Ruch Novaplast GmbH + Co. KG Implements MES HYDRA for Enhanced Manufacturing Efficiency
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
- Europe
Country
- Czech Republic
- Germany
Product
- MES HYDRA
- Microsoft Dynamics AX
Tech Stack
- Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
- ERP System
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Energy Saving
- Productivity Improvements
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
Applicable Industries
- Automotive
- Consumer Goods
Applicable Functions
- Process Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Machine Condition Monitoring
- Predictive Maintenance
- Energy Management System
Services
- System Integration
- Software Design & Engineering Services
About The Customer
RUCH NOVAPLAST GmbH + Co. KG is a leading European specialist in the development and production of foamed pieces made from expanded polystyrene (EPS) and expanded polypropylene (EPP). The company positions itself as a systems supplier and development partner for various industries. With an in-house team of engineers, RUCH NOVAPLAST creates innovative solutions for packaging, load carriers, automotive parts, protective padding, robot trays, insulation, and molded parts for the leisure industry. The company has a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, having recognized early on the benefits of collecting shop floor and machine data. This forward-thinking approach has positioned RUCH NOVAPLAST as a leader in its field, continually seeking to enhance its operational capabilities through advanced technology solutions.
The Challenge
In 2009, RUCH NOVAPLAST GmbH + Co. KG sought an integrated Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to address multiple operational needs. The company required a system capable of shop floor and machine data collection, batch tracing, quality data collection, and recording of working hours and access control. Additionally, the system needed to integrate seamlessly with their existing ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX, and ensure investment reliability. The challenge was to find a solution that could meet these diverse requirements while also being accepted by all departments involved.
The Solution
After an extensive selection process, RUCH NOVAPLAST chose MPDV's MES HYDRA to meet their operational needs. The system was selected for its ability to cover all required evaluations in its standard version. MES HYDRA allows every staff member to view the current machine status at all times, with a 46” display in the production halls showing individual machine statuses. This visibility enables prompt countermeasures if critical machines are not working. The HYDRA module for Material & Production Logistics documents traceability, and quality inspections are carried out from goods-in to goods-out. Future plans include the use of electronic control charts. Additionally, HYDRA Energy Management is used to analyze energy consumption related to orders, allowing for specific optimization measures. In 2012, the old system for collecting working hours and time management was replaced by HYDRA modules for Time & Attendance, Personnel Time Management, and Access Control. By 2013, the system was successfully rolled out to the site in the Czech Republic, MORAplast s.r.o.
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