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Holland Colours Transforms with a New CRM and Future-Proof Middleware
To streamline and improve business processes, Holland Colours implemented a new CRM system using Microsoft Dynamics 365. Additionally, the company utilized Boomi as middleware to create a powerful integration layer. Emixa assisted the globally active producer of high-quality color concentrates and functional additives for the plastic industry in this challenging project. Read all about it in this article!
Revolutionize Your Design-To-Operate Process with SAP and Siemens
In the fast-evolving world of manufacturing, agility and precision are essential. However, misaligned data between design and manufacturing systems is a major factor contributing to production delays. With critical product and production information scattered across ERP and PLM systems, seamless communication remains the missing link in achieving Industry 4.0 goals.
How to Harness the Power of AI in Your Production Process?
AI, or artificial intelligence, is disrupting many industries with the promise of dramatically increased efficiency. Yet, many organisations in the manufacturing industry struggle to keep up with these developments—or even to get started. And that’s a missed opportunity because this sector has enormous potential. So how can you start leveraging the power of AI today—smartly and simply? In the latest edition of Link Magazine our experts share their insights:
Digital Twins: The Key to Smarter Manufacturing and Logistics
In today's fast-paced manufacturing and logistics industries, every decision matters. Companies face labour shortages, rising costs, and increasingly complex production processes while striving to optimise resources and maintain a competitive edge. The pressure to innovate is higher than ever.
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What is Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)?
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is an advanced application of IoT technology designed specifically for the industry. In the context of Industry 4.0, the fourth industrial revolution, IIoT plays a crucial role. It enables the integration of physical and digital systems, resulting in smart factories. These factories offer personalised production processes and smooth cooperation between humans and machines. This allows companies to operate more flexibly and respond better to changing market needs.
How Autohopper Significantly Improved Their Mendix Application
Autohopper is the straightforward car rental service in the Netherlands. If you need to rent a car or a van, Autohopper has you covered. With over 100 locations, Autohopper is the car rental service with the most extensive network in the Netherlands. To manage their services effectively, they utilize a Mendix application. The existing application received a rating of 2 from Autohopper's franchisees, prompting them to engage Emixa to optimize the app.
The Digital Machine Shop: The Road to Shorter Production Times
The Digital Machine Shop helps companies stay competitive, design the right products, and find the best way to manufacture them. This data-driven environment transforms production and the business by seamlessly connecting all elements of your operations, such as processes, machines, robots, and people. This model includes a fully digitised, faster production process - ranging from preparation to the final manufacturing of products or components. A model that can be used in all industries including aerospace, medical devices, and industrial machinery manufacturing. The Digital Machine Shop includes two processes: the manufacturing process and the inspection process. A component model designed in CAD software is the starting point for executing these processes. In the first step of the manufacturing process, preparations are made to turn the component model into a milled product. This involves looking at positioning, material use, and the steps to be performed. This is the preparatory phase for step two: programming the milling paths. In this step, a milling programme is created by CAM software through different operations. This NC programming provides the basis for controlling the machine. To prevent errors and to set up the milling process in an optimal way, the milling paths are simulated. A 3D simulation sets the machine in motion virtually to predict the milling process and detect and resolve errors early. At the same time as implementing the Digital Machine Shop method, the measurement process starts. In this stage, a virtual measurement takes place, which can be performed using CMM software that controls the automated measuring machine. A measurement plan is created with the help of PMI data to formulate the necessary measurement values. The probe path of this measurement plan is then programmed as the next phase in the process. To check the feasibility of this probe path, it is virtually set in motion by 3D simulation and adjusted where necessary. Benefits of the Digital Machine Shop: Increased machine utilisation Reduced machine cycle time Faster set-up Precision Machining Improved quality inspections Enables more complex products Innovative technologies New business models In the Digital Machine Shop, Siemens software ensures seamless information flow throughout the entire production process, eliminating the need for transitions between different software systems. Any changes made at the start of the process can easily and quickly be implemented in the final step. Using the same model for the production process ensures faster and more effective operations. If you have a machine shop, you know production time is crucial. Digital automation of production achieves first-time-right to shorten throughput time and accelerate time-to-market. If you aim to optimise and accelerate your production process, the Digital Machine Shop is your ideal starting point! Would you like to learn more on this topic? Download the eBook on the roadmap to a Digital Machine Shop or watch our webinar on getting more out of your current machinery!