MES or Manufacturing Execution Systems are computerised systems used in manufacturing to monitor and document the conversion of raw materials to finished goods. The purpose of an MES is to gain insights into manufacturing operations and analyse how to improve performance, reduce costs and improve production efficiencies.
The term automation covers a wide range of scenarios, from simple de-moulding cells to complex assembly lines. Within the plastics sector, the majority of automation is designed to reduce labour costs, prevent damage to parts and provide consistent production rates. This is achieved by replacing machine operators with programmable robots that are controlled and synchronised by the production equipment.
There are times when the quantities of prototypes required rise well beyond the conventional 1 – 50 type range. In this blog, Plunkett Associates discuss Digital Light Printing, a process within additive manufacturing, and the many reasons why you should adopt it.
