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Smart Factory Consulting

Your industry consultation service for sheet metal processing

From the initial idea to practical implementation – as experts in sheet metal processing, we are your hands-on and equal partner for process optimization, business questions or when planning a new production facility. And we know that no two paths are ever the same. That is why our pragmatic solutions are as individual as you are.

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Four steps to a successful smart factory!

Join us in taking the next steps towards building your productive and sustainably profitable smart factory. We assist manufacturing companies in identifying and realizing their potential for the factory of the future. To achieve this, we share the experience we've acquired through our consulting projects with you. Our range of services is backed up by a strong network of partners. This enables us to provide comprehensive advice until you are fully satisfied. 

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When will you join us on the path to success?

Whether you have questions, ideas or a specific project in mind, why not take advantage of the guidance we can offer. 

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Smart Factory Consulting – the co-pilot for your networked production

Industrial manufacturing is growing increasingly challenging due to skill shortages, emerging competitors and supply chains, and rising prices. Networked processes offer a solution, no doubt. But where do you start with process optimization? Don't delay your project future any longer; enlist an experienced co-pilot partner who is already well-versed in the sheet metal process chain. Whether it's digitalization, factory planning or future planning, we support you in your strategic direction and its practical execution.

Our approach

What are our customers concerned with in terms of sustainability?

When will you put your processes in pole position?

Contact us to discuss the potential for continuous improvement in your sheet metal processing.  

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Continuous improvement for your sheet metal processing

Put your processes in pole position – with production and costs firmly under control. This translates to restful nights and the energy to focus on essentials during the day. Sound good? Make things happen with Smart Factory Consulting. We analyse your processes with industry knowledge and expertise in lean methodologies. Frequently, it's the small levers that yield a significant impact. All with a single objective – processes that ensure the smooth operation of your business.  

Transform pain points into opportunities

Optimize processes with us as your co-pilot by your side

Your process optimization – our solutions

Lean management & improved processes

Order is half the battle – this principle applies to your processes as well. We take a close look at your production, uncover potential for improvement and provide lean management methods to help you realise this potential quickly. This involves practical questions, such as where are you losing time unnecessarily? What is the best stock level? Do you have enough storage locations? Daily routines often help to achieve greater transparency and control in your production. This helps you to gain confidence and know that your production facility is operating with data security. 

Process integration for equipment

Unlock the full potential of your new investment. With us as your co-pilot, you can seamlessly integrate your new machine or system into your existing production environment. This reduces your part costs, boosts output and enhances transparency.

Shop floor management

Manage your production with agility through shop floor management routines. By identifying and utilizing the appropriate key performance indicators, you gain transparency – a solid foundation for making informed daily decisions. Involving your employees in everything is also crucial,  as they ultimately breathe life into the processes.

Sustainability & energy management

Sustainability is not an end in itself, but a key to your competitive production. We closely examine your processes and facilities, identifying the most effective measures to reduce your consumption of raw materials, energy and consumables. And to cut costs.

Your digital production – our solutions

Process analysis

A chaotic process does not get better when you digitalize it. So, before digitalization, it's essential to start with analysis. We cast a trained eye over your processes and ask how they can be simplified. Once things are in order, the digitalization process begins. We help you to identify where digitization makes sense for your business, or may even be indispensable.

Production planning

Digital production planning solutions like Oseon help to keep your sheet metal processing flowing. It automatically incorporates last-minute orders, monitors your delivery dates and controls the machine utilization rate. The software is offered in three expansion stages: Go, Grow, and Flow, allowing you to choose the one that best fits your current situation. And it can be expanded at any time. Following the principle of "As much as necessary, as simple as possible," we suggest appropriate building blocks and provide support during installation .

Paperless production control

Are your printers running at full speed, and you find yourself spending a significant amount of time sorting order papers, technical drawings and setup plans? Oseon enables you to digitally streamline the information flow between work preparation and production seamlessly. We work with you to design processes that provide employees with the necessary information for their tasks without relying on paper. This not only reduces paper usage but also lowers the risk of errors.  

Digital shop floor logistics

Do you want to ensure that the right materials are always in the right place at the right time? To achieve this, we analyze your current logistics processes and determine the optimal material flow, including stores and buffers. We also assess technologies like AGVS (Automated Guided Vehicles), QR code scanners and automated material postings. All with the single aim of achieving a synchronized order and material flow that reduces stress and saves you time and money. 

