufacturing activities.

MES is essential for ensuring:

  • Optimisation of manufacturing processes.

  • Quality monitoring and maintenance.

  • Maximum production efficiency.

Key functions of MES

How can MES be implemented in manufacturing processes?

Manufacturing scheduling

Helps to plan and schedule manufacturing tasks, ensuring efficient use of resources.

Work order management

Tracks and manages work orders throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring tasks are completed in the correct order and on time.

Resource management

Manages the distribution of resources such as machinery, labour, and materials to optimise manufacturing processes.

Quality control

Monitors the quality of the manufacturing process at different stages, allowing real-time adjustments to maintain quality.

Data collection and analysis

Collects data from equipment and processes, providing insights into production performance, efficiency, and improvement opportunities.

Performance analysis

Analyses key performance indicators (KPIs) of manufacturing processes and evaluates opportunities for process improvement.

Compliance and traceability

Monitors compliance with regulatory requirements throughout the manufacturing history of the product.

Inventory management

Manages stocks of raw materials, products in progress, and finished goods, ensuring a smooth manufacturing process.

Downtime management

Monitors and manages the time utilisation of equipment and labour, ensuring the efficiency of work processes.

Modern digital technologies

Machine vision and RFID make real-time monitoring of manufacturing possible

The capability of RFID tags for remote readability and information storage, combined with machine vision technology’s ability to recognise and interpret objects, images, text, and faces, enables us to provide an accurate and reliable MES solution.

Advantages of implementing MES (competitive advantages)

Real-time monitoring of manufacturing and quality is a significant step towards digitalisation and increased profitability.

Improved productivity

Digitalising manufacturing helps increase productivity and reduce manufacturing cycle times.

Enhanced quality

Constant monitoring of the manufacturing process and real-time control ensure consistent product quality.

Better compliance

MES ensures compliance of manufacturing processes with standards and regulatory requirements.

Less waste

Real-time monitoring and efficient resource management help reduce waste and costs.

Real-time information

Provides a real-time overview of manufacturing processes, allowing for prompt changes as needed.

Better overview

Provides a complete overview of the manufacturing process, from raw materials to finished goods, allowing for better management and control.

The MES system is integrated with enterprise management systems

MES can be integrated with other systems such as ERP (Enterprice Resource Planning), PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) ja SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) providing a comprehensive overview of the entire manufacturing process.

What are the benefits of implementing an MES system?

  • Streamlining manufacturing processes.
  • Real-time monitoring of processes.
  • Increase in manufacturing efficiency.

  • Standardisation of various manufacturing processes.

Industrial applications of MES

Which companies benefit from MES?

MES is used in various industries, including automotive, aviation, electronics, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and more. In every industry, MES is tailored to meet specific manufacturing requirements, ensuring that the system supports the unique needs of the manufacturing environment.

Implementing MES gives manufacturers a competitive edge by offering better control, visibility, and optimisation of manufacturing processes.

Automotive

Aviation

Electronics

Pharmaceuticals

Food industry

Manufacturing

Use case

RFID manufacturing solution for Aru Group

Aru Group has implemented a manufacturing monitoring system based on standardised RFID technology. RFID technology enables to digitalise various work processes and stages in both manufacturing and assembly.

Integrating a suitable solution for Aru Group helps them monitor and manage manufacturing activities in real time.

Improved information exchange

Clearer work organisation

Better planning and smoother workflow

Information for operational changes

Overview of the production history

To find out the causes of defects

Data for statistics and reports

Visualisable data

What problem did we solve?
A better overview of the current state and manufacturing processes was necessary. Some information was only available on paper, causing delays when searching for a part’s manufacturing history, for example. There was no quick overview of parts that had not been produced for some reason, causing delays. A significant amount of information noise in manufacturing and assembly led to the simultaneous transmission of information to everyone, sometimes making it difficult to understand who should act on the information and how.

Solution:
The manufacturing solution, digitalised with RFID technology, facilitates production planning and enables operational changes if needed. RFID also allows you to collect important data for compiling statistics and reports, which can be visualised and used to make operational and strategic decisions.

Benefits:
Real-time monitoring of manufacturing gives a better overview of the current state of production – what has been manufactured and what still needs to be manufactured. Parts that have not been manufactured will be visible sooner, leading to a smoother workflow.

Parts have a digital and traceable manufacturing history that shows who manufactured, finished, and packaged them and when. Losses can be recorded and digitalised, and a quick overview shows which parts have been scrapped or re-produced.

During assembly, it is immediately clear which parts are present and which are missing. There is less information noise, and manufacturing and assembly-related information can be sent directly to the person who needs it.

Contact us

We offer a comprehensive MES manufacturing solution – starting with consultation and ending with integration into existing systems.

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