Clearing the way to digital production

Digital processes enhance the competitiveness of sheet metal processors when tailored precisely to their production needs. As Smart Factory Consultants with expertise in the sheet metal working industry, we are here to support you throughout this digital transformation. Step by step, we analyse your current situation, identify potential areas for improvement and define the desired target state. External consulting can help to overcome internal resistance and implement digital processes that save you time and money. 

Transform pain points into opportunities

Going digital with us as your co-pilot by your side

What are our customers concerned with in terms of digitalization?

When will you establish a clear path for digital production?

Contact us to discuss the potential for increasing digitalization in your sheet metal processing.

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Factory planning for your smart factory

Regardless of whether you would like to implement changes to your existing sheet metal processing, plan a new hall or develop a completely new production facility – we are the experienced co-pilot at your side from the initial idea through to implementation. In Smart Factory Consulting, we deal with factory planning for sheet metal processing on a daily basis. With this unique combination of technology selection and factory planning, you can optimize your entire production process. Navigate your way with an experienced co-pilot who brings both time and expertise for implementing change.

Transform pain points into opportunities

Approach factory planning with us as your co-pilot by your side

Your factory planning – our solutions

Technology & automation selection

Are your parts better suited to punching than laser cutting? Is it worth having unoccupied shifts on autopilot? How can you increase output with the same number of employees? What do you use for most cost-effective production? To provide practical solutions, we analyze your parts portfolio and determine the most suitable machines and degree of automation for your needs. We examine your production facility and do not limit ourselves to "blue" technologies.

Definition of the production system

What would your ideal production system look like? For one thing, it needs to have the right systems and automations. On the flip side, the right manufacturing strategies and principles are also crucial. We assist you in accordance with lean principles, addressing all aspects throughout the project to create a unified production system where people, equipment and automation work together seamlessly to reach turbocharger-level efficiency. 

Factory layout for greenfield & brownfield projects

To begin, we analyze the material routing within your operations. We use this analysis to develop an optimal material flow plan and design the ideal layout for your machinery and stores. We plan the complete interior of your new production hall (greenfield) as well as your existing production facilities (brownfield). This is the best way to create a well-defined path toward an optimal manufacturing environment.  

Implementation strategy

With the layout finalized and our investment calculations demonstrating their merit, it's time to move forward with the implementation phase. A well-thought-out step-by-step plan ensures a seamless transition and startup for your newly structured or restructured sheet metal factory, allowing you to operate at full capacity without disruption.

What are our customers concerned with in terms of factory planning and growth?

Your factory planning – a complete success story

As your co-pilot, we guide you from the initial idea through to implementation of your intelligent sheet metal processing facility.

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As your co-pilot, we help with your strategic decisions

Amidst significant challenges, the opportunities that emerge often tend to be overlooked. We work with you to seize these opportunities and craft a comprehensive, step-by-step strategy for your smart factory that is both focused and actionable. Are you looking to free yourself from labour shortages and supply chains? Do you want to expand and make your business resilient? If so, now is the time to seek guidance from independent sheet metal experts. 

Transform pain points into opportunities

Headed for the future with us as your co-pilot

What are our customers concerned with in terms of sustainability?

Chart a path toward a prosperous future with our guidance

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Your strategic direction – our solutions

Investment & break-even analysis

Is it financially viable to adopt a new technology? At what point does a new building become profitable? At what sales volume does your manufacturing become profitable? We assist you in addressing strategic questions by calculating the capital requirements for investments in new machinery or a new factory. We undertake investment and break-even analysis to assess your company and the broader market. To establish a reliable foundation for decision-making, we also take account of your present and future production objectives and cost structures.  

Selecting sites and establishing production networks

Which location will put you ahead of your competitors in the future? We identify the best location for your future sheet metal or tube production based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative criteria. We act as your co-pilot, assisting in designing production networks and pinpointing potential competence centers. To ensure seamless implementation, we devise and enforce standards to be applied at all sites. 

Make-or-buy analysis

The choice between in-house production and outsourcing is a strategic decision. To make this decision, we analyze your parts and assess the cost-effectiveness of in-house production. When examining the make-or-buy question, the long-term sustainability of your business is more important than any short-term cost advantages. Additional factors that play a role include quality and reputation, the potential risk of knowledge loss and the level of flexibility. The ability to gain independence from the supply chain is often a compelling reason for opting for in-house production. 

Strategic company focus

Which specific industries are your primary focus? What is the ideal vertical range of manufacture you hope to achieve? What technologies do you plan on using? In terms of your company's strategic focus, we create a growth strategy that is tailored to your business and the evolving market landscape. This will ensure that your company is always in the fast lane.

Our customers' Smart Factory success stories